8+ years of experience in architecture, façade restoration, or historic preservation.
Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, or related field.
Proven ability to manage multiple projects with budgets and schedules.
Strong knowledge of NYC Building Codes and regulatory requirements.
Proficiency in AutoCAD and technical report writing.
Excellent communication and client management skills.
Experience with field investigations on occupied buildings.
Responsibilities
Lead complex architectural restoration and preservation projects from design to closeout.
Serve as the primary advisor to clients and stakeholders throughout project lifecycles.
Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, and overall performance for client satisfaction.
Oversee field investigations and site inspections on occupied buildings.
Develop and review technical documents including specifications and construction documents.
Ensure compliance with NYC building codes and proactively resolve project challenges.
Provide mentorship and technical leadership to project team members.
Benefits
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
401K plan with a match.
Paid time off including holidays, vacation, and personal days.
Career development and growth opportunities.
Full Job Description
Architect / Sr. Project Manager
New York, NY | Hybrid | Full-Time
Position Overview
We're seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager / Architect to join our Architecture team. In this leadership-level individual contributor role, you'll manage some of the firm's most complex restoration, rehabilitation, and preservation projects while serving as a trusted advisor to clients and key stakeholders.
You will lead multiple projects simultaneously, oversee project execution from investigation through closeout, and maintain overall responsibility for project schedules, budgets, profitability, quality, and client satisfaction. This role requires strong technical expertise, independent judgment, and the ability to drive successful outcomes on large-scale projects with minimal supervision.
What You'll Do
Lead multiple complex architectural restoration, rehabilitation, building envelope, and historic preservation projects from investigation and design through construction administration and closeout.
Serve as the primary client advisor, building strong relationships with clients, contractors, consultants, regulatory agencies, and other key stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, resources, profitability, and overall project performance to ensure successful delivery and client satisfaction.
Oversee field investigations, condition assessments, and site inspections on occupied buildings, including work involving scaffolding, lifts, rooftops, and high-rise structures.
Develop and review technical documents including reports, specifications, construction documents, cost estimates, proposals, filing packages, meeting minutes, and AutoCAD drawings.
Ensure compliance with NYC building codes, regulatory requirements, permitting processes, and quality standards while proactively resolving complex technical and project challenges.
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to project team members, supporting collaboration, professional growth, and successful project execution.
Stay current on industry best practices, emerging technologies, and regulatory changes related to façade restoration, building envelope consulting, forensic investigations, and historic preservation.
What You'll Bring
Required:
8+ years of architecture, façade restoration, building envelope, historic preservation, or related experience.
Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related discipline.
Extensive experience managing multiple concurrent projects with responsibility for budgets, schedules, and client relationships.
Strong knowledge of NYC Building Codes, filing processes, and regulatory requirements.
Proficiency in AutoCAD and technical report writing.
Experience preparing specifications, construction documents, investigation reports, and cost estimates.
Excellent communication, presentation, organizational, and client management skills.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Experience performing field investigations and site inspections on occupied buildings and active construction sites.
Preferred:
Registered Architect (RA) license.
NYC DOB 4-Hour Supported Scaffold User Certificate.
NYC DOB 16-Hour Suspended Scaffold User Certificate.
FISP experience.
Experience with landmarked buildings and historic preservation projects.
Building envelope consulting and forensic investigation experience.
Work Environment & Schedule
This position is based in New York, NY, with a hybrid schedule.
Standard working hours are Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM.
Travel requirements: Fieldwork expected 25%-60% of the time.
Compensation & Benefits
Salary range: $130,000 - $150,000, based on knowledge, skills, licensure, and experience.
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, and 401K plan with a match.
Paid time off: Holiday, vacation, sick time, personal and birthday.
