Junior architect at Colkitt&Co. New York

Junior Architect.
New York, US.

Colkitt & Co, a collaborative, young and dynamic, fast paced, retail oriented firm is seeking a  full time Architecture candidate with minimum 2yrs of work experience to help project manager in a varied set of tasks.

• Tasks focused on working with project manager mainly on retail projects in all phases of design (PD, SD, DD, CD & CA), communication with different parties involved in project, permitting process, etc. Projects may include other than retail.
• Office maintenance & administration (ordering supplies, setting up meetings, updating checklists,..)
• May be more or less experienced but must have STRONG CAD SKILLS, pro efficient in photoshop, illustrator & sketchup, have good communication skills
• must be highly motivated, avid to learn, have a good, positive attitude. Person must also be able to handle stress, keep up with the fast pace and enjoy challenges. 

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelors and/or Master degree in Architecture (will consider other degrees if resume shows suitability for this position).
• MINIMUM 1 yr of CAD experience (strong skills - do not apply if you do not meet this)
• MUST be highly motivated, independent and self-starter
• Good communication skills including strong English writing skills
• Proficiency in Photoshop, Illustrator & sketchup; ability to design/render images with these and CAD  in little time
• Some Experience in construction document production and permit process preferable
• Some knowledge on building code research and ability to research and self-teach yourself on things you are less familiar with
• Understanding of the fast-paced environment; ability to respond quickly to architect's demands, understanding urgency and taking action
• Preferred: some knowledge and understanding of the retail environment from an operations, economic & visual (design) standpoint
• able to handle stress, enjoy challenges
• Can legally work in the US
• ONLY APPLY IF YOU ARE HIGHLY MOTIVATED: This is a demanding job that will require continuous focus, attention to detail, and strong work ethics.

Please email with following subject line:  "[NAME] | Employment Inquiry | Junior Architect". Please submit salary requirements, resume and work samples along with a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role and ability to make an impact in our office by email in ONE attachment titled with your last name, first name. Please do not send attachments exceeding 8 MB. Responses without cover letter or resume will be discarded without review. No phone calls, please email Taryn at taryn.cook@colkitt.com

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