The Galante Architecture Studio, Inc. is hiring: Senior Designer in Cambridge

About Us

The Galante Architecture Studio (TGAS) is a multi-discipline design firm with a diverse & complex client base. We pride ourselves in our ability to deliver exceptional project results through the connected thinking of our talented team of Architects, Designers, Graphic Artists, Interns, and long-standing consultants. Design innovation & sustainability are at the heart of all of our work to provide progressive buildings, objects, and spatial solutions whenever & wherever possible. We relentlessly focus on design & construction excellence to articulate our clients’ presence through design, but we try to do so in a socially consciousness way. A fundamental part of implementing our core values in the work that we do, is relying on our differences and our individual strengths to hone our collective skills. Together, we work diligently to contribute to the greater architectural ecosystems we are entrusted to help create.

Are you ready to dive right into work on an active project?

A Senior Designer is a highly experienced architect who works under the direction of Project Managers (PMs) to complete the design and development of architectural projects from initial design to completion. They utilize their experience to provide assistance to PMs, helping to ensure projects adhere to budget, timelines, and client specifications, while lending their expertise to Junior Designers through constructive support and guidance.

Do you have the desire, skill set, and experience to perform with rigor and creative energy? If you can execute all or the majority of the following essential functions, we want you to join our amazing team!

Your Essential Contributions:

• Assist in the planning, organizing, and executing of architectural projects, including developing project scopes, translating planning concepts into comprehensible terms for clients, consultants, designers, and project team members; developing integrated, sustainable solutions to technical and design problems
• With direction from the PC/PM, develop, modify, and/or review documents to ensure design intent, researching building materials and systems including cataloging material samples, equipment, and furnishings attuned to the project’s design program
• Create 2D and 3D presentation/design drawings through red-line mark ups, with a strong understanding of Revit & AutoCAD
• Assist in the review of building code analyses, ensuring projects comply with building codes, safety regulations, and other relevant standards
• Assist in the review of construction cost estimates and CSI format specifications
• Revise drawings and renderings, addressing design and construction issues responsively and accurately
• Assist on the review project budgets and schedules, helping to ensure projects stay within allocated resources and project timelines
• Assist the PC/PM by conducting on-site visits, documenting construction progress and identifying potential issues through site visit notes, emails, and photos, etc.
• Assist with the thorough documentation and maintenance of accurate records of project’s evolving status and change orders.
• Under the direction and supervision of the PC/PM, utilize construction management software (i.e.: ProCore, CoConstruct, Projects, etc.), to respond promptly to Client/Owner and Contractor requests, coordinating with design team, including: Civil, Structural, Geotechnical, Mechanical, Electrical Engineers, and others

If you are a passionate and organized problem solver and have a desire to work with an extraordinary team of design professionals, we’d like to hear from you! Your skills and dedication to excellence are vital to the successful delivery of our work. Beyond being a design focused and collaborative place, there is room for short and long-term growth. As an open and inviting studio, each member has the ability to influence the direction we travel as a team. We marry technical skills with business relationship acumen to deliver innovative solutions that meet client challenges as well as the diverse needs of the communities they serve. We’re looking for someone to embody this ethos and welcome applications from people with design experience who meet the following qualifications:

Qualifications

• US work authorization (Required)
• Flexibility to travel in the Greater Boston area
• Occasional out of state travel required
• Professional registration (A plus, but not required)

Education:

• Bachelor of Architecture (BArch) Degree (Required)
• Master of Architecture (A plus, but not required)
• LEED credential or a commitment to sustainability

Experience:

• Minimum of 3-4 years practical experience in a professional architecture studio (Required)
• Previous Designer experience in commercial building projects in 1M – 30M project valuations
• Proficiency in Revit (Required)
• Proficiency in AutoCAD (Required)
• Building Information Modeling (BIM): 2 years + (Required)
• 3D Printer Experience (A plus, not required)
• Sketchup: 2 years + (Preferred)
• Excellent written, verbal, and graphic communication skills
• Analytical thinking and visualization skills: Understanding complex designs and identifying potential issues is crucial
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced atmosphere
• Fluent in MS Office and other standard office software
• Public presentation skills a big plus as there are opportunities for growth here

TGAS is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion!

We put equality, diversity, and inclusion at the heart of our business, seeking to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute.

Equal employment opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status or disability status.

If you would like to learn more about us and our work, check us out at galantearchitecture.com. Applicants should submit a portfolio of design work along with their resume and a cover letter to jobs@galantearchitecture.com.