Architect III

Company Description

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

AECOM is seeking an Architect III for our growing NY Metro Building + Places team to work on interesting and challenging projects for a variety of clients.

The Architect III will be responsible for the following: 

• Performing basic architectural/engineering calculations.
• Preparing specifications, reports, and related data tables.
• Maintaining liaison with design and drafting groups.
• Preparing, reviewing, and approving drawings as required.
• Under the direction of the Supervising Architect, may independently perform advanced technical assignments of various complexities within approved schedules and budgets.
• May coordinate technical and administrative activities with employees in other disciplines and other departments participating on an assigned project.
• May assist in the training and evaluation of assigned architectural and design/drafting personnel.
• May review and approve conceptual designs.
• May assist in the development of new architectural methods and techniques.
• Provide support coordinating design, technical, and administrative activities in the execution of transit, aviation, and other public and private sector projects.
• Work in tight coordination with the Philadelphia architectural design team to schedule, implement, and coordinate all aspects of architectural services from design to construction documents in compliance with office and client standards.
• Lead and coordinate architectural work with engineering disciplines both in-house and with consultants.
• Attend client presentations and progress meetings to communicate design intent and technical details.
• Assist in, prepare, and coordinate architectural details with other architectural team members for consistency with project design intent and office/client standards.
• Perform project setup, drawing layout, modifications, and reviews within Revit.
• Assist in the preparation of work effort estimates of architectural services for proposals.
• Provide regular updates with project managers for schedule and budget compliance for architectural services.
• Assist in the coordination of projects with multi­discipline teams of architects, engineers, and consultants for public and private clients.
• Mentor junior architects and designers, and be responsible for determining technical objectives of project assignments in conjunction with project management and design principles.
• Develop solutions to complex technical problems.
• Review construction documents for compliance with client/project requirements.
• Prepare program analysis, life safety code analysis, concept designs, calculations, sketches, diagrams, schematic design, design development, construction drawings, and project specifications.

AECOM’s Buildings + Places practice includes architecture, interiors, building engineering, workplace strategy, business transformation, asset advisory, economics and development planning, master planning, urban planning, and landscape architecture. 
 
With a range of expertise from strategy and design through project realization, we create better outcomes to grow economies, protect natural systems, conserve natural resources, make societies more equitable, and connect and engage people through innovative, sustainable design solutions. 
 
Our teams have worked on signature projects such as the London 2012 Olympic Park and Legacy Framework, to the new plan for the LA2028 Olympics, to industrial facilities for GE and Rolls-Royce, to headquarters and workplaces for NASA, Unilever, Sony Music, DirecTV, Box, Inc., and many Fortune 500 companies. 

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• BA/BS in Architecture or equivalent degree plus four (4) years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Professional License as Architect (RA) is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Construction administration experience.
• Advanced Technical Skills: Revit, AutoCAD, BIM 360, MS Office, Adobe Suite.
• Advanced Rendering/Modelling experience (Sketch­up, Rhino, etc.).
• Exhibits leadership traits and has experience leading a design team with successful outcomes.
• Strong problem solving and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Additional Information

• This position does not support relocation assistance.
•  Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.

About Aecom

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com. 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.