Architectural Design Analyst

Turner & Townsend; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner & Townsend seeks an Architectural Design Analyst to support global workplace design projects. You will help manage architectural design and construction delivery standards, coordinating with architects, engineers, and clients to ensure quality and compliance throughout the project lifecycle.

The role requires 3–5 years in architectural design or related fields, proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and Bluebeam, and strong collaboration skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Architectural Engineering, Interior Design, Construction Management, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in architectural design, planning, project coordination, or construction support.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings, specifications, and construction documents.
• Knowledge of architectural design principles, building systems, codes, and construction practices.

Responsibilities

• Support planning, design development, and documentation through the project lifecycle.
• Review drawings and technical documents for quality and compliance.
• Assist with space planning, workplace planning, and design analysis.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, consultants, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Conduct design reviews and identify risks and opportunities for improvement.
• Support feasibility studies, site assessments, and due diligence.
• Maintain project documentation and design standards.
• Assist with code reviews and accessibility evaluations.
• Support construction administration activities (submittals, RFIs, as-builts).
• Develop presentations and design recommendations.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Analytical thinking

Reading drawings

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Architectural Engineering, Interior Design, Construction Management, or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Bluebeam

MS Office

Job description

• Compensation: USD 90,000 - USD 110,000 - yearly

Company Description

Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries.

Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people’s lives. Working in partnership makes it possible to deliver the world’s most impactful projects and programmes as we turn challenge into opportunity and complexity into success.

Our capabilities include programme, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions.

We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner & Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with the premier programme, project and cost management offering in markets around the world.

Job Description

About the role

The Architectural Design Analyst supports the management of our client's architectural design and construction delivery standards for global workplace design projects. This job is part of the Program Management function, providing consulting services for our client accounts to help achieve the client’s strategic business objectives.

What you'll do

• Support architectural planning, design development, and documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
• Review drawings, specifications, design packages, and technical documents for quality, consistency, and compliance with project requirements.
• Assist with space planning, programming, workplace planning, and design analysis activities.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, consultants, contractors, and client stakeholders to support project delivery.
• Conduct design reviews and identify potential risks, conflicts, and opportunities for improvement.
• Support project feasibility studies, site assessments, and due diligence efforts.
• Maintain project documentation, design standards, drawing logs, and reporting tools.
• Assist with code reviews, accessibility evaluations, and compliance with applicable regulations and client standards.
• Support construction administration activities, including submittal reviews, RFIs, and as-built documentation.
• Develop presentations, reports, and design recommendations for project teams and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Architectural Engineering, Interior Design, Construction Management, or a related field.
• 3 - 5years of experience in architectural design, planning, project coordination, or construction support.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings, specifications, and construction documents.
• Knowledge of architectural design principles, building systems, codes, and construction practices.
• Experience with space planning, workplace design, or capital project delivery is preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder coordination abilities.
• LEED accreditation, RA track, NCARB, or other industry-related credentials are a plus.

Additional Information

*SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.

*On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our client's needs*

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