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Handel Architects is a nationally recognized architecture firm with offices in New York City, Boston, San Francisco, and Hong Kong. Our work includes interior design, architecture and urban design and aims to leverage individual opportunities to create something greater: positive urban and social change. We are a fast-paced and results-driven firm and are looking for people that share our passion.

Handel Architects’ New York office is currently seeking detail-oriented Architectural Designers to assist with the Construction Administration services for projects in a range of locations including Atlanta, Washington DC, Philadelphia and Boston.

While initially this employment opportunity focuses on Construction Administration, we intend to transition the new employee to all phases of design once construction has completed.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing and processing shop drawings and tracking open and priority items for review
• Reviewing samples, substitutions, and mock-ups for use in the project
• Preparing sketches and supplemental documentation in response to Contractor RFIs or design/coordination changes
• Bi-weekly site visits and Owner/Architect/Contractor meetings
• Assembling Field Observation Reports and tracking open issues
• Participating in coordination meetings
• Coordinating documentation and reviewing project data for compliance to applicable codes and standards

Qualifications

• Professional degree in Architecture
• 3-5 years of post-graduate professional experience required, preferably in high-rise multi-family and mixed-use development
• Understanding of construction practices in NYC
• Experience with Revit, AutoCAD, Bluebeam Revu, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator) and MS Office
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple, tight deadlines and work on various tasks concurrently
• Excellent graphic presentation, verbal and written communication skills
• Highly organized and detail-oriented team-player
• Strong critical thinking skills, an ability to carry out design concept to realization
• Familiarity with building codes is a plus

Benefits

• Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Competitive PTO
• 401(k) with Employer Contribution
• Professional Development

Please submit resume and portfolio in PDF formats.