BIG is a global collective of 800+ architects, engineers, urbanists, inventors, researchers, and business minds based in New York, Copenhagen, Los Angeles, London, and Barcelona. We are infectiously ambitious and united by a shared mission: to shape the world we want to live in and bring the future into form, one project at a time.

We are currently looking for Intermediate Architects / Designers with 4-8 years of experience to join our New York office. Here, you’ll collaborate with a diverse team of architects, urban designers, and landscape professionals on projects that span a range of scales and contexts. This is a chance to bring your skills, ideas, and curiosity into an environment where design is a shared journey. If you’re ready to grow, contribute, and create with others who care deeply about their work, we’d love to hear from you. Licensure is a big bonus, but not a must!

Responsibilities

• The ability to convey a clear project narrative and conceptual ideas to both internal and external stakeholders
• The ability to develop design options in collaboration with the design team
• The ability to prepare, develop and edit drawings and models as they relate to the project
• The ability to take initiative in response to direction from Project Leadership

Requirements

• Completion of accredited bachelor's or master’s degree in architecture or related field of study
• 4-8 years professional experience as a Designer (not including internships)
• Experience through SD, DD, CD, CA phases preferred
• Experience with projects that have been built and completed preferred
• Licensure and/or LEED certification preferred
• Excellent communication skills, fluent in English - spoken and written
• Strong conceptual, design, and graphic skills
• A flexible and open attitude towards new and iterative ways of working
• Experience working in a leading American or international architecture office
• Should have strong abilities with Rhino, Photoshop, Illustrator, In-Design, Revit, V-ray and Enscape
• Strong organizational skills, able to work under pressure, meet deadlines and manage one’s own time

Benefits

• Generous Time Off: Increases over your time at BIG as well as 12 recognized holidays and Winter Break
• Professional Development: Support for continuing education, Amberbook, dedicated time off for AREs, AIA Membership dues, plus regular Lunch & Learns
• Health Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, along with ancillary and disability insurance
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) Plan with 3% company match
• Saving Plans: Flexible spending accounts for health and dependent care
• Family Leave: 2-week pre-birth leave to all expecting parents to get set up for your new family member, generous parental leave, and flexible return-to-work options
• Catered Meals: Complimentary breakfast daily and catered lunches on Wednesdays
• Staff Entertainment: Friday beers and biannual parties - We're BIG on celebrations!
• Additional perks: Dog friendly office, company sponsored sports teams, employee referral bonus, & more!

Salary: $76,000 - $87,000
(The salary offered will be based on the length and relevance of the candidate's work history and the skills developed through their professional experiences.)​
Diversity has been part of our DNA since BIG’s foundation. A multitude of cultures and backgrounds creates a new point of reference which leads to amazing insights. At BIG, we celebrate and support diversity because it makes our team, work and the built environment better. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and take affirmative action to employ equally regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.