Project Architect - Adjaye Associates : Job Details

At Adjaye Associates (AA), we are a collective committed to shaping a better future for our clients, communities, and society. We aspire to create sustainable, impactful work through creative, interdisciplinary teams, leveraging the resources and diversity of a global firm. We value individuals who are passionate about excellence, innovation, integrity, inclusivity, and collaboration. Together, we will achieve great things.

The successful candidate will share in our devotion for social impact and should have experience managing consultants, contractors, and clients while mentoring a team to complete extremely high-quality work in a self-motivated but collaborative manner.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

· Execute vision of the firm across all aspects of design / team members

· Responsible for the development of comprehensive drawing sets from concept through construction documents compliant with all regulations (building code, ADA, etc.)

· Develop and oversee the development of the detailed 3D models to develop all aspects throughout the changing design process

· Oversee the production of, and where required, produce realistic renderings.

· Oversee physical models throughout all project phases using a combination of hand and machine.

· Develop and maintain project administrative documents such as agendas, meeting minutes, and directories including schedule of production and coordination with consultant team

· Lead the construction administration phase for a project

· Coordinate with visualization department for renderings

· Proactive in anticipating and addressing any potential issues

· Mentor junior staff and lead project development

Essential Skills:

· 6+ years of experience in all phases of the design process: conceptual, detail and design development, construction documents, and construction administration with site supervision

· Skilled in putting together an extremely well documented and coordinated drawing set

· Solid understanding of materials, construction techniques, and zoning/building codes

· Perform frequent quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) reviews of all project content produced to ensure alignment of office QA/QC

· Fluent in relevant client material production and dialogue

· Proficiency in REVIT, AutoCAD, and Rhino, with V-Ray, Grasshopper, and 3ds Max a plus

· Excellent Adobe Suite skills

· Ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-moving environment

· Comfortable balancing project schedules, staffing, and budget constraints

· Strong organizational skills and ability to work on multiple or fast-paced projects

· Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

· Excellent communication skills, fluent in English (spoken and written)

Qualifications

· Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Architecture

· Licensed in New York State

Benefits

· Paid time off including personal/vacation, sick leave, and company holidays

· 90% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage

· 401(k) plan with company matching

· Generous parental leave

· Staff mentorship groups and officewide knowledge sharing workshops

· Hybrid in-person/remote work policy

· Full benefits package shared upon hire

Applying*

· Email [email protected] with a subject title of: ‘Project Architect'

* Please note that to ensure fairness and consistency in our selection process, it is essential that all candidates follow the application process as outlined above. Unfortunately, applications that do not adhere to these guidelines will not be considered for the position.

Adjaye Associates believes in the power of a shared table to bring people together as we are committed to building an inclusive team. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on any basis prohibited by law, including national origin or citizenship.