Architect II

Prospect Park Alliance, Inc•New York, NY

3d•$90,000 - $95,000

About The Position

Prospect Park Alliance’s Design and Construction department (D+C) leads capital planning, design, procurement, and construction for projects throughout Prospect Park. Its portfolio includes infrastructure upgrades, historic restorations, and revitalization of community spaces. The Architecture team serves as design lead, architect-of-record, and project manager for historic restorations, building renovations, and new structures in the Park. The Architect II leads building projects through the full project lifecycle, from capital planning and architectural design through procurement and construction administration. Working closely with the Director of Architecture and Historic Preservation, the role establishes project goals and requirements, manages engagement with Alliance teams and external agencies, develops designs and construction documents, and oversees construction administration. The Architect II also provides architectural expertise and consultation to other Alliance departments. This role contributes to park-wide capital and climate planning, building-condition assessments, space planning, and design standards. Work takes place in both an interior office setting and in the field, where employees may encounter adverse weather conditions.

Requirements

Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Architecture.
New York State Architecture License required; candidates licensed in another jurisdiction may be considered if actively pursuing New York State licensure.
6–8 years of relevant architectural experience, with demonstrated responsibility for planning, designing, and coordinating large or complex projects.
Ability to independently apply advanced architectural concepts and technical judgment, lead multidisciplinary project work, and resolve complex or unusual design and technical issues.
Experience across all phases of project delivery, including design, permitting, construction documents, and construction administration.
Valid driver’s license.
Strong architectural design skills and ability to develop durable, context-sensitive solutions balancing design quality, program needs, building performance, constructability, cost, schedule, and maintenance.
Experience with existing-building assessment, rehabilitation, and adaptive reuse, including integrating building systems, decarbonization approaches, and accessibility improvements in existing structures.
Ability to prepare and coordinate accurate, constructible drawings and specifications and apply building codes, accessibility requirements, and regulatory standards.
Ability to manage project scope, budget, schedule, consultant work, and deliverables; manage multiple projects and priorities; and maintain accurate project records.
Clear communication of design ideas and technical information through drawings, writing, presentations, and conversation.
Proficiency with AutoCAD, Microsoft Office (Word and Excel), Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp, and Google Workspace applications.
Commitment to public parks and environmental conservation, respect for others, and diversity, equity, and inclusion; integrity and professionalism; collaborative working relationships and teamwork.

Nice To Haves

Experience with New York City permitting and approvals, public-sector capital delivery, historic structures, and/or sustainability initiatives is strongly preferred.
LEED accreditation is a plus.
Experience with NYC Landmark buildings is strongly preferred.
Experience with Rhino and 3-D modeling and rendering programs is a plus.
Knowledge of project management software is a plus.

Responsibilities

Lead capital planning and project scoping, establishing goals, program requirements, scope, budget, schedule, and risks; conduct site investigations and document existing conditions.
Manage assigned projects and significant project components, tracking budgets, schedules, deliverables, and risks and addressing issues to keep projects on track.
Lead architectural projects through Schematic Design, Design Development, and Construction Documents.
Prepare architectural drawings, 3D models, presentations, construction documents, and technical specifications.
Lead regulatory and community review and approval processes, including coordination with NYC Parks, LPC, PDC, DOB, DEP, and community stakeholders.
Coordinate multidisciplinary external engineering and design consultants; review and integrate their deliverables into architectural documents.
Establish consultant scopes, solicit and review proposals, and review invoices.
Support budget and contract approvals and construction procurement; prepare bid documents and respond to bidder RFIs.
Lead architectural construction administration, including responding to RFIs, reviewing submittals and shop drawings, preparing field-condition documentation, and participating in site meetings.
Manage significant architectural and technical aspects of larger or more complex projects; investigate and resolve complex design and technical issues; coordinate multidisciplinary work; advise project teams; and mentor less-experienced staff.
Contribute to the Alliance’s long-term capital plan and climate action plan through park-wide planning studies, analyses, building-condition assessments, and design standards.
Serve as an architectural subject matter expert for park-wide divisions, conduct building-condition assessments, inform space planning, and elevate design standards.
Provide architectural support to other departments in assessing building conditions, addressing facility issues, and evaluating space and program needs.
Perform other job-related duties and functions as assigned.