Architect | Architectural Designer

We are expanding our MVRDV team in New York! MVRDV is looking for an intermediate Architect or Architectural Designer with excellent technical, design, graphic, and communication skills to join our New York office. We work on a wide range of diverse, projects in the North American Market, and we’re looking for someone who brings both strong ideas and a hands-on attitude to the table.

You will be working on projects under the responsibility of Rutger Huiberts AIA NCARB, Director North America.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship may be considered for highly qualified candidates where business needs and immigration requirements allow.

About MVRDV

MVRDV is a globally recognized architecture and urbanism practice, headquartered in Rotterdam, with offices in Shanghai, Paris, Berlin and New York. Founded in 1993 by Winy Maas, Jacob van Rijs, and Nathalie de Vries, MVRDV is dedicated to designing innovative, socially responsible, and sustainable architecture that shapes the future.  As a Designer at MVRDV, you’ll join an energetic, international team of 250 professionals from more than 40 nationalities. You’ll gain hands-on experience working on groundbreaking projects, collaborate with industry-leading architects, and push the boundaries of design. If you’re passionate about architecture and eager to thrive in a dynamic, creative environment, we’d love to hear from you. 

Responsiblities:

• Collaborate with staff and Project Managers to develop design layouts and frameworks, including preparing drawings and specifications.

• Support by translating the Project Managers decisions into actionable steps, tracking progress, and ensuring successful project execution.

• Produce technical design materials, drawings, and renderings while recommending solutions that align with client needs. Coordinate architectural design with engineering disciplines (structural, mechanical, civil) and other design disciplines (façade design, landscape, lighting, etc)

• Assist in writing and reviewing project documentation, specifications, takeoff and calculations.

• Provide recommendations for the planning, design, and coordination of complex projects.

• Prepare studies of design and planning to ensure alignment with project goals.

• Research building codes, zoning regulations, and project requirements and work with the design team to ensure compliance.

• Mentor junior staff and interns, sharing expertise and providing guidance as needed.

• Guide a specific scope of the project while delegating tasks and overseeing the work of junior staff and interns.

• Participate in site visits to assess project conditions and ensure design accuracy.

• Manage multiple tasks on different projects simultaneously, ensuring deadlines are met through effective collaboration and minimal oversight.

Who we are looking for:

• Professional Architecture Degree. Master's preferred, but not necessarily a requirement.

• 6+ years of relevant experience.

• Experience in multi-family and mixed-use projects preferred.

• Licensure is a plus. If not licensed, must be actively pursuing or on a defined path toward licensure.

• Skilled in creating design studies and technical drawings that follow industry standards and conventions.

• Proactive and collaborative, demonstrating a can-do attitude and leadership skills to guide junior staff and interns.

• Demonstrates proactivity in taking initiative and problem-solving, applying established standards and best practices to new projects and tasks with efficiency and adaptability.

• Skilled in leading, managing, and organizing tasks for junior staff and interns.

• Has a keen ability to manage multiple tasks across various projects while effectively meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Highly organized, professional, and punctual, with excellent communication skills.

• Willingness to participate in industry events and firm-wide activities to foster professional development and networking.

• Proficient in Revit

• Capability in AutoCAD and Rhino.

• Skilled in Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop)

• Experience with Bluebeam and Enscape.

This is what we offer you:

Beyond the opportunity to work within a global and award-winning company, here are a few benefits that we offer:

• An exciting, inspiring and international working environment.

• Competitive salary, considering your skills and personal value for the organization, via our externalized payroll specialist.

• Possibilities for personal development.

• 20 paid holiday days based on full-time employment of 40 working hours per week.

• You'll have unlimited access to Open Up – an online mental well-being platform.

• A great office location in Manhattan.

We’d love for you to join us

Studies show that women and members of underrepresented communities apply for jobs only if they feel they meet 100% of the qualifications. Do you recognize yourself in this statement? MVRDV encourages you to reconsider and apply. You do not need to tick all the boxes to join our team. We care more about your motivation and potential! We look forward to your application.

Please note: We kindly request that recruitment agencies do not submit unsolicited candidates or profiles for this vacancy. We are managing the recruitment process internally and will not accept any agency terms or fees related to unsolicited referrals.