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McKinney York Architects is a concept-driven design firm that believes in the power of people and places to enrich lives. Recipient of both the AIA Austin and Texas Society of Architects Firm Awards, our goal is to connect people to each other and the world around them by creating architecture that engages, inspires, and belongs. We work on a wide variety of project types from residential to academic, religious, commercial, and civic.

For this position, we are seeking talented designers with a preferred experience level of 10+ years and the desire to be in a creative and collaborative office.  Ideal candidates must thrive in a self-directed environment, have sound judgement, and an overactive attention to detail.  Frequently, persons in this position will work on multiple projects, so the ability to stay organized and manage time carefully is important.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Understand and implement all aspects of the design process while ardently contributing to the overall success of the project and its adherence to the firm’s goals and standards of excellence in design and project delivery.

• Coordinate the development of project documentation including all construction drawings and details, quality assurance and completion.
• Maintain awareness of relevant advancements in building technology and engineering systems.
• Participate in construction administration with the review of shop drawings, material samples, and submittals for conformance with design.
• Administer project analysis by applicable agencies (accessibility, zoning, life-safety, etc.).
• Contribute to project marketing pursuits, proposal preparation, and interviews.

• Lead project teams by fostering collaboration and demonstrating clear and effective communication and direction that inspires high team performance.
• Provide effective and timely communication with project team including clients, consultants, contractors and other disciplines.
• Review work for accuracy, omissions, legibility, and compliance with office standards.
• Participate in the development and mentorship of staff.

McKinney York Architects offers a creative work environment with an opportunity to grow professionally. A competitive salary based on qualifications and experience will be offered along with health, vision, and dental benefits and generous and flexible PTO that includes Family Leave. Our office offers a 401(k) retirement savings and up to 4% company match and bonus opportunities. McKinney York Architects is an equal opportunity employer an office in Austin, Texas. 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Professional degree in Architecture
• 8+ years’ work experience
• Revit, AutoCAD and Sketchup/Formit proficiency
• Ability to communicate design ideas via hand sketching, 3D computer renderings and verbal presentation skills
• Knowledge of architectural design, documentation, detailing, building materials, building codes and construction technologies
• Commitment to all aspects of sustainability

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• LEED AP credentialed

About McKinney York Architects

McKinney York Architects is a concept-driven design firm with offices in Austin, Texas. President Michelle Rossomando, AIA, RID and Principals Al York, FAIA, RID; Brian Carlson, AIA, LEED AP BD+C; and Will Wood, AIA, RID, lead the firm founded in 1983 by Heather McKinney, FAIA, RID, LEED AP who continues to be involved in the studio's work. The firm is a recipient of both the AIA Austin and Texas Society of Architects Firm Awards and is regarded as one of the leading firms in Texas. We work actively with public and private sector clients, institutions, select developers, and homeowners, creating academic, religious, commercial, residential, and civic buildings, as well as planning, interior design, and exhibit projects. At McKinney York Architects, we believe everyone is enriched when they are connected to the people and places that surround them. Our goal is to connect people to each other and the world around them by creating architecture that engages, inspires, and belongs. ?We make places that engage people in a dialogue by first cultivating a conversation with our clients about their aspirations for their projects. This effort infuses our architecture with meaning and ...purpose. ?Because the places we inhabit inevitably shape who we are, we strive to create optimistic architecture that lifts spirits and transforms lives by inspiring new ideas, learning, compassion, or simple wonder. ?Buildings influence our relationships to each other and the world around us. Through mindful placemaking, we cultivate belonging and draw people together to make connections.

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