Designer​/Revit Technician

Robert Young Architects (RYA) is a dynamic team, crafting exceptional,award-winning internationally published architecture from our spacious, sunlit studio by the Highline in West Chelsea. As we embark on a period of exciting growth, we’re on the hunt for just the right individuals to join our team.

We are currently working primarily on high-end residential, design-intensive, ground-up projects in the tri-state area. Our approach is characterized by
creative, pragmatic responsiveness
. We engage in detailed explorations and thorough investigation of site specifics and client needs, leading to solutions that are organic, apt, and true to their context. Every project, whether it’s architecture, interior, furniture, or landscape, is meticulously guided from concept to completion, weaving together aesthetics, context, budget, program, materials, technology, and construction techniques.

We encourage you to take a look at our website .

As a Designer / Revit Technician at RYA, you will both actively contribute to all phases of projects from conception through owner move in. In addition you will drive the firm’s development of Revit standards and protocols. The projects you contribute to will establish revit templates and workflows for the office to use in the future.

• Passion for Extraordinary Architecture:You aspire to create architecture that enhances lives and you are committed to delivering exceptionally high quality.
• Attention to Detail:You understand that the foundation of excellence is in the details. You set exacting standards for yourself and inspire them in others.
• A Desire for Construction Proficiency:You have a passion for how buildings are constructed, you are interested in developing details and sets of construction drawings with the goal of building high quality architecture.
• Collaborative Spirit:You thrive in a team-oriented environment and have a growth mindset.
• Iterative Process:you enjoy iterating through as many “bad” ideas as it takes to get to the one that feels inevitable.
• Responsibility-Driven:You eagerly seek and excel in roles of responsibility.
• Effective Communication:You communicate clearly and action ably.

Ideal candidates should have:

• 2-4+ years of post-graduate professional experience
  , preferably with recent involvement in small to medium-sized firms specializing in private residential projects.
• Professional degree in Architecture
  from a US-accredited school.
• Mastery of
  Revit
  having used it in professional settings to deliver projects while also acting as a BIM / Revit leader in the office
• Proficiency in
  Autocad, Rhino or Sketch Up, Enscape, Adobe Suite and Google Workspace
  . Asana, Smartsheets and Monograph are a plus.
• Applicants must currently reside in the New York City metro area and have
  US work visa and fluent English.
• Compensation commensurate with experience.

You will become an integral part of our team, and your role will align with your level of experience. Compensation will be commensurate with your skills and background. RYA offers an extensive benefits package to all full-time employees.

• Please respond only if you meet the above qualifications.
• Send an email to with “
  Designer / Revit Technician(your name)”in the subject line and a short cover letter explaining why you are the right candidate for the position.
• In the body of the e‑mail please briefly describe your Revit experience. We are focused on applicants that are power users and capable of both contributing to projects and managing Revit delivery in the office.
• Attach your
  cover letter, CV, and portfolio
  in a single PDF. Please ensure that the total size of attachments does not exceed 10MB or provide a link to a download, shared folder, or website.
• No phone calls or emails other than  , please. We appreciate everyone’s interest, but we may not be able to respond to every application.
• Applications that do not meet the above qualifications or follow the above guidelines
  will not be considered.