Senior Architectural Designer

Thornton Tomasetti • New York, NY

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About The Position

Thornton Tomasetti applies engineering and scientific principles to solve the world’s challenges. An independent organization of creative thinkers and innovative doers collaborating from offices worldwide, our mission is to bring our clients' ideas to life and, in the process, lay the groundwork for a better, more resilient future. We provide support and opportunities to our employees to achieve their full potential and cultivate a rewarding career. As a Senior Architect ural Designer in our Forensics Practice, you’ll handle complex evaluations of building envelopes and architectural systems, diagnosing failure mechanisms, analyzing performance issues, and helping craft remediation strategies rooted in clear investigative insight. You’ll play a key role in investigations of varying scopes, applying sound architectural judgment while supporting litigation and insurance clients. You’ll mentor junior staff, collaborate closely with engineers and project partners, and continue developing your technical and client-facing capabilities within the forensic environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture
• 2+ years of experience in architecture or forensic investigations.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to adapt approaches for unique challenges involving building envelope performance, water intrusion, materials degradation, or architectural system failures.
• Proven communication skills, reliability, and leadership behaviors including authenticity, trust-building, and effective communication within your sphere of influence.
• Initiative to mentor junior staff, manage your workload proactively, and continue deepening your expertise in both technical and project delivery fundamentals.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s or PhD preferred.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of forensic evaluations, applying advanced architectural and diagnostic principles to non-routine building envelopes or system issues.
• Develop and review technical reports, ensuring clarity and accuracy.
• Provide technical guidance and day-to-day support for interns and entry-level architects, helping them learn best practices and navigate project tasks.
• Expand your project exposure by observing client interactions, gaining insight into scopes, services, and fee structures, and building a strong professional network within TT and across the industry.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life
• AD&D
• Disability and other voluntary benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical and Childcare
• Paid Time Off
• Family Leave for New Parents
• Volunteer Time
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Commuter Transit (where available)
• 401k retirement savings with Company matching on employee contributions and/or qualified student loan repayments
• Fitness Reimbursement
• And other various wellness, diversity/inclusion and employee resource programs and initiatives

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level