Senior Architect – Transportation / Infrastructure Projects
Location: New York
Salary: $115,000 – $130,000+
Type: Full-time, Permanent
We’ve got several major rail and metro projects entering early design next year, and we’re looking for a Senior Architect who’s passionate about infrastructure that connects people, projects that actually shape how cities move and function.
This role sits within one of the most respected design studios globally, a place that champions design excellence, sustainability, and genuine collaboration. If you enjoy leading teams through complex design and delivery challenges, this is where you’ll thrive
In this role, you’ll:
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Lead the design and coordination of large-scale transportation projects (rail, metro, aviation, and wider civic infrastructure).
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Guide teams through all project phases, from concept to construction.
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Manage client relationships and collaborate with consultants and partners.
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Oversee design quality, BIM/Revit production, and delivery standards.
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Mentor talented junior architects and champion sustainable design principles.
What You’ll Bring
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10–15 years’ experience in architecture, ideally with a focus on transportation or major infrastructure projects.
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Strong capability in Revit, Rhino, and parametric design tools (e.g., Grasshopper).
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Excellent communication and leadership skills.
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A collaborative mindset and a genuine passion for great design that works.
This is more than another project it’s a chance to help design the future of transport infrastructure across the US, alongside a team that values innovation and craft in equal measure.
Apply to Charlotte@vertopeople.com with a resume and transportation work samples (Under 10MB)