Senior Project Architect
About The Position
LiRo Architects + Planners, P.C., a division of LiRo-Hill, is seeking a Senior Project Architect to participate in design, documentation, and construction administration for municipal and corporate projects. Project sectors include healthcare, K-12 and higher education, public safety, and justice. The role supports the firm's New York City and Mineola, Long Island offices and offers a hybrid/flexible-hour work schedule. The Senior Project Architect leads technical project direction, translates design intent into project deliverables, and supports successful project delivery in coordination with design and management teams. The position interfaces with clients, consultants, and construction managers; prepares and coordinates design documentation; applies code knowledge to design and regulatory filings; and supports quality reviews and junior staff mentorship. The firm describes a collaborative work culture and offers mentor programs, training through LiRo-Hill Academy, and access to technology. The position requires authorization to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available.
Requirements
- Degree in Architecture from an accredited college.
- Professional license.
- At least 15 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 organizational skills; ability to work independently and as part of a team across varied projects and tasks.
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to express ideas competently and professionally to technical and non-technical audiences.
- Self-starter with the ability to work independently and multitask.
- Experience with building planning, drawing standards, design, and construction management, including active involvement in restorative and new-design projects.
- Ability to work schedules that meet project-specific requirements and may extend beyond a typical workweek.
- 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, translating design intent into deliverables and assisting design and management teams with successful project delivery.
- Interface with clients, client representatives, consultants, and construction managers.
- Apply knowledge of local and state building codes, conduct code research, analyze 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 accordance with project 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.
- Conduct weekly design and constructability quality reviews with the Project Manager at all project phases.
- Assist with oversight and mentorship of junior staff.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- Positive work environment.
- Mentor programs.
- Training opportunities through LiRo-Hill Academy.
- Access to cutting-edge technology.
- Hybrid/flexible-hour work schedule.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
