Laguarda.Low Architects is seeking talented and creative intermediate designers with 3-5+ years experience to fulfill the role of Project Designers. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a dynamic, collaborative studio environment on a variety of international and domestic projects. Founded in Dallas, TX in 2000 by architects with many years of collective experience and a passion for design and the creative process, Laguarda.Low is an international practice that is constantly evolving to meet the needs of our practice and the market. In our 13 years of practice, we have worked on over 500 projects in more than 25 countries in Europe, Asia, and South America, as well as in the United States. Principal offices are located in New York, NY and Dallas, TX. Additional offices are located in Beijing, China and Tokyo, Japan.
Candidates for the Project Designer position must exhibit a strong design vocabulary, as well as an ability to contribute to an energetic, fast-paced creative process to develop innovative design solutions. All candidates must have well-rounded experience in architecture, with particular focus on design from programming to material selection and detailing. Strong graphic and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work in a team environment, are also critical.
Specific qualifications involve:
- Accredited Professional or Graduate degree in Architecture with at least 3-5 years professional experience.
- Extensive knowledge of 3D modeling, presentation and design software: Sketchup, Rhino, 3D studio Max, AutoCAD, and Photoshop are key.
- Experience working on complex projects with multiple variables in a variety of environments.
- Skilled at multitasking and working toward multiple deadlines.
- Competence in working with a fast-paced, collaborative design environment.
- Ability to work under a Lead Designer to complete and augment an overall design direction.
- Willingness to travel internationally.
All candidates must submit a cover letter, resume, and at least 3 examples of design work that best illustrates the candidates design ability (either professional or academic) to email with "Project Designer-Your Name-NY" in the subject line. Please send all items as attachments to the email in .PDF format. The total size of your email should not exceed 3MB. Please do not send disks or hard copies, and please no phone calls or drop-in inquiries. Only fully qualified candidates should apply.
Salary commensurate with the education level completed, professional experience, and demonstrated knowledge. Full benefit package included. Equal-opportunity employer.
Dror is currently looking for a talented, dynamic, and collaborative Licensed Project Architect to join our team. Candidates must possess a strong design sensibility, excellent technical skills, and exhibit a strong ability to manage people and deadlines. The candidate must have at least 5 to 8 years of proven experience in all phases of the design process: conceptual, detail and design development, construction documents, construction administration and specifications.
Qualifications:
- Experience in mixed-use projects and large-scale developments is preferred.
- Registered architect.
- AIA a plus.
- Highly developed skills in client communications, contract documentation, project scheduling, team leadership, building design, technical detailing, consultant coordination, construction administration.
- Comfortable working independently; demonstrates fluency and professionalism in dealing with a variety of high-end clients as well as vendors.
- Experience in coordinating and assembling detailed and thorough drawing packages from concept through construction administration stages.
- Proficiency CAD, Rhino and Adobe is required, Revit preferred.
- Fluent in written and spoken English. Must be eligible to work in the USA.
About:
Dror is an idea-driven multidisciplinary design practice producing innovative architecture, interior design, product design and creative direction. Based in New York City and led by Dror Benshetrit, the studio’s unique design solutions arise from the collaborative work of a small staff of designers from various disciplinary backgrounds.
Apply:
Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and work samples to email with "Project Architect" in the subject field.
Salary is based on experience level.
Please do not send emails larger than 8 mb.
Please do not mail hard copies or original portfolios.