StudioCAHS
Employer:About STUDIOCAHS:
StudioCAHS is a small architectural design firm with a presence in NY and London. Founded in 2019 by Caterina Heil Stewart, the firm’s suite of capabilities is guided by craftsmanship, personalization, preservation, and conservation when possible. At its core is an emphasis on the value of time, material, visual movement, and harmony, as well as a commitment to composing spaces and curating furniture pieces that stand the test of time.
About the Role:
The senior architectural designer’s main responsibility will be to report to the principal and work with the junior team. They will be responsible for developing, detailing, and coordinating construction documentation. The intermediate architectural designer will be able to identify the areas of need and lead efforts in solving project problems. The ideal candidate will also have had experience leading in other residential projects.
Responsibilities:
LEADERSHIP QUALITIES
Supportive team leadership and engendering a positive, enthusiastic and constructive process
Ability to monitor and manage the delegation of tasks for a team of junior designers
Able to bring out the best in the team, and allow them to ease towards clear goals
Work closely with the principal and other senior designers to monitor contract performance, from initial statement-of-work through completion
Organized individuals that pay close attention to detail
Have a expert understanding and knowledge of design and construction techniques as it relates to architectural design
STRATEGIC
Collaborating with the principal and studio manager on the scheduling of projects, client meetings, and project milestones
Aid in maintaining project budgets and communications to the team and client
Assess and track junior designer growth and progress for yearly reporting to the principal
Assist team for on-site installations
GENERAL DESIGN PRACTICE
At least 3+ years of professional experience, primarily in high-end custom residential projects
Knowledge of New York building codes and regulations
Thoughtful design skills and strong portfolio, including examples of residential construction drawings
Excellent verbal, written and graphic communication skills
Strong organization skills, attention to detail, and self-management
Improving internal systems while coordinating with the principal
Work closely with the principal and studio manager in staffing projects, identifying new employee needs, and keeping projects within staffing budgets
Key Attributes:
Driven, detail-oriented, professional, and organized
Demonstrated strategic approach to construction documentation and project management
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent teamwork skills
Experience with common industry software applications such as Google Suite, Microsoft Office and Asana
Proficiency in AutoCAD, Rhino, and Adobe Suite required
Self-motivated; Willing to support and assist; Solution-seeker; Self-starter
Ability to work collaboratively with the principal, designers, and clients
Strong writing skills (narratives, strategy, meeting minutes, proposals, etc.)
Minimum Bachelor's Degree in Architecture from an accredited university - Master’s degree a plus.
Benefits:
Full-time, in-office position (5 days a week)
Medical benefit package, eligible after 30 days of employment
401k offer
10 days of paid vacation per year; 5 days accrued after 6 months of employment
All bank holidays; total of 12 days
StudioCAHS is an equal opportunity employer. StudioCAHS will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on any basis including, but not limited to: race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, military and/or veteran status, marital status, predisposing genetic characteristics and genetic information, or any other classification protected by federal, state and local laws.
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