S M Tam Architect

Career OPPORTUNITIES

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Job Captain / Project Architect

We are seeking a Job Captain/Project Architect at our office in Brooklyn, New York.

The Job Captain/Project Architect is a senior-level position and will report directly to the firm Principal. The ideal candidate will have at least 3-5 years of architectural experience working on mid- to large-scale residential and commercial projects in New York City, with a working knowledge of NYC building codes, zoning regulations, and NYC Department of Buildings processes.

Key Responsibilities: 

  • Manage all phases of architectural projects, including feasibility studies, schematic design and development, client communication and engineering consultant coordination 

  • Produce architectural drawings and 3D renderings

  • Conduct zoning analysis and interpret NYC building and energy codes to ensure compliance

  • Prepare and file plans/documentation with the NYC Department of Buildings and related city agencies

  • Maintain ongoing communication with client, general contractor and  engineering consultants

  • Participate in virtual Department of Buildings plan review meetings

  • Mentor and manage junior project team members

Qualifications:

  • Minimum 3 years of architectural work experience in design and construction documentation 

  • Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture

  • Proficiency in AutoCAD and 3D software

  • Working knowledge of NYC Building Code and Zoning Resolution

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills 

  •  Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with ability to work on multiple concurrent projects

  • Strong work ethic, self-motivated, and a positive attitude

  • Bilingual in Chinese/English (a strong plus)

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

  • Salary range is between $65,000-$80,000 per annum and is commensurate with experience

  • Paid time off, including vacation package and holidays 

  • Health insurance (optional) with employer contribution

We offer mentorship by the Founder of the company who has over 25 years’ experience building an organization with a portfolio of several thousand projects. We provide professional skill and career development opportunities through involvement across a wide range of projects, including single- and multi-family houses, condominium buildings, hotels and restaurants, corporate offices, medical facilities, and houses of worship.

To Apply:

Please email your cover letter, resume and portfolio to careers@smtam-arch.com and include the “Job Captain/Project Architect” in the subject line of your email.


Junior Architect

We are seeking a Junior Architect at our office in Brooklyn, New York.

As a Junior Architect, you will work in project teams to create construction documents and submit project plans and documents with the NYC Department of Buildings and other government agencies. The ideal candidate will have at least 1 year of architectural experience working on residential or commercial projects, with proficiency with AutoCAD and 3D software. Recent graduates are welcome to apply.

Key Responsibilities: 

  • Translate initial design concept into 3D renderings for client presentations 

  • Create construction documents

  • Prepare documents for filing with the NYC Department of Buildings and other government agencies

  • Conduct site visits for field measurements or verification

  • Participate in client meetings

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture

  • 1-2 years of related architectural experience 

  • Proficiency in AutoCAD and 3D software

  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with ability to work on multiple concurrent projects

  • Strong work ethic, self-motivated, and a positive attitude

  • Bilingual in Chinese/English (a plus)

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

  • Salary range is between $50,000-$65,000 per annum and is commensurate with experience

  • Paid time off, including vacation package and holidays 

  • Health insurance (optional) with employer contribution

We offer mentorship by the Founder of the company who has over 25 years’ experience building an organization with a portfolio of several thousand projects. We provide professional skill and career development opportunities through involvement across a wide range of projects, including single- and multi-family houses, condominium buildings, hotels and restaurants, corporate offices, medical facilities, and houses of worship.

To Apply:

Please email your cover letter, resume and portfolio to careers@smtam-arch.com and include the “Junior Architect” in the subject line of your email.