We are currently hiring a Project Designer in our K-12 Studio under the Architectural division at our growing and energetic Rochester, NY office.

The Architectural Division at LaBella provides comprehensive planning and design within dedicated studios with projects ranging from targeted renovations and facility maintenance to projects that define communities. We believe architecture is more than creating, maintaining, and resurrecting the buildings in which we live, work, learn, and engage - it's about beautifying and bettering the communities we call home.

The overall expectations of this position are to be capable of developing construction drawings and specification for issuance to the Project Manager/Architect for review. The Project Designer must be capable of performing construction administration and understand the applicable building code to implement into the design. It must be understood that assignments and hence supervision will differ from time to time. A successful candidate will be self-motivated with the willingness to learn, train, and continue building their architectural knowledge. Posses excellent collaboration skills and contribute to a positive work environment. The candidate will be trustworthy and punctual and possess leadership and communication skills.

Salary Range: $56,000 - $81,300 per year

The specific salary offered may be influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, education, and work location.

Requirements

• 5 to 10 years of experience working for an Architectural/Engineering firm
• Must be proficient in Revit
• Bachelors/Master's degree in architecture
• Licensure preferred, but not required
• Knowledge of NYS Codes
• Knowledge of NYS SED Facilities Planning and K-12 project
• Ability to work as a part of a team
• Strong planning and organizational skills
• Ability to communicate effectively both written and verbal

Benefits

Body, mind, and wallet—LaBella’s benefits support a holistic approach to your health and wellness, creating the foundation for physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our benefit offerings cover the must-haves (healthcare and retirement), the just-in-cases (insurances and employee assistance programs), and the cherry-on-tops (fitness reimbursements, year-end incentive pay, and tuition assistance). Visit our website for more details on benefits listed below.

• Flexible Work Schedule
• Health/Dental Insurance
• 401k Plan with Employer Match
• Paid Parental Leave
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off
• Leadership Development Program
• Fitness Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Referral Bonus Program
• Wellness Program
• Team Building Events
• Community Service Events

LaBella is committed to facilitating a culture where diversity, equity, and inclusion are respected, valued, and celebrated by implementing thoughtful, practical, and innovative strategies that support our employees and serve the communities in which we reside. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws.

LaBella Associates does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiting professionals or agencies, nor do we accept resumes from any source that does not reference a specific, open position. LaBella Associates will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resume submitted by recruiting professionals or agencies that do not have a current placement fee agreement with LaBella Associates. All initial communication with recruiting professionals or agencies must go through human resources.