Designer / Intern Architect

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.

Your Opportunity

Stantec is seeking a Designer with 0-3 years’ experience to join its Architecture Group in Rochester, NY. A Designer is expected to be on a professional path towards licensure as an Architect and to contribute to the coordinated delivery of design services with a fully integrated team of architects, engineers, designers, planners, technicians and scientists.

Your Key Responsibilities

Interpret sketches, drawings, codes, building programs and other similar materials.

Utilize Revit in development of three-dimensional models of buildings and their components.

Provide early phase design visualization support.

Assist in the preparation of construction documentation for architectural projects including site plans, floor plans, elevations, sections and details.

Demonstrate general knowledge of building codes, energy codes, and requirements of regulatory agencies.

Assist in the coordination of building systems (structural, mechanical, electrical, etc.) and associated documentation including clash detection within the BIM model.

Assist with the preparation of reports and assessments, including site assessment, photography, technical writing, and document organization.

Coordinate with external consultants with awareness of quality and progress of work.

Contribute to project coordination and site meetings with internal team members and / or external consultants, owners, contractor and sub-contractors.

Demonstrate knowledge of building systems and materials.

Assist with bidding and construction administration phase tasks and processes.

Communicate and work effectively with other members of the design team.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

Developing detailing skills.

Pursuit of Architectural license is desired.

Skilled in use of Revit, Sketch Up, Adobe Creative Suite, 3D Studio Max, Rhino.

Ability to hand sketch and communicate concepts and ideas to others effectively.

Strong speaking and written communications skills developing presentations, design narratives, email, meeting minutes and reports.

Desire and ability to grow in technical competence. Ability to faithfully execute and support design ideas through well-conceived, constructible, and coordinated detailing.

Basic knowledge of accessibility and building codes.

Design-focused, team player, flexible, responsible, organized, rigorous thinker, committed to high quality, personable with strong communication skills. Open minded and curious.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Building Sciences, or Architectural Technology.

The ideal candidate will have 0-3 years of experience in the practice of Architecture or a closely related field.

Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.

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, NY Areas-$60,700.00 - $85,000.00 Annually

Primary Location : United States | NY | Rochester

Organization : 1915 Buildings-US Northeast Engineering-Rochester NY

Employee Status : Regular

Business Justification : New Position

Travel : No

Schedule : Full time

Job Posting : 27 / 01 / 2026 05 : 01 : 31

Req ID : 1003894

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.