Project Architect

What You Will Do:GFT is seeking a Project Architect to join our Architecture Team in New York City, NY! This role follows requiring regular attendance at our NYCoffice.What you'll be challenged to do:This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience and exposure to a wide variety of public sector projects, including but not limited to K-12, rail & transit, infrastructure projects and public works.In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following: * Lead/assist a project team in the development of architectural design and the preparation of construction documents including drawings and specifications. * Communicate with clients, consultants, vendors, and contractors to ensure coordination of project requirements and collaborate as necessary. * Responsible for product research and coordinating technical aspects of the design of a project. * Keep Project Manager and Principals informed of progress, issues and/or need for assistance. * Follow corporate and/or client standards for project production and review. * Ability to work both collaboratively in a team environment and independently. * Ability to work on multiple assignments and manage time effectively to meet project deliverables. * Develop presentations, designs and technical solutions through all phases of a project. * Produce conceptual renderings for project and presentation purposes. * Experience with construction support including review of shop drawings, RFI's, site inspection and reports.Education | Experience:What you will bring to our firm: * Bachelor's degree in architecture is required * New York registered Architect is a requirement for this role * 10 or more years of experience in architecture design and preparation of construction documents. * Experience with public sector projects. * Experience working on projects for the School Construction Authority is a plus. * Detailed knowledge of current International Building Codes, NFPA, ADA, LEED, and knowledge of related standards such as ANSI, ASTM, ASHRAE etc. * Highly proficient in REVIT Building Information Modeling Architecture with experience in both design and construction documentation is required. * Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, AutoCAD, and Adobe Suite. * Must be able to work effectively in team situations and establish strong relationships with other teams where overlap of client project work exists.The salary range for this role is $135,000 - $155,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.Featured Benefits:* Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.* Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.* Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.* Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.* Tuition reimbursement for continued education.* Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations* Incentive compensation for eligible positions.Company Overview:At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships - that's why we're the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry's brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more.Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century's experience, together we're building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives.GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, re