Job Description

STV is seeking a Senior Designer to serve as Project Designer on Buildings projects. The Project Designer leads the development and coordination of the architectural documents from design through construction administration, working under the direction of the Design Manager and in partnership with the Project Manager and the Senior Architect of record. The role carries day-to-day responsibility for the architectural team’s technical work, consultant coordination, agency approvals, and quality of the documents.

Role Positioning

Job Profile Senior Designer

Project Role Project Designer, assigned by project

Reports to Studio Development Leader (SDL)

Scope Buildings projects across STV offices; not limited to a single region

Partners with Design Manager, Project Manager, Project Architect (where assigned), Senior Architect of record, discipline leads, BIM leadership, and subconsultants

Distinct from Design Manager (project management leadership and client interface), Project Manager (commercial responsibility), and Senior Architect of record (professional seal and signature)

Key Responsibilities

Design and Documentation

• Develop design concepts, interior and exterior design, and material and finish selections in coordination with the Design Manager.
• Lead the production of design development and construction documents, including drawings, details, and coordination with specifications.
• Translate client goals, program requirements, owner standards, and budget into clear, buildable documents.
• Prepare and present design materials, including plans, renderings, and finish boards, for client and internal reviews in support of the Design Manager.

Coordination and Approvals

• Coordinate the technical work of engineering disciplines and subconsultants under the direction of the Design Manager and integrate their work into the architectural documents.
• Prepare code and zoning analyses and support filings and approvals with authorities having jurisdiction, including building departments and preservation agencies.
• Lead internal team coordination meetings and keep project records, including agendas, minutes, and decision logs.
• Support the Design Manager in meeting the design schedule and flag scope or schedule issues early.

Quality Assurance

• Review the architectural documents for completeness, coordination, and consistency before submission to QA/QC.
• Apply STV design standards, Revit workflows, and documentation standards.

Construction Administration

• Conduct site visits and prepare field reports confirming that the design intent is being followed.
• Review submittals, shop drawings, and RFIs and draft responses for review by the Project Architect or Senior Architect of record.
• Participate in progress and close-out inspections and support the close-out process.

Pursuits and Mentorship

• Support designated pursuits with design content, project descriptions, and presentation materials.
• Mentor designers on assigned projects in documentation, coordination, and Revit practice.

Project Types

Buildings projects across all STV market sectors, including justice, education, health and well-being, transportation, science and technology, federal programs, and civic and cities work. Project scale ranges from new construction to renovation, accessibility upgrades, and historic and landmark work.

Qualifications

Required

• Professional degree in architecture from a program recognized by the applicable state licensing authority and NCARB toward architectural licensure.
• 8+ years of professional experience on building projects, including construction documents and construction administration.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating consultants and engineering disciplines.
• Fluency in Revit, AutoCAD, and Bluebeam.
• Fluency in the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience leading consultant, contractor, and agency meetings.
• Expected to obtain architectural licensure within 12 months.

Preferred

• Knowledge of the New York City Building Code, zoning, and NYC DOB filing processes.
• Experience with landmark and historic preservation review.
• Experience with public-sector owner standards, such as NYC SCA, GSA, or NPS.
• Proficiency in SketchUp and Adobe Creative Suite.

Compensation Range:

$119,317.24 - $136,362.56

STV offers the following benefits • Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account • Dental insurance • Vision insurance • Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable) • Disability insurance • Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment • 401(k) Plan • Retirement Counseling • Employee Assistance Program • Paid Time Off • Paid Holidays • Back-Up Dependent Care • Parental Leave • Continuing Education Program • Professional Licensure and Society Memberships

STV is committed to paying all of its employees in a fair, equitable, and transparent manner. The listed pay range is STV’s good-faith salary estimate for this position. Please note that the final salary offered for this position may be outside of this published range based on many factors, including but not limited to geography, education, experience, and/or certifications.

Not sure this role is the perfect match? We encourage you to apply if STV’s work and values resonate with you. We know great candidates don’t always meet every qualification, and research shows women and people of color are less likely to apply unless they do. At STV, we believe strong talent comes from a wide range of backgrounds, and your skills and experience may align with this or another opportunity as we continue to grow.