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Culture

Trust. Empowerment. Collaboration. Growth.

At CBA, these aren’t buzzwords. They’re hallmarks for building a long and rewarding career. When you join us, you join a culture where you can become the best version of yourself while building a better future for everyone.

Are you ready to embrace new skills and advance your career? We invite you to explore opportunities with CBA, recognized for years by the Orlando Business Journal as one of the Best Places to Work, Fast 50, Golden 100 Top Private Companies, and Top Architectural Firms.

When we welcome new employees into our team, we want them to feel like they’re coming home.

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Structural Engineering

Senior Structural Engineer

New York

Structural Engineering

Senior Structural Engineer

New York

Current openings at CBA.

We always keep our eyes open for outstanding people to join our team. Even if you don’t see what you’re looking for here, send us an email at hello@cbaArchitects.com with your resume, portfolio, and cover letter telling us about yourself. We want to know about your passions and goals, why you want to join CBA, and where you’d like to be in five years. We recommend Issuu as a great portfolio presentation tool.

Land Planner

Scope of position

Acts as a specialist and investigator concerning land use and design, while working together with developers, government officials, and other interested parties to make decisions regarding project site plans. The Land Planner’s decisions are informed by existing regulations, and have an impact on economic and environmental levels.

Focus and Responsibilities

Has overall land development responsibility for a variety of projects and project teams, including client contact, civil engineering, municipal and preliminary Landscape Architecture coordination.
Develops scope of work with Partner and Project Manager.
Provides preliminary programming for development of the site.
Researches land development code and municipal regulations; understands jurisdictional programs and processes.
Meets with Zoning and Municipal Officials and is able to discuss code related issues.
Prepares schematic building plans to determine site organization.
Coordinates parking requirements and unit mix with Owner, Project Manager and Civil Engineer.
Develops strategies for unique site conditions – existing trees, wetlands, brownfield, urban infill, etc.

Skills

Effectively communicates with staff and others.
Experience and understanding of various building concepts and design.
Knowledge of urban spatial structure or physical design, and the way in which cities and communities work.
Ability to analyze demographic information to discern trends in population, transportation, employment, and health.
Knowledge of place-making and project evaluation.
Ability to work with the public and articulate planning issues to a wide variety of audiences.
Ability to envision alternatives to the physical and social environments in which we live.
Ability to present a concept with professional quality graphics.

Noteworthy Behaviors

This job requires connecting with people in a personable, friendly manner while showing careful attention to the final environment being created through the product design. The use of persuasive communication skills to collaborate well with others in the work process is an important aspect of the job. A sense of urgency is needed, combined with getting work done in complete, accurate detail and in accordance with company standards and policies. Various site development standards are put into place by this position, and inform the architecture of the end product. Therefore, a holistic approach to site plan design and planning is essential to yield the best environment for the end user. A perceptive and pragmatic approach to selling ideas to others, while being conscious of the various project needs are vital aspects of this position.

Architectural Professional

Scope of position

The Architectural Professional is creative and detail-oriented, while working on multiple projects at a time in collaboration with project teams without compromising the standard of their work. This individual works towards producing comprehensive design and construction documents that communicate specific and precise building designs to the project team. This position positively impacts the collective team, by being an integral component in creating a long lasting beautiful project.

Focus and Responsibilities

Analyzes building codes, by-laws, space and site requirements, and other technical data to determine their effects on architectural design.
Collaborates with production team for solutions to design issues.
Meets with client to review vision and design intent.
Collaborates with the project team in preparing vision books, drawings, renderings, and design presentation.
Coordinates architecture with design professionals such as Landscape Architect, Civil engineer, Structural Engineer, MEP Engineer, and Interior Designer.
Produces design documents for buildings that are more functional, aesthetic and durable.
Collaborates with the project team to create and assemble the set of construction documents.
Attends periodic site visits with the project Construction Administrator.
Performs quality assurance checks on drawings with the Project Coordinator and Project Manager.
Is trained in company production standards and processes.
Works toward completing Internship hours in accordance with NCARB’s Architectural Experience Program.

Skills

Have a broad understanding of how buildings are constructed.
Be knowledgeable in current design trends.
Effectively communicate with production team.
Have proficiency in graphic and architectural drafting programs.
Be an imaginative and creative thinker.

Noteworthy Behaviors

This job requires connecting with people in a personable, friendly manner. The use of persuasive communication skills to gain the interest and involvement of others in the design process is an important aspect of the job. A sense of urgency is needed, to adhere to project schedules. Communication and creativity are strong aspects of this position, and inform the project’s collaboration process and final project design. The individual filling this role is essential to project team and production of the project documents; therefore, a strong ability to communicate and work well with others is vital to achieve success. An open approach to learning and implementing design standards and building code requirements is a strong aspect of this position.

Project Manager

Scope of position

The Project Manager acts as a representative of the company, and oversees the procurement and development of projects. They impact the development of the project team and the project, while striving for excellence, demonstrating passion and integrity, empowering others, and collaborating with the team, client, and consultants.

Focus and Responsibilities

Has overall project management responsibility for a variety of projects or project teams, including client contact, scheduling, and budgeting.
Estimates scope of work.
Estimates fees; may or may not have input from the Principal in charge.
Coordinates administrative efforts in collaboration with the administrative team; such as contracts and billing.
Acts as the point of contact for the client, and develops the relationship with the client.
Responsible for full execution of the project, and its conformance with client needs.
Communicates with and coordinates between project consultants.
Reviews project teams’ work and assignments for conformance and guidance.
Leads project team meetings.
Tracks the project schedule, process, and progress.
Mentors Junior Project Managers and empowering them to take on responsibilities of the Project Manager.
Empowers others.

Skills

Greater level of experience and understanding of how buildings are put together.
Effectively communicates with staff and others.
May or may not be a licensed architect.
Understands Building Codes.
Meets with Building Officials and is able to discuss code related issues.

Noteworthy Behaviors

This job requires connecting with people in a personable, friendly manner. The use of persuasive communication skills to gain the interest and involvement of others in the work process is an important aspect of the job. A sense of urgency is needed, combined with getting work done in complete, accurate detail and in accordance with company standards and policies. The motivation for this position comes from a strong sense of duty and a feeling of responsibility for completing work both quickly and correctly. Follow-up of delegated work must be very thorough. Decision making will be done with the ideas and advice of others, but always carefully and cautiously within the guidelines of established company policy. Selling ideas to others and the ability to mentor and motivate a team are strong aspects of this position.

Reaching new heights together.

CBA is a firm built on the idea of creating positive impact in the world through architecture, land planning, and placemaking. Our team is full of thinkers, collaborators, designers, and innovators, and we take pride in our work.

We believe that when it comes to your career, you should feel happy and productive, with plenty of opportunities to grow. Our employee experience emphasizes creativity and learning. Talent and ambition are fostered, and our leaders are mentored as they develop their skills. Our company culture is structured around these ideas, which enable us to invest in our greatest resource: our people.