ARCHITECT INTERN
POSITION SUMMARY
If you have a passion and excitement for architecture, than we are looking for you. Dixon Advisory, the number on owner of brownstones in New York, is looking for an enthusiastic, hardworking, quick learner to join our Architecture team. We provide training, education, and one-on-one mentoring with top industry professionals.
This is not your typical real estate position. We offer genuine opportunities for career progression and a supportive and fun team environment. In short we provide you with the tools and exposure you need to have a rewarding career.
At Dixon Advisory, we believe that with the right attitude and passion, coupled with our training and mentorship program, you can rapidly grow to achieve your top potential.
ABOUT US
Dixon Advisory USA is the manager of the US Masters Residential Property (USA) Fund (‘US Masters’ or ‘Fund’), a $500 million residential Real Estate Investment Trust (‘REIT’) operating in the New York metropolitan area. US Masters is one of the new breed of REIT investors focusing on single-family houses (up to four dwellings) for acquisition, renovation and rental in the USA. As part of a growing $18 billion sector, US Masters is the only fund with the primary focus of acquiring residential properties in the New York metropolitan area. US Masters also forms the first Australian-listed property trust with a primary strategy of investing in direct US residential property. In addition to its focus on freestanding single-family houses, the Fund invests in small-to-mid-sized apartment buildings in joint ventures with key players in the local market. The Fund has total assets of over $500 million, owns approximately 550 houses and 27 apartment complexes representing over 2,000 rental units in the New York metropolitan area, and is actively committed to expanding the portfolio.
Founded in early 2011, Dixon Advisory USA and its construction subsidiary, Dixon Projects, have a skilled team of over 120 dynamic real estate, construction and finance professionals who are at the forefront of this exciting new investment sector. Dixon Advisory USA is vertically integrated, managing the Fund end-to-end – from the acquisition process, to asset rehabilitation, through to leasing and client management.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Conduct historical research on Dixon Advisory’s diverse Jersey City residential properties: using primary documents and photographs
- Liaise with historical societies to obtain information on Dixon properties
- Coordinate with design team regarding properties infrastructure
- Develop a deep understanding of historical construction in Jersey City
- Retrieve historical tax photos
- Work with external architects on plans as required
REQUIREMENTS
- Undergraduates and graduates welcome
- Obtaining a degree in architecture, design, or related field
- Residential design experience is a plus
- Passionate about historic rehab
- Knowledge of building codes is desirable but not essential
- Knowledge of procedures for construction documents
- Understanding of building materials and construction methods
- Exceptional communication, verbal, and written skills
- Excellent computer and technology skills
- Must be a self-starter who is comfortable achieving maximum results with minimal supervision
- Must be able to work in a fast paced environment
BENEFITS
- Flat organization and dynamic work environment
- Excellent training opportunities
- Great perks: free breakfast every day, snack area, Beer Fridays, plus many more team events
- Social and diverse workplace with a strong team environment that fosters growth and development
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