Architectural Designer

About the role

Wold seeks highly driven, passionate, and talented individuals who have completed their non-professional or professional degree in Architecture for a full-time position in our Palatine, Illinois office. The successful candidate will emphasize client service and utilize their aptitude to create progressive design. We are a dynamic, growth-oriented company looking for candidates interested in making a long-term commitment to a career full of opportunity and growth.

As a full-service architecture and engineering firm, we provide a wide range of services for our clients across multiple market segments including K-12, government, civic, higher education, and health care. Our many client types offer endless possibilities for engagement in projects of all sizes and styles.

Wold’s philosophy is to foster and mentor professional development in a studio atmosphere where everyone’s talents and experiences are appreciated, needed, and nurtured. Staff work in integrated teams of interior designers, architects, mechanical and electrical engineers focused on total design solutions for our clients. The team environment provides entry-level candidates with the chance to actually design, while being supported by the expertise of professionals.

Responsibilities

• Prepare construction documents and building models using Revit, BlueBeam and AutoCAD
• Coordinate with consultants and team members throughout all phases of design
• Research building codes, products, and construction methods
• Support construction administration and field observation activities
• Attend client meetings and facilitate the collection of information and incorporate it into projects
• Grow technical and professional skills through mentorship and project experience

Requirements

• Professional or non-professional degree in Architecture from an accredited institution
• 0-3 years of experience
• Proficiency or willingness to learn Revit and Adobe Photoshop
• Ability to diagram concepts and clearly sketch ideas
• Excellent communication skills
• Be creative, likeable, and energetic
• Be enthusiastic about working in a team environment
• Balance short-term deadlines and long-term projects

Benefits

• Competitive base salary with performance-based bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with 6% company match
• PTO frontloaded for immediate use
• Hybrid or flexible work scheduling (role-dependent)
• Paid parental leave and paid volunteer time
• FSA and HSA options
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance and dependent care assistance
• Professional development and certification reimbursement
• Frequent employee events and collaborative firm culture