Full Job Description
We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced talented Zoning/Pre-Design Architect who can assist in the production of pre-design feasibility studies for complex mixed use projects in NYC.
Position Responsibilities:
• Research and prepare zoning analysis and constraints for complex mixed-use projects in NYC.
• Prepare feasibility studies including concept level floor plans, massing diagrams, area and residential unit yield summaries.
• Prepare materials for rezoning projects through processes such as ULURP or GPP.
• Prepare presentation drawings including master plan concepts, illustrative site plans, and massing views for larger Urban Design projects.
• Prepare zoning study proposals and manage zoning study projects and teams.
• Collaborate and coordinate with consultants and/or land use counsel to review architectural and zoning compliance.
Position Requirements:
• Minimum 10 years of related experience.
• A graduate of an accredited Masters or Bachelor of Architecture or Urban Design/Planning degree program or related combination.
• Must have experience working with the NYC Zoning Resolution and an understanding of the NYC rezoning process.
• Able to work across multiple scales, with experience working on large teams on complex neighborhood scale planning projects to working on small teams producing feasibility studies for complex mixed-use buildings.
• Must have familiarity with various building types and planning standards.
• Work experience at NYC Department of City Planning preferred or other similar city agencies.
• Must be proactive, detail-oriented and a self-starter, able to prioritize and multi-task.
• Must be hardworking and a team player.
• LEED accredited preferred.
• Candidate should be proficient with 2D, 3D, graphic and other related design software.