Director of Architecture

Nelson Pope is seeking a qualified Director of Architecture to work in our Melville, New York office. The work includes retail, restaurant, hospitality, residential, industrial, municipal, commercial ground up and interior renovation projects.

Responsibilities/Top Skills/Qualifications:

• oversee and manage department staff
• proposals
• project budgeting and tracking
• design, permit, construction and bid documents
• presentation drawings, renderings, sketches and interior design boards
• review and interpret building codes for implementation
• assign and manage staff design tasks
• coordination with other disciplines on team
• client coordination
• review of construction submittals, RFIs
• proficient in Microsoft Office
• licensed Architect in NYS
• accredited bachelor’s degree in Architecture
• good verbal communication, written communication, and organizational skills

Nelson Pope offers a competitive salary commensurate with level of education and professional experience and offers strong health, paid time off, work life balance, 401K, and other benefits. Extensive learning and educational work environment with strong day to day mentorship as well as formal training opportunities.

Candidates must have a valid driver’s license and be willing and able to commute to our Melville office for this on-site position (non-remote). Non-local candidates are encouraged to apply and relocation assistance may be available where appropriate. The interview process is succinct.

Nelson Pope is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, and other statuses protected by law.

In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, we will hire only U.S. citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States (if the position is or will be one which is subject to U.S. law). Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

Salary Range: $125K to $185K