CJS Architects, LLP is a 25 person firm and one of upstate New York’s leading architectural design firms with offices in Buffalo and Rochester, NY.

Thank you for your interest in our firm. At this time we are not actively hiring, but are always looking for talented individuals to expand the CJS Architects team.  We encourage interested candidates to submit a resume and portfolio to careers@cjsarchitects.com with an understanding that their application will be kept on file for when a position becomes available.

CJS has several exciting projects starting in the new year and we anticipate growing our firm in February 2024.

The positions listed below are examples of typical opportunities we look to fill.  

Title Description Date Posted
Designer / Drafter November 22, 2023

Entry-level to 3 years of experience, with a four-year architecture degree preferred. This role provides support to the project team with tasks including drafting, design, and management of project subsets under the direction of the project managers and architects.

Candidates:

  • Will demonstrate a knowledge of Revit and/or AutoCAD, architectural design and drafting. 3D modeling abilities in Sketch-up, Enscape, and others are preferred.
  • Will have a working ability with Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite.
  • Will gain and develop knowledge of detailing, building codes and materials, constructions techniques, and costs while working with the project team.
  • Are expected to work on multiple projects simultaneously and meet establish priorities.
  • Must demonstrate a willingness to learn and improve skills.
  • Will be mentored by senior staff to develop professional abilities and skill sets, and participation in licensure programs.

Positions are available in both our Buffalo and Rochester offices with hybrid work opportunities available.
Project Manager / Architect November 22, 2023

Award-winning architectural and preservation firm in Western New York is seeking a Project Manager with a B. Arch or M. Arch and 5 to 8 years of experience collaborating with and leading multi-disciplinary teams working on a variety of project types including but not limited to commercial, mixed-use, adaptive-reuse, and residential projects. 

CJS Architects, with offices in Buffalo and Rochester, NY, is seeking a highly organized and technically proficient Project Architect/Manager to collaborate on all aspects of design and construction projects with our team.  A qualified candidate should be able to meet these job requirements:

  • Is technically proficient with Revit and/or AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, and Microsoft Office.
  • Is expected to take responsibility for multiple projects, in different design phases, simultaneously.
  • Will be responsible for communication between project clients and consultants, coordinating all aspects of the project schedules and deliverables.
  • Demonstrates knowledge of detailing, building codes and materials, constructions techniques and costs.
  • Will assist in mentoring less experienced staff
  • Collaborate to refine and develop firm best practices

Positions are available in both our Buffalo and Rochester offices with hybrid work opportunities available.