Architect - Shanghai

As an international architectural firm, UNS is active in the broadest fields of architecture. Our project portfolio covers every aspect of architecture, ranging from small to large scale projects, research and theory. The atmosphere within each of our offices is international, multidisciplinary, design-oriented and ambitious, but also open, non-hierarchical, team-based and friendly, with attention to personal well-being, knowledge development, and career planning.

We are currently looking for an Architect to join our Shanghai office:

Skills:

• Professional Bachelors or Master degree in Architecture, or the equivalent

• 5-8 years or above of experience as an architect or designer at a leading international design firm, with involvement in built projects

• Strong aesthetic sensibilities and design skills, with demonstrated creativity in design development and detailing.

• Proven experience in cultural, large-scale retail, commercial or mixed-use projects.

• Technical problem solver with the ability to work out architectural solutions through innovative thinking (documented through construction and shop drawings/details)

• Extensive experience with façade, architecture, and interior detailing and interfaces

• Excellent knowledge of products, materials and construction methods, especially in Asia

• Experience in writing performance specifications

• Proactive, self-motivated, and team-focused, with a commitment to continual learning and mentoring

• Fluency in written and spoken English; additional fluency in Cantonese is preferred

• Strong proficiency in Rhinoceros, Grasshopper, Revit, AutoCAD, Enscape, and Adobe Creative Suite; knowledge of D5 Render is a plus

Contact:
Working conditions are according to local legislation. Benefits follow UNS Shanghai standards. Applications consisting of a short cover letter, CV, portfolio (PDF, max.10mb enclosed in the application email or only), last & expected salary and availability can be sent digitally to [email protected].

When you work at UNS:

• you have the opportunity to work on high profile, challenging global projects

• you are part of a creative, fresh, professional and academic working environment

• your experience is highly valued, but your innovative and entrepreneurial attitude is prized highest

• you work in an international team that is highly ambitious, collegial and self-motivated, made up of recently graduated architects, experienced senior architects, and every level in-between

• you design through knowledge and discovery, and continually learn on the job