Project Architect

The LiRo Group•New York, NY

6d•$90,000 - $120,000•Hybrid

About The Position

LiRo Architects + Planners, P.C., a division of LiRo-Hill, is seeking a Project Architect to participate in design, documentation, and construction administration for municipal and corporate projects. Projects include healthcare, K-12 and higher education, public safety, and justice work for the firm's New York City and Mineola, Long Island offices. The role leads technical project direction, translates design intent into project deliverables, and supports the Design and Management Teams in successful project delivery. It interfaces with clients, consultants, construction managers, and internal and external engineering disciplines. The position prepares project workplans and design documentation across project phases, supports regulatory filings and code compliance, maintains drawing and BIM standards, and conducts quality assurance and constructability reviews. It also contributes to product and material research and helps mentor junior staff. The firm offers a hybrid/flex-hour schedule, collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, mentoring and training opportunities through LiRo-Hill Academy, and access to technology. Compensation is listed as $90,000–$120,000, with exact compensation determined by qualifications and location. U.S. work authorization is required; visa sponsorship is not available.

Requirements

Degree in Architecture from an accredited college.
Professional license.
5–10 years of U.S. experience in building design and construction document preparation.
Demonstrated knowledge of AutoCAD, Revit, and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
Knowledge of International and Local Building Codes.
Strong conceptual, planning, and organization skills; ability to work independently and in a team on a variety of projects and tasks.
Effective interpersonal and communication skills, including communicating professionally with technical and non-technical audiences.
Self-starter who can work independently and multitask.
Experience with building planning, drawing standards, design, and construction management, including involvement in restorative and new design projects.
Ability to work schedules that may extend beyond the typical workweek for project-specific requirements.
Must be authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency with 3D modeling software such as Enscape, Rhino, 3D Max, or Adobe Creative Suite/Bluebeam.
LEED credentials or an understanding of sustainable design.

Responsibilities

Lead the technical direction of projects, translate design intent into deliverables, and assist the Design and Management Teams with successful project delivery.
Interface with clients, client representatives, consultants, and construction managers.
Research local and state building codes, apply code analysis to design requirements, and manage regulatory filings.
Prepare weekly workplans and design documentation, including surveys, reports, architectural drawings, details, and specifications, throughout project phases and in line with delivery schedules.
Ensure drawing, documentation, and BIM standards are followed.
Coordinate with internal and external engineering consultants, including survey, MEP, civil, environmental, cost estimating, and structural disciplines.
Research products and materials.
Perform weekly design and constructability quality assurance reviews with the Project Manager at all project phases.
Assist with oversight and mentorship of junior staff.