The Practice for Architecture and Urbanism is hiring an intermediate level architectural associate to join its team in New York City.

PAU is accepting applications for a full-time intermediate-level Associate with three to five years’ of full-time work experience. The successful candidate will share our passion for design and innovation and will be committed to developing exemplary work in a self-motivated and collaborative manner.

Responsibilities shall include but are not limited to:

ability to work individually or collaboratively with the project team, report to project leader and/or Principal, and meet project deadlines in a timely manner
generate hand-drawn and CAD sketches, working and presentation models throughout the design process
generate detailed digital 3D models throughout the design process
prepare comprehensive drawing sets from concept design through construction documents
maintain files including drawings, documents, specifications, correspondences and all other project materials in an organized manner following firm protocols
ensure all deliverables produced follow standards of the firm and direction from project leader or principal
prepare and develop design and presentation documents in support of various project phases including presentation drawings and photorealistic renderings

Experience and qualifications:

five years Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in architecture
three to five years’ of experience in several phases of the design process: conceptual, design development, construction documents, and construction administration
applicants must be legally permitted to work in the US

Applicants must have:

excellent communication skills with fluency in English (spoken and written) and ability to ensure accuracy and professionalism in all communications
significant contributions to a well-documented and coordinated drawing set
fluency in AutoCAD and Revit, and ability to produce detailed drawing sets
excellent Adobe Suite and Rhino modeling skills
understanding of materials, construction techniques, and zoning/building codes
strong organizational skills and ability to work on multiple or fast-paced projects and meet project deadlines
a strong desire to develop as a professional architect

Office structure

We have adopted a hybrid schedule. We are physically in our office Monday through Thursday. We work remotely on Fridays. In-office hours can change depending on workload and deadlines. Staff are welcome to work in the office full time if they prefer.

Salary/benefits

We offer competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package including:

partial contribution to medical, dental and vision insurance for employees and their families
fully paid life insurance
fully paid short and long-term disability insurance
401(k) plan after one (1) year of tenure
cash Balance and Profit Sharing retirement plans after one (1) year of tenure
50 per cent coverage for Citibike membership
FSA plans
paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
two weeks of remote work per year
licensure support summer Fridays between Memorial Day and Labor Day, and office closed between Christmas and New Year’s Day

All candidates should have legal work status in the United States.

PAU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The salary range for this position is $80,000 – $110,000. Individual salaries within those ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, and skills.

For immediate and confidential consideration, please email your resume and a portfolio that includes both professional and school work to info@pau.studio. Applicants are requested not to contact any other individuals or departments within the firm. Submissions directed elsewhere will not be considered. No freelancers or contractors. No phone calls, please.

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Intermediate level architectural associate