What are the responsibilities and job description for the ARCHITECT / EMERGING ARCHITECT position at Christopher Williams Architects LLC?
ARCHITECT / EMERGING ARCHITECT
Design Work That Matters. Technical Mastery. Real Project Responsibility.
This position is intended for recent graduates and emerging professionals who are serious about developing strong technical competence, sound design judgment, and a clear understanding of how buildings are conceived, documented, coordinated, and constructed.
The role offers hands-on involvement in higher education, civic and municipal, government, and affordable housing projects, including renovation, historic preservation, and new construction. Many projects involve architecturally significant modernist buildings and historically registered landmarks.
This is a growth-oriented position designed to provide meaningful exposure across the full spectrum of architectural practice—from early planning and feasibility through construction administration and project closeout.
POSITION OVERVIEW
Architect / Intern Architects work closely with senior staff while progressively taking on greater responsibility. Recent graduates receive structured mentorship and technical guidance, while emerging professionals are expected to demonstrate increasing independence and initiative. This is not a narrowly defined production role, but an opportunity to engage in real project decision-making and coordination.
Advanced proficiency in Revit and Navisworks is required. Digital workflows are central to how projects are designed, coordinated, and delivered.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Participate in all phases of design, from pre-design and planning through construction administration
- Develop architectural drawings, models, and details using Revit
- Support BIM coordination and clash detection using Navisworks
- Assist with existing-conditions documentation, field verification, and surveys
- Contribute to building envelope design, detailing, and systems integration
- Prepare presentation materials and design studies
- Coordinate with consultants, contractors, and internal team members
- Assist with construction documents, specifications, and drawing coordination
- Participate in construction administration tasks, including submittal review and field observation
- Support proposal preparation and professional practice activities
QUALIFICATIONS
- Professional degree: B.Arch or M.Arch required
- Advanced Revit proficiency; Navisworks experience a plus
- 2–6 years of professional experience preferred
- Proficiency in Lumion and/or Enscape a plus
- Strong written, verbal, and graphic communication skills
- Willingness to learn, accept feedback, and take initiative
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Adobe InDesign and Photoshop a plus
- Ability to work independently with oversight
- Experience assisting in production of construction documents
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE DEVELOPMENT
- Advanced Revit modeling and BIM coordination
- Navisworks clash detection and interdisciplinary coordination
- Rendering and visualization using multiple software platforms
- 3D laser scanning and point-cloud documentation
- Existing-conditions surveying and documentation
- Historic structure reports and preservation documentation
- Construction documents and complex detailing
- Building envelope design and high-performance detailing
- Building systems integration
- Sustainability, conservation, and energy-conscious design
- Interior architecture and space planning
- Programming for diverse building types
- Building and accessibility codes
- Technical specification writing
- Construction administration and field observation
- Proposal preparation and professional practice fundamentals
POSITION DETAILS
Employment Type: Full-time
Work Location: New Haven, CT
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8-hour workday
Commuting Requirement: Reliable commute to New Haven
Must be able to legally work in the US without visa sponsorship
BENEFITS
- 401(k) with employer matching
- Health insurance
- Dental and vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Flexible schedule
- Professional development support
WHY THIS ROLE
This position offers a strong foundation for architects early in their careers who want to understand architecture holistically and develop lasting technical and professional skills. The environment values curiosity, responsibility, collaboration, and growth.
If you are motivated, detail-oriented, and eager to build a meaningful architectural career, this role provides the opportunity to do so.
Pay: $72,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $72,000 - $85,000