Careers

We are currently seeking candidates to join our collaborative team environment and work on exciting projects from conception through construction.

Curtis + Ginsberg Architects is a values-driven award-winning architecture and planning firm that implements innovative, sustainable, resilient, and lasting solutions to the communities with which we work. We aim to create responsible architecture that enhances these communities and provides opportunities for environmental and social progress. We advocate for sound public policy and demonstrate its potential for achieving equity with each of our projects, which seek to improve the built environment for everyone. As a mission-driven firm, we work collaboratively, ask questions, study options, and apply our expertise and knowledge to develop strategies that balance new approaches and best-practice solutions, pushing the envelope of civic-minded architecture that is environmentally conscious.

C+GA is a diverse, highly collaborative, innovative, and welcoming firm committed to positively impacting communities with our designs. We offer a positive and engaging environment with opportunities for mentorship, internship, and career and personal growth. Regular continuing education offerings, lunch and learns, and robust employee resource committees support a dynamic and collaborative atmosphere.

Our PTO package supports a balance of personal life, professional enhancement, volunteer time, and Summer Fridays. C+GA has comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans along with competitive retirement plan benefits, including 401k-Matching and Profit Sharing. Additional benefits include contributions to AIA fees and access to firm memberships such as the US Green Building Council, Northeast Sustainable Energy Association, New York State Association For Affordable Housing, Supportive Housing Network of NY, and more.

C+GA is dedicated to enabling all genders to achieve their full potential, opening the door for advancement for all races. We celebrate diversity and believe it is critical to achieving varied perspective that inspires new ways to address challenges and innovative ideas. We are proud to be a gender-diversified firm—it’s a strength that fuels collaboration, creative ideas, and creates an exceptional workplace.

As an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, C+GA does not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other legally protected characteristics consistent with federal, state, and local laws. Every employee has an equal opportunity to belong and thrive at C+GA.

ADMINISTRATIVE COORDINATOR

C+GA is currently seeking a full-time Administrative Coordinator with 2-4 years’ experience to support the Leadership team of the firm. The Administrative Coordinator is involved in a range of administrative responsibilities pertaining to the Leadership team and the office. Their primary function is to ensure the smooth organization and functioning of the Leadership team’s day to day calendar management, administrative responsibilities and working closely with other administrative staff.

They are effective collaborators, working across departments, in support of the Leadership team and senior management for special projects.

Responsibilities:

• Heavy calendar and scheduling management, serve as point person for scheduling and planning.
• Lead the scheduling, follow-up, and execution of all meeting invites in both office calendar and in Zoom meeting rooms.
• Assist administrative team in overall office calendar management.
• Some email and phone correspondence on behalf of Leadership team, mainly in the areas of scheduling meetings, meeting follow-up tasks, and logistical inquiries.
• Daily duties are both administrative and operational.
• Document preparation, filing management.
• Assist in meeting preparation.
• Complete miscellaneous administrative tasks and special projects as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred or equivalent work experience.
• A minimum of 2-4 years of experience in an administrative capacity with at least 1 year on executive-level interaction.
• Solid experience in handling a wide range of administrative duties and executive support-related tasks, and ability to work independently.
• Should be well organized and flexible, and motivated by the challenges of supporting an office of diverse people and activities.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Solid interpersonal communication skills, organizational skills, and attention to detail, paired with persistent follow-through.
• Ability to multitask, superior ability to receive many incoming tasks and requests, prioritize and effectively complete them.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills. The ability to troubleshoot, think creatively, and take initiative.
• A “team player” disposition.
• Experience in AEC industry is preferred but not required.

Technical Requirements:

• Advanced Microsoft Outlook (for e-mail, calendar, contacts)
• Intermediate to Advanced level of MS Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Ability to operate office machineries and handle troubleshooting

Salary range for this position is $55,000-65,000, subject to adjustment based on candidate’s experience, skills, and references feedback.

Email resume, references & salary requirements to Curtis + Ginsberg Architects LLP, jobs@cplusga.com. No calls please.

INTERMEDIATE ARCHITECT

C+GA is currently seeking a candidate for Intermediate Architect with a minimum of 4-7 years of experience, experience working in rehabilitation of existing buildings, and expertise in Building Information Modeling. US experience required.

Responsibilities:

• Team member for large-scale renovation projects involving multiple buildings and campus infrastructure. Other projects may involve sustainable mixed use, residential, education and institutional projects, from feasibility through construction administration.
• Interface with Project Manager and Project Architect as well as other Architectural team members. Coordinate individual work scopes with the rest of the project team.
• Participate in the coordination of design and production of all phases, schematic design, design development and construction documents.
• Assist in preparation of technical drawings as well as design and conceptual presentation imagery.
• Assist with bid period and construction administration services, including site visits and coordination with the owner – private and/or public agency.

Skills:

• Excellent skills in REVIT and Building Information Modeling with a full understanding of LOD classifications and how to execute industry standards for model elements at all phases.
• Navisworks experience a plus.
• Strong organizational, communication, and design skills, with the ability to work independently. 
• Excellent project delivery experience, including construction documentation and construction administration.
• Experience in Construction Administration phase a plus.
• Commitment to and experience with sustainable design.
• Experience in New York City, NYC Building Codes and with multi-family housing a plus.
• Professional architectural degree from an accredited institution.
• 3D proficiency and Adobe Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, etc.) required.
• LEED and / or Passive House Certification a plus.
• Excellent English language communication and client interface skills.
• Legally eligible to work in the United States.

Full benefits package provided, including medical/dental/vision insurance, 401k with matching contributions, annual bonus, PTO and excellent professional development programs. C+GA is an extremely collaborative environment with strong opportunities for career development and learning.

Salary range for this position is $75,000-$85,000, subject to adjustment based on candidate’s experience, skills, and references feedback.

Interested candidates should submit resume, 3-5 work samples, including images of experience with BIM Models done at least partially to LOD 300, and at least two references as one PDF to jobs@cplusga.com.  Limit submissions to 5MB file size. No calls please.

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