Interior Architect II - III

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited professional degree program with a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture or Interior Design
• 5–10 years of professional experience, with demonstrated familiarity in interior Workplace design
• Registered Architect or Interior Designer, or actively pursuing architectural licensure or NCIDQ certification
• Proficiency in Autodesk Revit (required)
• Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, and SketchUp
• Demonstrated expertise in workplace test-fit design, including space planning, adjacency studies, and iterative layout development
• Solid understanding of architectural specifications, International Building Code (IBC), life safety codes, and ADA requirements
• Experience with furniture and finish selection is preferred, but not required
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and capable of independent problem solving

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to design discussions, idea generation, collaboration, and creative problem-solving
• Produce and communicate design concepts through drawings, models, and 3D visualizations
• Manage the production and coordination of design development and technical documentation
• Develop and document design and detailing directly in Revit
• Apply knowledge of programming, planning, and building performance to support design decisions
• Lead or participate in client and project meetings with architects, interior designers, consultants, and other design professionals
• Serve as a representative of Shive-Hattery with clients and contractors throughout project delivery
• Direct, coordinate, and mentor junior staff, supporting their technical and professional development
• Collaborate with project leadership to ensure quality, schedule adherence, and design intent

Benefits

• Compensation: $65,000 - $90,000/year
• Medical, Dental, Vision – 4 tiers of coverage
• Voluntary Life Insurance – Employee, Spouse, and Child
• Voluntary Insurance Plans – Accident, Critical Illness, & Hospital Indemnity
• FSA – Medical & Dependent Care
• 8 Paid Holidays + PTO
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401K/Roth 401K with Company Match
• Overtime Bonus
• Profit Sharing Bonus
• First Time License Bonus
• Tuition Reimbursement & Licensure/Certification Financial Support
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Calm Meditation & Stress Relief Subscription

About the Role

Shive-Hattery’s Chicago, IL Office has an immediate opening for an Architect or Interior Designer with 5–10 years of professional experience, focused primarily on interior-driven Workplace projects. This is a full-time opportunity for a motivated professional who is licensed or actively pursuing architectural licensure or NCIDQ certification and is eager to grow within a collaborative and growth-oriented studio environment.