Entry to Mid-Level Architect / Structural Engineer - Building Enclosure

Application Instructions: To be considered for this exciting opportunity, submission of a resume and cover letter is required at the time of application. Please note, Hoffmann Architects + Engineers is unable to provide immigration sponsorship for this position.

Location: New Haven, CT

Position Overview

Hoffmann Architects + Engineers is seeking an entry- to mid-level architect or structural engineer to join its team in downtown New Haven. With opportunities to participate in all phases of the architectural and engineering processes—from investigation to design to construction administration—you’ll develop a greater understanding of how buildings are constructed, and why they fail. At Hoffmann, close professional relationships among a smaller group of colleagues foster camaraderie, mentorship, and innovation. Entry- and mid-level architects and engineers work side-by-side with project managers and senior technical staff to solve complex building enclosure problems.

Since 1977, Hoffmann has specialized in the rehabilitation, preservation, and design detailing of facades, roofs, plazas/terraces, parking garages, and historic/landmark structures. With offices in CT, NY, and VA, Hoffmann is an award-winning specialty architectural and engineering firm that has built a reputation for excellence by resolving building exterior distress at major symbols of the country’s architectural heritage, such as the Chrysler Building, the New York Stock Exchange, the United States Capitol building, and the Smithsonian Institution. 

Primary Responsibilities

• Conduct building investigations and document existing conditions through photographs, measurements, field notes, and sketches.
• Write survey and assessment reports summarizing observations, evaluations, and recommendations.
• Conduct project-related research on construction materials, building systems, codes, and regulations.
• Coordinate services provided by subconsultants and subcontractors.
• Prepare, review, and coordinate drawings, specifications, and other related project deliverables.
• Modify project deliverables based on quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) feedback.
• Compile construction document packages for bidding and construction.
• Conduct bidding/procurement phase services, including pre-bid walkthroughs, responses to bidder inquiries, and bid reviews.
• Track and review submittals, change orders, and requests for payment during construction.
• Respond to contractor requests for information (RFIs) and prepare supporting documentation.
• Visit the construction site to observe and document contractor progress and work quality.
• Conduct progress meetings with the project team, clients, and contractors.
• Prepare site visit reports and meeting minutes.
• Assemble project closeout documentation, including warranties, record drawings, operation and maintenance (O&M) manuals, test reports, and final certifications.
• Develop qualification materials, outline scopes of service, and prepare fee estimates for project proposals.

Other Duties and Expectations

• Meet project and assignment deadlines.
• Adhere to the firm’s filing, tracking, and archiving standards.
• Provide timely and accurate communication with management, project team members, and colleagues.
• Promote a collaborative and supportive team atmosphere.
• Develop building enclosure expertise.
• Participate in professional/community organizations, activities, and continuing education programs.
• Actively seek experience to fulfill requirements for licensure. 

Required Education and Experience

• First professional degree from an accredited architectural or engineering program OR
• An equivalent combination of academic and professional experience may be considered.

Required Qualifications

• Architectural applicants must be enrolled in the Architectural Experience Program (AXP).
• Entry-level engineering applicants must obtain the Engineer in Training (EIT) certification within the first three months of employment. Mid-level engineering applicants must possess the Engineer in Training (EIT) certification at time of employment.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with a strong emphasis on report writing.
• Proficiency with relevant software applications (AutoCAD, Adobe InDesign, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
• Self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Willingness and ability to work on elevated areas of buildings, including roofs and facades, using swing staging, scaffolding, ladders, and manlifts.
• Ability to travel regularly to job sites (i.e., a valid driver's license and access to a vehicle).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with building enclosure, plaza, and/or parking rehabilitation is advantageous.

Compensation and Benefits

• The annual salary for this position in New Haven, CT generally ranges from $65,000 to $85,000. The actual salary offered will be determined based on job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, architecture/engineering job function, licensure, certifications, performance, experience, and education. This information is provided in accordance with the Connecticut Pay Transparency Law and represents our good-faith and reasonable estimate of the position's salary range at the time of posting.

Hoffmann Architects + Engineers offers:

• Bonuses and profit sharing.
• 401(k) savings plan with employer match.
• Student loan repayment assistance.
• Generous paid time off package.
• Dependent care assistance.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with employer HSA contributions.
• No-cost disability insurance, life and AD&D insurance, and an employee assistance program.
• Company-paid professional registration, dues, exam prep, and test fees, and more!

Commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity

Hoffmann Architects + Engineers is committed to a culture of diversity and equal employment opportunity. We strictly prohibit discrimination against employees or applicants on the basis of age, ancestry or national origin, mental or physical disability or history of disability, gender, marital or familial status, pregnancy or childbirth, race or color, religion or creed, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, domestic violence victim status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.