Project Architect Visa Sponsorship Jobs in New York
New York is one of the top states for project architect visa sponsorship, with major firms like Skidmore, Owings & Merrill, Gensler, and COOKFOX Architects consistently hiring internationally. New York City drives most demand, though Albany and Buffalo have active public and institutional projects. Architecture licensing requirements and H-1B visa sponsorship norms make understanding the process essential before applying.
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MG2, an affiliate of Colliers Engineering & Design is currently looking for an Project Architect to join our Consumer Experiences Market team in New York, NY! You will be working in our Consumer Experiences (CX) Market, where you will have the opportunity to design and deliver on various types of fast-moving retail and Food & Beverage projects that anticipate the needs and lifestyle shifts of evolving users.
Our new Project Architect will be primarily responsible for overseeing the development and execution of architectural construction documents. They work closely with outside consultants and provide guidance to internal project teams through all phases of design and documentation. They will also be responsible for coordinating construction administration and project close-out activities.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the production and coordination of contract deliverables including field surveys, design drawings, construction documents, exhibits, and specifications.
- Primary focus is ensuring completeness of the work in alignment with the project contract and design intent, maintaining MG2 quality standards, and coordinating consultant deliverables.
- Collaborate with internal design staff on the integration of design generated deliverables into contract documents and specifications.
- Individuals must display a detailed understanding of how jurisdictional requirements, client standards, and programmatic guidelines impact and inform design.
- Coordinate project deliverables with external consultants and project partners.
- Generate complete and comprehensive code research and feasibility studies, including required coordination with AHJ representatives. This may include scheduling and participating in pre-submittal or design review meetings.
- Provide administrative support for project teams including, creating meeting agendas and minutes, updating project trackers, completing permit applications or checklists, maintaining RFI and submittal logs, and generating various types of project reports.
- Demonstrate a detailed understanding of firm-wide documentation standards and procedures, including proper use of MG2 templates and graphic standards.
- Provide guidance to other staff members regarding implementation of design standards as required.
- Assist with generating accurate and complete project specifications that align with project scope, design intent, and contractual deliverables.
- Participate in QA/QC reviews of all deliverables, including coordination and review of consultant documents, drawings, and specifications.
- Coordinate external submittals to local permitting authorities and various AHJ's. This includes the coordination of deliverables, completion of administrative tasks, and execution of site-specific submittal process and procedures.
- Participate in the production and coordination of deliverables during construction administration. This may include attending site visits, generating field reports, reviewing submittals and RFIs and generating formal responses for issuance.
- Produce accurate and timely work in accordance with the project schedules and workplans. Work should demonstrate understanding of design intent and comprehension of project budget.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s or Master‘s degree in Architecture or a related field.
- 6+ years of experience in a professional architecture or design firm.
- Proficiency with Revit, Auto-CAD, and MS Office.
- Demonstrated experience utilizing collaboration software such as Bluebeam, Miro, and Teams.
- Demonstrated experience coordinating architectural construction documents; Previous documentation of various project types, scale, and complexity preferred.
- Demonstrated experience in all aspects of construction administration including RFI / submittal review, generating field reports, and project close-out procedures.
- Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.
COMPENSATION
- Compensation: $70,000 to $85,000 per year (depending on qualifications)
WHAT WE OFFER
At MG2, an affiliate of Colliers Engineering & Design, we value our employees with great benefits and worthwhile programs. We are proud of the many initiatives at MG2 such as our focus on Sustainability and Inclusion & Belonging. We promote MG2 culture firmwide and within each of our offices through monthly recognition, happy hours, summer events, and an end of year Holiday Party to celebrate our accomplishments. People make the place at MG2 – Join our growing firm today!
MG2 offers competitive benefits that support our employees in their life and career. This position is eligible for company benefits including but not limited to:
- Employer provided employee healthcare plan and reduced cost premium plans, life insurance, and short and long-term disability coverage.
- Paid Time Off, 7 paid Holidays, and an additional 3 Floating Holidays.
- Employer sponsored Family Planning Program and employer Paid Parental Leave.
- Learning & Career Development opportunities.
- Employee Wellness and Employee Assistance Program.
- Participation in a 401K program including eligible company match percentage, after waiting period.
INTRODUCTION
MG2, an affiliate of Colliers Engineering & Design is currently looking for an Project Architect to join our Consumer Experiences Market team in New York, NY! You will be working in our Consumer Experiences (CX) Market, where you will have the opportunity to design and deliver on various types of fast-moving retail and Food & Beverage projects that anticipate the needs and lifestyle shifts of evolving users.
Our new Project Architect will be primarily responsible for overseeing the development and execution of architectural construction documents. They work closely with outside consultants and provide guidance to internal project teams through all phases of design and documentation. They will also be responsible for coordinating construction administration and project close-out activities.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the production and coordination of contract deliverables including field surveys, design drawings, construction documents, exhibits, and specifications.
- Primary focus is ensuring completeness of the work in alignment with the project contract and design intent, maintaining MG2 quality standards, and coordinating consultant deliverables.
- Collaborate with internal design staff on the integration of design generated deliverables into contract documents and specifications.
- Individuals must display a detailed understanding of how jurisdictional requirements, client standards, and programmatic guidelines impact and inform design.
- Coordinate project deliverables with external consultants and project partners.
- Generate complete and comprehensive code research and feasibility studies, including required coordination with AHJ representatives. This may include scheduling and participating in pre-submittal or design review meetings.
- Provide administrative support for project teams including, creating meeting agendas and minutes, updating project trackers, completing permit applications or checklists, maintaining RFI and submittal logs, and generating various types of project reports.
- Demonstrate a detailed understanding of firm-wide documentation standards and procedures, including proper use of MG2 templates and graphic standards.
- Provide guidance to other staff members regarding implementation of design standards as required.
- Assist with generating accurate and complete project specifications that align with project scope, design intent, and contractual deliverables.
- Participate in QA/QC reviews of all deliverables, including coordination and review of consultant documents, drawings, and specifications.
- Coordinate external submittals to local permitting authorities and various AHJ's. This includes the coordination of deliverables, completion of administrative tasks, and execution of site-specific submittal process and procedures.
- Participate in the production and coordination of deliverables during construction administration. This may include attending site visits, generating field reports, reviewing submittals and RFIs and generating formal responses for issuance.
- Produce accurate and timely work in accordance with the project schedules and workplans. Work should demonstrate understanding of design intent and comprehension of project budget.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s or Master‘s degree in Architecture or a related field.
- 6+ years of experience in a professional architecture or design firm.
- Proficiency with Revit, Auto-CAD, and MS Office.
- Demonstrated experience utilizing collaboration software such as Bluebeam, Miro, and Teams.
- Demonstrated experience coordinating architectural construction documents; Previous documentation of various project types, scale, and complexity preferred.
- Demonstrated experience in all aspects of construction administration including RFI / submittal review, generating field reports, and project close-out procedures.
- Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.
COMPENSATION
- Compensation: $70,000 to $85,000 per year (depending on qualifications)
WHAT WE OFFER
At MG2, an affiliate of Colliers Engineering & Design, we value our employees with great benefits and worthwhile programs. We are proud of the many initiatives at MG2 such as our focus on Sustainability and Inclusion & Belonging. We promote MG2 culture firmwide and within each of our offices through monthly recognition, happy hours, summer events, and an end of year Holiday Party to celebrate our accomplishments. People make the place at MG2 – Join our growing firm today!
MG2 offers competitive benefits that support our employees in their life and career. This position is eligible for company benefits including but not limited to:
- Employer provided employee healthcare plan and reduced cost premium plans, life insurance, and short and long-term disability coverage.
- Paid Time Off, 7 paid Holidays, and an additional 3 Floating Holidays.
- Employer sponsored Family Planning Program and employer Paid Parental Leave.
- Learning & Career Development opportunities.
- Employee Wellness and Employee Assistance Program.
- Participation in a 401K program including eligible company match percentage, after waiting period.
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Which companies sponsor visas for project architects in New York?
Large and mid-size architecture firms in New York with documented H-1B sponsorship histories include Skidmore, Owings & Merrill, Gensler, KPF (Kohn Pedersen Fox), Perkins Eastman, and HOK. Developer-side employers and large construction management firms in New York City also sponsor project architects, particularly for complex mixed-use and commercial developments. Checking DOL Labor Condition Application disclosure data confirms which firms have filed recently.
Which visa types are most common for project architect roles in New York?
The H-1B is the most common visa for project architects in New York, as the role typically requires a professional degree in architecture, meeting the specialty occupation standard. The O-1A is an alternative for architects with significant awards, publications, or major project credits. TN visa status is available to Canadian and Mexican nationals with architecture degrees. Each category has distinct eligibility requirements and employer filing obligations.
Which cities in New York have the most project architect sponsorship jobs?
New York City accounts for the overwhelming majority of project architect sponsorship opportunities in the state, concentrated in Manhattan and Long Island City where large commercial, cultural, and residential projects are headquartered. Albany sees demand from state government and institutional work. Buffalo has a smaller but growing market tied to urban revitalization and healthcare campus development. Most international hires are concentrated in the New York City metro area.
How to find project architect visa sponsorship jobs in New York?
Migrate Mate filters project architect jobs in New York specifically by visa sponsorship, so you can see which firms are actively hiring internationally without sorting through positions that don't sponsor. Searching by role and state on Migrate Mate surfaces firms with recent H-1B and O-1 visa filing histories. Given how competitive New York City architecture hiring is, focusing your search on confirmed sponsoring employers saves significant time.
Are there state-specific considerations for project architects seeking sponsorship in New York?
New York requires architects to hold a state license issued by the State Education Department to use the title 'architect,' but candidates can work as project architects under a licensed supervisor while completing licensure requirements. New York City's high volume of complex, large-scale projects means employers often expect familiarity with NYC Department of Buildings permitting processes. Prevailing wage requirements apply to H-1B filings, and New York's market rates are among the highest nationally, which affects LCA compliance.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored project architect jobs in New York?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.