Junior Architect (1-3 Years)

WAU – Watchorn Architecture & Urbanism – is a full-service architecture and urban design practice based in New York City, working across residential, commercial, and institutional sectors. Our work is driven by a deep curiosity for new organizational typologies that offer unique ways of living, working, and engaging with one another. Our practice is structured around a clear distinction between project design and project delivery roles. While our design team leads the creative aspects of a project including conceptual development and design authorship, our delivery team leads the technical elements, ensuring these ideas are translated into well executed, code-compliant, and constructible buildings, on time and on schedule. This position is firmly embedded within the project delivery side of the practice. The Role WAU is seeking a Junior Architect to join our delivery team and contribute to the technical development of high-design projects. This role supports the execution of architectural documentation and construction coordination under the guidance of senior technical staff. It’s a growth-oriented position for a designer who enjoys the rigor of translating conceptual ideas into precise, buildable work. What You’ll Do Support the production of technical drawings and construction documents Assist with consultant coordination and incorporation of engineering input Participate in zoning and code research Support submittal reviews, RFIs, and construction phase coordination Apply internal quality control standards and maintain consistent documentation workflows Contribute to digital model development, drawing sets, and specification editing Engage in a collaborative studio environment that values technical and creative dialogue Who You Are Hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture from an accredited institution Have 1-3 years of post-graduate professional experience, ideally focused on technical documentation or detailing On the path to licensure Technically minded, with a strong interest in how buildings come together Familiar with zoning, codes, and construction methods Proficient in Revit, AutoCAD, Rhino, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office Organized, proactive, and eager to develop your technical skills within a design-focused environment Comfortable working within a practice that separates design authorship from technical delivery, with both roles collaborating closely Why Join Us Opportunity to work on impactful, design-forward projects at various scales Mentorship from experienced technical architects and project leads Studio culture that values innovation, precision, and interdisciplinary thinking Competitive salary and benefits including health insurance and paid time off Clear path for professional development within a growing, ambitious firm New York, USA

WAU – Watchorn Architecture & Urbanism

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