Central Park Conservancy Assistant Architect

Asla-Ny • New York, NY

320d • $65,000 - $81,000

About The Position

Central Park Conservancy is seeking an Assistant Architect in the Capital Projects department who will work to execute a variety of design projects from schematic design through construction. The types of projects the Assistant Architect will work on will largely be small scale design projects like rustic structures, bridge restorations, public restrooms, and formal design features in Central Park. The work will consist of a wide variety of tasks including developing graphic presentations, preparing design studies, drawing sets, and coordinating with external consultants and park operations staff. With several projects entering construction or in construction, there will be extensive opportunities to develop construction administration experience. The Assistant Architect will report to the Project Manager for Architecture and will interface with the rest of the Capital Projects team including Landscape Architects, Planners, and Construction Managers. The position is an opportunity to work in an interdisciplinary environment and learn from team members with a variety of backgrounds. The Assistant Architect is an entry-level position within the department. This position allows a person to develop a strong foundation on which to build their career.

Requirements

• 1 to 3 years of work experience
• Degree from an accredited program in Architecture
• A sensitive approach to historic preservation and a commitment to sustainability and accessibility in design
• Solid proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, Adobe Creative Suites and MS Office
• Working knowledge of Rhino, and Lumion is desirable
• Strong written, verbal, and graphic communication, technical, and organizational skills
• Maintains a professional curiosity and is proactive in learning about one's role in the industry both internally at the CPC as well as externally
• Ability to prioritize work, follow directions, accept feedback, and correct one's own work and performance
• Ability to work effectively independently and as part of collaborative interdisciplinary teams.

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of Rhino
• Working knowledge of Lumion

Responsibilities

• Conduct building inventories and prepare analyses.
• Assist in the development of base drawings.
• Prepare and develop designs throughout all project phases, including plans, elevations, sections, and details.
• Prepare illustrative and written material required to convey design intent, including for donors, community groups, and regulatory commissions.
• Conduct materials research and coordinate procurement.
• Assist in consultant coordination through direct experience or observation.
• Prepare contract documents including drawings and specifications.
• Assist in preparing cost estimates throughout all project phases.
• Learn and understand code compliance and regulatory requirements.
• Assist in coordination with the department's construction team during the construction administration phase, including RFI and submittal review, CD clarification, and preparing field reports.
• Maintain up-to-date project files.
• Perform other duties as required throughout project development.
• Assist in internal QA/QC processes on projects.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree