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Architect/Designer

POSTED 03-12-2026

Albany, NY

We are seeking an enthusiastic Mid-Level Architect/Designer with 10-14 years’ experience, who thrives in a fast-paced and team-focused working environment. This position is open in our Albany, NY office. Employees of all levels are involved in every aspect of design from concept through construction. The ideal candidate is seeking advancement in their career and welcomes this opportunity to leverage Wendel’s established presence in the northeast region and grow our regional offices.

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Responsibilities

  • Ability to work autonomously to complete Design, Documentation and Construction Administration tasks on smaller projects, utilizing staff support as needed. Tasks include the preparation of drawings and specifications, field verification/assessment, making recommendations and writing reports.
  • For larger projects of greater complexity, leads and supervises the work of a team, mentoring and guiding junior-level staff throughout the process. Coordinates closely with Project Technical Leads/Project Managers as required, to meet overarching project objectives.
  • Strong design, detailing, technical skills and a comprehensive understanding of architectural specifications, International Building Codes, Life Safety Code and ADA requirements. Ability to develop envelope and code strategies that meet schedule and budget objectives, working autonomously or with Project Technical Leads.
  • Conducts technical and design presentations to clients, agencies and stakeholders.
  • Coordinates regularly with engineers, consultants and extended teams to ensure full coordination and timely delivery of all aspects of the project. Able to coordinate directly with clients and stakeholders.
  • Coordinates with Project Technical Leads/Project Managers regarding project planning and staffing. Maintains understanding of project profitability and contract scope and identifies potential scope creep.
  • Actively sells other services to existing clients and supports regional Business Development in a variety of market sectors and may assist in proposals and fee evaluations.

 

Qualifications

  • Licensed and non-licensed candidates that meet these criteria will be considered.
  • Professional degree in Architecture and 10 – 14 years of related work experience.
  • Exceptional communication and organizational skills and success working within a team.
  • Schedule-driven, ability to plan work of team to meet deliverables.
  • Ability to identify issues, research/assess options and problem solve independently.
  • Knowledge of REVIT, Bluebeam, Procore and cloud-based Spec Writing software.
  • Ability to travel for project related activities.

Please attach your portfolio when applying.

 

What we offer

  • Employee-focused company culture and work environment.
  • Work-life balance including:
    • Hybrid work policy
    • Flexible work
  • Great benefits including:
    • Medical, dental, and vision
    • 401k match
    • PTO
    • Life insurance
  • HSA and FSA options.
  • Career advancement opportunities with Career and Professional Development.
  • Tuition reimbursement.
  • Parking reimbursement.
  • Wellness programs and health stipend.

 

Salary range

$95,000 – $112,000

Wendel is committed to providing fair, competitive, and market-informed compensation. The salary offered will be determined based the successful candidates’ relevant education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The salary offered will also take into consideration regional adjustment factors.

 

Hear from Our Team

We asked our employees to share what they love most about working at Wendel, and the overwhelming response was that everyone loves working in an environment where the team has each other’s backs. They also liked our flexible, hybrid work policy. With nationwide project and office locations, Wendel presents the opportunity to work on an exciting variety of projects with a diverse group of clients. They said they like our respect-based and team-oriented culture, and our transparent communication philosophy.

Helping our employees reach their professional goals is important to us, and we take pride in providing a variety of professional development opportunities. We utilize an annual career development process, for every employee that ensures career mobility, growth, and company ownership potential.  If you are looking to make a real impact, challenge the status quo, and achieve high-performing results, Wendel is the place for you!

Details

Don’t meet every single requirement? We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Wendel is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer and provides a drug free workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, age, pregnancy, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. We are a VEVRAA federal contractor and request priority referrals of all protected veterans.

 

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