Architectural Designer - Buildings Government Services

Stantec’s Buildings team is on a mission to become the world’s leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, consultants, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. Our collaborative culture and our innovative, sustainable approach to projects help us create buildings that matter to our world.

Together, we are enhancing the quality of life globally through design.

Join us and design your place with Stantec.

Stantec Buildings Government Services is on a mission to become the world’s leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. We take an innovative, collaborative approach to projects, sharing a common belief that sustainable design for the built environment can make the world a better place for future generations. Join us and design your place with Stantec.

Your Opportunity

Join a Top 10 global design firm in our Buildings practice that provides Architecture, Building Engineering, and Interior Design Services.

This is a full-time, entry level Architectural Designer role. You will work on tasks under the guidance of an Architect or Design Coordinator and will engage with our diverse team of professionals. Our hybrid in-office/remote work culture provides you with the opportunity to connect with teammates within our region as well as throughout the national and international Stantec network.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist project teams in the development of a design through sketches, physical models, digital models, diagrams, massing studies, and other visual formats.

• Utilize Autodesk Revit and other BIM technologies to develop three-dimensional building models and utilize it as a tool in the production of construction documents.

• Keep the Project Manager informed of progress on expectations, deadlines, and deliverables that fall within their responsibility. Participate in team meetings, charrettes and coordination sessions.

• Participate in internal project reviews and critiques.

• Prepare and revise documentation during all project phases. Develop drawings, such as site plans, floor plans, building elevations, building sections, and details.

• Coordinate building systems (structural, mechanical, electrical, etc.) to ensure compatibility with the design intent.

• Assist in contract administration tasks, such as submittal review and construction site visits.

• Assist in monitoring and coordination of consultant work and deadlines.

• Participate in project coordination and meetings with internal team members, external consultants, and/or clients.

• Implement sustainable design principles into the building design and surrounding environment.

• Assist in site analysis and research of design concepts, benchmarks, materials, typologies, and precedents.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Basic knowledge and application of accessibility codes and building codes.

• Basic knowledge of building construction systems, means and methods, materials, and industry associated standards is expected.

• Basic understanding of all phases of architectural document production and the relationship between drawings and specifications.

• Ability to conduct space planning, block planning, and adjacencies in coordination with building program.

• Ability to develop floor plans, wall sections, and details.

• Ability to check work for accuracy and completeness and manage time to meet project budget and schedule.

• Ability to participate and collaborate in a project team setting through all phases of architectural design.

• Ability to engage in creative and critical thought and able to graphically communicate concepts and ideas to others effectively.

• Ability to communicate and interpret abstract ideas through sketches, drawings, building program, and other similar material.

• Requires proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Revit, InDesign and Photoshop; Prefer experience with Enscape, SketchUP, and Newforma.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree and/or Master’s Degree in Architecture or related field.

• 0-7 years of related work experience.

• LEED Green Associate or LEED AP is a plus.

• Established NCARB record and working towards licensure preferred

Please include a copy of your portfolio along with your resume for consideration.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

About Stantec

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.

Pay Range:

• Locations in MN, OH, VT, & Various CA, ME, NY, VA Areas-$61,900.00 - $86,700.00 Annually

Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).

Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements

Primary Location: United States | NY | Albany Organization: 2383 Buildings-US ACQ PSP GS-GS PSP Albany NY Employee Status: Regular Management Level: Individual contributor Business Justification: New Position Travel: No Schedule: Full time Job Posting: 13/10/2026 04:10:36 Req ID: 1008291

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