Senior Architect

About the role

The Architect is responsible for the planning and design of a variety of building projects for industrial clients. Project types include new buildings or the renovation of existing buildings/employee office spaces (common spaces such as meeting rooms, break rooms, restrooms, cafeteria, lobby, housekeeping storage, etc.), laboratories, offices, and research & production spaces.

Responsibilities

• Producing planning, contract, and specification documents
• Providing architectural design and construction document preparation and comprehensive construction administration as part of a professional architecture/engineering firm (3-20 years of experience)
• Recommending best value design which meets client requirements for intended use as well as operability, reliability, maintainability, and safety
• Generating design documentation, construction documents, and renderings utilizing 3D software (Revit, Rhino 3D, others)
• Applying working knowledge of applicable codes and standards (IBC, ADA, etc.)
• Developing designs and producing drawings and specifications to define the architectural scope of projects
• Working with all design team disciplines, including outside consultants, to achieve a fully coordinated project
• Performing specialized investigations such as existing conditions verification and participating in comparisons of building system alternatives
• Applying architectural theories, concepts, principles, and processes to provide solutions to complex design projects
• Assisting in the review of the technical evaluation of construction bids received from contractors (may participate)
• Participating, from time to time, in support of business development activities and providing support and input for client proposals, SOQs, and presentations

Qualifications

• Architecture degree from an accredited US Architectural Program
• Licensed as an architect in the state of Illinois
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and rendering programs required
• Able to provide space planning and conceptual design through construction document production and construction administration services
• Eligibility to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future

Desirable skills

• Understanding of space planning & design for municipal projects
• Science & technology facilities design (laboratory & research space)
• Higher education projects (classrooms, laboratories)
• NCARB Certification (plus)
• LEED AP Accreditation (plus)

Pay

$100,000 - $145,000 a year. Salaries for all positions are based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to relevant experience, total years of experience in the industry, education, skills, and qualifications. Compensation may vary depending on the candidate's individual background and expertise. Salaries are subject to fluctuation outside of the given range. The indicated range is not a commitment and meant as a guideline. All compensation, exempt or non-exempt status, and benefits will be discussed during the interview process.