Technical Architect

Architect
New York, NY, United States
2 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
8 years minimum
Compensation
$130,000.0 - $165,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

AutoCAD Adobe Creative Cloud Autodesk Revit Code Review SketchUp (3D Modeling Software)

Job description

  • Lead and develop construction documents for luxury ground-up residential projects and historic renovations.
  • Coordinate architectural drawings with structural, MEP, civil, landscape, lighting, AV/security, and specialty consultants.
  • Develop and review technical details for exterior walls, roofs, windows, doors, waterproofing, foundations, terraces, stairs, and complex interior architectural conditions.
  • Manage drawing sets through design development, construction documents, permitting, bidding, and construction administration.
  • Review shop drawings, submittals, RFIs, and field conditions with accuracy and judgment.
  • Work closely with principals, project managers, engineer, consultants, and builders/fabricators
  • Help mentor junior staff in technical documentation, detailing, coordination, and construction standards.
  • Maintain high standards for drawing quality, organization, accuracy, and completeness.

Requirements

We are looking for a technically strong architect who understands how complex, high-end houses are designed, documented, coordinated, and built. Understand the integration of complex structure and HVAC with small tolerances and knowledge of low-voltage control systems for lighting, shades, AV etc. The ideal candidate has deep experience with ground-up new residential construction, exterior envelope detailing, consultant coordination, construction documents, code review, permitting, and construction administration.

This position is best suited for someone who enjoys the discipline of architecture: clear drawings, coordinated details, rigorous documentation, and the practical problem-solving required to bring exceptional residential projects to completion., * Professional degree in Architecture.

  • 8+ years of professional experience, with significant experience in luxury residential architecture.
  • Experience with ground-up residential construction
  • Licensed architect preferred but not required.
  • Excellent AutoCAD skills required
  • Revit, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite, and rendering experience are a plus.
  • Strong knowledge of construction assemblies, detailing, building systems, waterproofing, code compliance, and consultant coordination.
  • Experience with high-end residential clients, custom homes, historic renovations, or highly detailed traditional architecture preferred.
  • Ability to lead technical documentation while remaining collaborative, organized, and responsive.
  • Clear communication skills and the ability to work directly with builders, consultants, vendors, and senior leadership.
We are especially interested in candidates with experience at firms known for highly detailed residential architecture, including Ferguson & Shamamian, Robert A.M. Stern Architects, Peter Pennoyer Architects, G.P. Schafer Architect, Historical Concepts, Stanley Dixon Architect, McAlpine, Sawyer Berson, Fairfax & Sammons, or firms associated with the Institute of Classical Architecture & Art.

About the company

Madison Worth is a small, serious, and highly engaged office. We offer the opportunity to work on exceptional private residences with direct principal involvement, close collaboration with celebrated designers and builders, and a hands-on role in seeing projects through from design to construction.

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