Junior Designer/Architect

About the role

OMA Hong Kong is looking for a Junior Designer/Architect with a strong design sensibility and interest in a wide range of projects and scales. The role covers all project phases, from concept development through design, technical documentation and construction, working closely with Project Leaders and design teams. It suits a recent graduate; prior professional experience is not required.

Key responsibilities

• Collaborate with project teams across concept design, design development and project execution.
• Contribute to design concepts and proposals through research, drawings, physical and digital models, visualisations and graphic representations.
• Assist with project presentations, drawing packages and technical documentation.
• Take part in team discussions and support the project team throughout the project lifecycle.
• Use industry-standard design and modelling software for design, drafting, modelling, rendering and data analysis.

Required profile

• Professional degree in Architecture, Urban Planning or a related field.
• Strong conceptual, graphic and design skills shown in a high-quality portfolio (applications without a portfolio are not considered).
• Attention to detail, strong organisational skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills; fluency in written and spoken English; Chinese, Korean or another language is an advantage.
• Relevant internship experience, especially on large-scale architecture or urban design projects at an international practice, is preferred but not required.

Required skills

• Rhinoceros and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Revit, AutoCAD and/or Grasshopper is an advantage.
• Rendering engines such as Enscape, V-Ray or D5, and AI-assisted design or visualisation tools, are an advantage.
• Physical model-making and design communication skills.

What we offer

• Full-time employment in the Hong Kong office.
• A competitive salary with a benefits package including MPF contribution, health insurance and 23 vacation days per year, plus Hong Kong public holidays.
• A collaborative working environment and opportunities for professional development.

To apply, submit a cover letter, CV and a PDF portfolio of up to 30 pages through the online application form.