Intermediate Designer

Job Overview

Cass Calder Smith Architecture + Interiors is growing and we are looking for the right candidates to be a part of our talented team. Currently, we are in need of an Intermediate Designer with 5+ years experience at our New York office.

The firm is known for creating award-winning commercial, residential, and hospitality projects that span the past thirty years. We are working domestically and internationally from the Bay Area to New York and the Wine Country to the Middle East. The projects range from residences to restaurants, casinos to mixed use developments, and hotels to showrooms. Our goal is to make the buildings and spaces we create relevant, attractive, functional, and timeless.

Cass Calder Smith is made up of a diverse team, each with unique architectural and design experience. Everybody enjoys the constant challenges and continuous learning that are part of the firm’s culture. They are also highly passionate about architecture, art, and the design world  ideal candidate will share this set of values and aspirations.

We are seeking a talented and detail-oriented Intermediate Designer with 3-5 years of professional experience to join our dynamic design team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in various design disciplines, including architectural, mechanical, and graphic design, with proficiency in industry-standard software. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to innovative projects across multiple sectors, including construction, interior design, system design, and more.

The successful applicant will demonstrate excellent technical skills, creativity, and the ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary environment.

• Develop detailed 2D and 3D designs using software such as Sketch Up, Revit, Rhino 3D (Rhinoceros 3D), Grasshopper 3D, Archi
  
  CAD, Micro Station, and Solid Works.
• Create accurate schematics, technical drawings, and drafting documentation for various projects.
• Produce high-quality graphic designs and visualizations for presentations and client proposals.
• Assist in system design and construction documentation, ensuring compliance with project specifications and standards.
• Utilize CAD tools to develop detailed plans for interior spaces, mechanical systems, or architectural layouts.
• Collaborate with project teams to refine designs and incorporate client feedback effectively.
• Prepare detailed construction documents and coordinate with engineers or contractors as needed.
• Support the development of 2D animations or visual storytelling elements for project presentations.

• 3 to 5 years of professional experience in design-related roles across architecture, engineering, interior design, or related fields.
• Professional or Master’s Degree from an accredited Architecture program
• Experience in Residential projects preferred
• REVIT experience required
• Highly proficient in AutoCAD and Adobe Creative Suite programs
• Proficiency in 3D modeling and rendering programs.
• Possess hand sketching and hand rendering skills
• Familiarity with residential and commercial construction details and methods.
• Hands-on approach
• Ability to manage and produce a comprehensive Construction Documents package
• Eagerness to work in a fast-paced environment with a high level of responsibility
• Fluency in written and spoken English
• Legal work status in the United States
• Good communication skills and able to work in a team environment

Cass Calder Smith Architecture + Interiors values its team! We offer a competitive salary and benefits package that includes:

• Health insurance stipend
• Dental and vision insurance
• Long term disability insurance
• 2 weeks of paid vacation (PTO) time during the first year of employment
• 6 additional paid days off per year (usually Fridays) to promote a healthy work/life balance
• 9 paid holidays
• Paid sick leave
• Cafeteria plan which includes commuter and flexible spending options
• 401k Plan
• Reimbursement for professional licensing/certification exam fees
• Reimbursement for certain pre-approved professional education programs

Compensation is commensurate with experience and ability
- Salary Range: $65,000 - $70,000

Job Type: Full-time