Candidates should submit a letter of interest, resume or curriculum vitae, a portfolio of selected work that demonstrates relevant experience and references. Candidates who are not U.S. citizens must describe their status to work in the United States, including detailing visa type and duration. Please note that due to the large number of inquiries we receive, we are unable to respond to each candidate.
Senior Interior Architect
2013-04-24
Safdie Architects is seeking a highly creative senior interior architect with 8-10 years experience.
Headquartered in Somerville, MA with offices in Toronto, Jerusalem, Singapore and Shanghai to support ongoing projects, Safdie Architects is engaged in diverse projects in terms of both building type and geographic location. Projects under construction and recently completed include: libraries, museums, performing arts centers, cultural centers, campus master plans, residential and mixed-use developments in such diverse places as Singapore, China, India, Bangladesh, Jerusalem, Toronto, Washington DC, Philadelphia, Missouri and Arkansas.
The senior interior architect position requires experience in the production of concept, schematic and design development documents for large scale, programmatically complex public and private projects. Candidates should have a strong knowledge of the design and detailing of complex interiors, as well as familiarity with the FF&E and procurement processes. The senior interior architect will serve as support to the Director of Interior Design and the Project Managers.
In addition to an aptitude for design and problem-solving, candidates must be highly motivated and have the ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment, and have strong computing skills. AutoCAD and 3D modeling experience are required; Revit experience is preferred but not required. All applicants must have the authorization to work within the United States.
Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter, resume and work sample in PDF format to interiors@msafdie.com. Please note that due to the large number of inquiries we receive, we are unable to respond to each candidate. No telephone calls please.
Interior Designer
2013-04-24
Safdie Architects is seeking a highly creative interior designer with 3-5 years experience.
Headquartered in Somerville, MA with offices in Toronto, Jerusalem, Singapore and Shanghai to support ongoing projects, Safdie Architects is engaged in diverse projects in terms of both building type and geographic location. Projects under construction and recently completed include: libraries, museums, performing arts centers, cultural centers, campus master plans, residential and mixed-use developments in such diverse places as Singapore, China, India, Bangladesh, Jerusalem, Toronto, Washington DC, Philadelphia, Missouri and Arkansas.
The interior designer position requires experience in the production of concept, schematic and design development documents for large scale, programmatically complex public and private projects. Candidates should have experience and familiarity with FF&E and the procurement process, as well as a strong affinity for and experience with furniture, textiles, decorative lighting, millwork and other interior finishes. The interior designer will serve as support to the Director of Interior Design and the Project Managers.
In addition to an aptitude for design and problem-solving, candidates must be highly motivated and have the ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment, and have effective computing skills. AutoCAD and Revit experience is preferred but not required. All applicants must have the authorization to work within the United States.
Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter, resume and work sample in PDF format to interiors@msafdie.com. Please note that due to the large number of inquiries we receive, we are unable to respond to each candidate. No telephone calls please.
Architectural Archivist
2013-04-11
Safdie Architects currently has an opening for an architectural archivist to assume oversight and responsibility for the Safdie Archive at McGill University, with a primary focus on preparing project materials for shipment to and inclusion in the archive.
The Safdie Archive is one of the most extensive individual collections of architectural documentation. Containing drawings, models and other design materials, as well as an online inventory or hypermedia archive, the collection has been housed at McGill University in Montreal since 1990. The selected candidate will take organizational leadership of existing project-related materials at the Safdie Architects’ office and act as primary liaison with staff at McGill to preserve and expand the archive.
Responsibilities
• Working with Moshe Safdie and the architectural staff, determine significance of source material.
• Organize, catalogue and transfer materials to McGill and other archival locations, including assignment of copyright and assessed values.
• Manage the processing and preservation of original sketches and models.
• Maintain other electronic material organization, including video, film, publications and articles.
• Oversee materials for exhibit and lending, as appropriate.
• Work with the communications and marketing staff on special projects.
Qualifications
Preference given to candidates with:
• Advanced degree(s) in library science, architecture, art history, or equivalent degree or equivalent professional experience
• Strong knowledge of archival standards and collections management
• Understanding of the design and built environment
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Excellent communication, attention to detail, organizational and project management skills
Compensation
• Equal opportunity employer
• Full-time position, with competitive salary and benefits
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the US
Architectural Designer
Safdie Architects is seeking highly creative architectural designers, with at least 3 – 5 years experience, for its global practice based in Somerville, MA.
