Buildings Designer

Stantec•New York, NY

About The Position

Stantec’s Buildings team is on a mission to become the world’s leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, consultants, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. Our collaborative culture and our innovative, sustainable approach to projects help us create buildings that matter to our world. Together, we are enhancing the quality of life globally through design. Join us and design your place with Stantec. Your Opportunity You will undertake tasks under the mentorship of a Senior Designer or Architect. While licensure is not mandatory, it is anticipated to be among your short-term objectives.

Requirements

Able to support multiple Project Managers and Project Architects across various projects simultaneously.
Possesses a general understanding of accessibility codes, life-safety codes, building construction systems, methods, materials, and industry standards.
Comfortable working independently and taking direction, while proactively taking appropriate actions without constant supervision.
Manages multiple deadlines and priorities effectively.
A collaborative team player with clients, project teams, and contractors.
Strong communicator.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Revit, InDesign, and Photoshop
Proficient in MicroStation and Open Buildings is preferred.
Proficient in Revit is required
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture.
2-3 years of relevant experience.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience with transit infrastructure projects is preferred.
experience with Lumion, SketchUp, and Newforma is preferred.
LEED Green Associate or LEED AP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Keep the Project Manager or Project Architect updated on progress, expectations, deadlines, and deliverables within your responsibilities.
Participate in team meetings, charrettes, and coordination sessions.
Assist in monitoring and coordinating internal team and external consultant work and deadlines.
Support project teams in developing designs through sketches, physical models, electronic models, diagrams, massing studies, and other visual formats.
Develop design concepts, renderings, and presentation drawings.
Utilize MicroStation, Open Buildings, and other BIM technologies to create three-dimensional models of buildings and their components.
Prepare and revise documentation across various architectural phases, including site plans, floor plans, building elevations, building sections, and details.
Coordinate building systems (structural, mechanical, electrical, etc.) to ensure they align with the design intent.
Assist with contract administration tasks.
Attend project coordination meetings with internal team members and/or external consultants.
Implement sustainable design principles into building designs and the surrounding environment.
Conduct site analysis and research concepts, benchmarks, typologies, and precedents.