Location: New York, NY
Company: WSP
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Anything is within our reach and yours as a WSP employee. Come join us and help shape the future! This Opportunity Be involved in projects with our Transportation Facilities Group and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client's objectives and
solves their challenges. WSP USA is seeking a highly energetic, self-motivated, and goal-oriented Architect for the Transportation Facilities Group in the New York City, NY office.
With the intimacy of a small group of staff, along with the support of a large firm, this is an excellent and unique opportunity for the right candidate to challenge themselves and to grow their career. The Transportation Facilities Group (TFG) leads and design projects that supports local and regional growth initiatives through small and large transportation projects. Our goal is to team with our agency clients and to develop solutions to the complex challenge of advancing transportation throughout the region.
TFG has over 60 engineers and architects throughout the Northeast Region, with major design hubs located in New York City, Boston, St Louis and San Francisco.
The position offers varied projects in the transportation field within the NY Metro Region. The Consultant, Architect position will work under the supervision of a senior architect and includes designs in rail and bus stations, pre-k and higher education projects, airports, transportation hubs, rail systems, as well a wide array of projects that lead and support the engineering divisions. Clients include NYCT, MTA Bus, LIRR, MNR, PANY&NJ, Amtrak, NYC SCA, and local utilities. The scale of work varies from small to very large projects and offers the candidate the ability to continually switch between multiple project types on any given day, and offers tremendous exposure to varied disciplines within the New York Office.
Your Impact Duties and Responsibilities: Development of Architectural drawings and specifications including renderings and presentation boards Code compliance for new construction and renovations of transportation related facilities Perform local and/or regional site inspections/investigations of projects Attend meetings Project Coordination Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP's Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs Typical projects types include: Transportation segments include rail, bus, airports and marine ports; Facility building types include administration buildings, tolling structures, parking structures, bus and rail stations including associated maintenance facilities, ancillary buildings, vent buildings, etc. Pre-K through higher education school buildings Low rise office buildings as well as office fit outs Resiliency related studies and design Parks and recreation centers.
Growth Opportunities include: Develop into the architectural lead on projects Manage junior staff to deliver projects on time Assist on the development of proposals Who You Are Required Qualifications Bachelor of Architecture or Bachelor of Arts/ Science in Architecture with a Masters in Architecture 3+ years of relevant post education experience in the learned discipline, transportation experience is a plus. Understanding of building codes including, NY State, and NYC Building Codes Knowledge of construction drawing standards Knowledge of architectural principles, practices, process, and the application to project work-related issues.
Experience with building planning, drawing standards, design, and construction management; including restorative and new design. Proficient creative, visualization, and technical drawing skills. Capable interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to a technical and non-technical audience. Effective self-leadership with attention to detail, results orientation, and managing multiple priorities in a dynamic work environment.
Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, follow instruction, work independently, and comply with company policies. Solid understanding of architectural tools (Auto CAD, REVIT, Sketch Up, Microstation, Adobe Creative Suite) Critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to apply technical knowledge to reach conclusions from data collation, feedback, statistical analysis and arriving at the most effective, economical, and logical solution. Self-starter, able to work independently and able to multi-task. Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek. Preferred Qualifications: Master's Degree is preferred. Essential Professional Licensure/Certification. Detailed experience related in architectural building design and rehabilitation with construction exposure a plus Experience within the transportation industry is also a plus Compensation and Benefits: WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on a providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career.
Expected Salary: $68,800 - $128,900 WSP USA is providing the compensation range and general description of other compensation and benefits that the company in good faith believes it might pay and/or offer for this position based on the successful applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities in addition to internal equity and geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant's interaction or other status protected by local, state, or federal law.
#LI-PR1 Additional Requirements To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Additional Details Travel Required: N/A - No travel required Job Status: Regular Employee Type: Full Primary Location: NEW YORK - PENN PLAZA All locations: US-NY-New York About WSP WSP USA is the U.
S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U. S. we partner with our clients to help communities prosper. WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs.
Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career. At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started? WSP USA (and all of its U. panies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/interaction/interactionual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States. NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES: WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation - no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.
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