Headquartered in Somerville, MA with offices in Toronto, Jerusalem, Singapore and Shanghai to support ongoing projects, Safdie Architects is engaged in diverse projects in terms of both building type and geographic location. Projects under construction and recently completed include: libraries, museums, performing arts centers, cultural centers, campus master plans, residential and mixed-use developments in such diverse places as Singapore, China, India, Bangladesh, Jerusalem, Toronto, Washington DC, Philadelphia, Missouri and Arkansas. In addition to the current workload, the office typically engages in 2-3 invited design competitions each year.
The architectural designer position requires experience in the production of concept, schematic and design development documents for large scale, programmatically complex public and private projects. The architectural designer will be involved on a project from design through completion, serving as support to the Project Architect and Design Principal. Additional responsibilities include participating in ongoing research initiatives, publications and the production of presentation materials.
In addition to an aptitude for design and problem-solving, candidates must be highly motivated and have the ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment, and have demonstrated strong digital model and rendering skills. Prior experience working in China and/or proficiency in Mandarin preferred but not required. All applicants must have the authorization to work within the United States.
Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter, resume and work sample in PDF format to employment@msafdie.com. Please note that due to the large number of inquiries we receive, we are unable to respond to each candidate. No telephone calls please.
Graphic Designer/Communications
2013-02-13
Safdie Architects is seeking an experienced graphic designer for its international architectural practice based in Somerville, MA.
As a key member of the communications team, the Graphic Designer works directly with Moshe Safdie and the firm’s Principals to develop print and concept materials for all aspects of existing and potential project presentation. Projects include short-run books and proposals, firm collateral materials and design presentations. Experience working with outside vendors and print production standards is essential.
In addition to an aptitude for design and superior problem-solving, candidates must have strong communication skills, be highly motivated, have the ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment, and possess a willingness to assume both project-wide and office-related responsibilities. Prior experience working in an architecture practice is preferable. A digital portfolio with description of exact responsibilities and involvement per project is mandatory.
Specific Skills / Requirements
• 2 - 5 yrs experience in a design firm environment
• Expert knowledge of InDesign, PhotoShop, Illustrator and other Creative Suite tools
• Expert knowledge of print production, pre- press and interface with outside vendors
• Working knowledge of interface with other digital editing and compositing tools including 3D visualization and video editing preferred but not mandatory
• Working knowledge of digital photography helpful
Salary commensurate with experience; comprehensive benefits package. Please submit resumes to graphics@msafdie.com. Safdie Architects is an equal opportunity employer.
Architectural Visualization Specialist
2013-01-16
Safdie Architects is seeking an experienced 3D Visualization Specialist for its international practice based in Somerville, MA.
As a key member of the design team, the Architectural Visualization Specialist works directly with Moshe Safdie and the firm’s Principals to develop design concepts and architectural ideas through richly detailed three-dimensional renderings and composited imagery. The Architectural Visualization Specialist is responsible for organizing and coordinating design presentations with all members of the design team.
In addition to an aptitude for design and superior problem-solving ability, candidates must have strong communication skills, be highly motivated, have the ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment, and possess a willingness to assume both project-wide and office-related responsibilities. Prior experience working in an architecture practice is preferable. A digital portfolio with descriptions of exact responsibilities and involvement per project is mandatory.
Specific Skills / Requirements
• 4 -5 yrs experience in a design firm environment
• Intermediate knowledge of ACAD
• Expert knowledge of modeling in Rhino
• Expert knowledge of modeling, rendering and animation with 3ds Max
• Expert knowledge of lighting and rendering with Vray through 3ds Max
• Expert knowledge in the creation of digital materials (both landscape and building)
• Expert knowledge of editing and compositing with Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator
• Intermediate / Expert knowledge of Adobe Premiere or other video editing software
• Intermediate / Expert knowledge of motion graphics and compositing with Adobe After Effects
• Intermediate knowledge of Forest Pack / GrowFX
• Proficiency in freehand sketching, and or painting / photography
Interested candidates please send credentials via email to render@msafdie.com.