Architecture in Formation is looking for a junior architect/designer to join its team in New York, USA.

Architecture in Formation is an award-winning architecture firm based in New York. We are a highly collaborative, detail-oriented, process-driven practice committed to design excellence and the personal, long-term growth of each member of our team. At AiF, we offer the opportunity to quickly gain experience while working as part of a dynamic team of design professionals on a range of exciting projects across typologies.

AiF’s junior designers work closely with the Design Director with the support and direction of a Project Manager and Senior Partner on projects ranging from the renovation of high-end private residential apartments, from lofts or townhouses and new private homes to multi-family residential mid-rise projects. Junior designers will gain experience in each phase of project development and project delivery and are expected and encouraged to mature into the role of project manager.

Responsibilities include:

· Iterative study and design and detailed development of projects from pre-design through to drawings, approvals, tenders, contract documentation and construction administration

support the Project Manager in all communications during the development and delivery of the project internally and with clients, contractors, consultants and suppliers

work closely with senior management in the development of design presentations

· Develop designs and coordinate the work of design consultants with support from the project manager and senior partner

research products and materials and coordinate with manufacturers to develop details

·procure architectural products, furniture, fixtures and equipment; manage suppliers, owners and contractors throughout the procurement process

work with the project manager and senior partner to resolve issues encountered in the construction process

this position can be full in-person or hybrid in-person and remote work

Terms:

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture from an accredited program

zero – three years of direct work experience with clients, contractors, consultants and suppliers

must currently work and/or reside in New York

· proficiency in written and verbal communication; Fluency in written and spoken English essential

Candidates must be able to communicate with all members of the project team in individual and group situations

genuine interest in construction and materiality

· a proactive approach to work, with the ability to take initiatives

proficiency and proficiency in hand drawing and digital representation. At AIF, we complete projects on a number of the latest digital platforms and programs: Autodesk Revit (BIM), AutoCAD, Rhino3D, Adobe Creative Cloud, Microsoft Office

Please send your CV, work samples and a short cover letter explaining your suitability for the position to jobs@aifny.com. Attachments should not exceed 5MB.