Architectural Designer (2-4 years)

Archinect; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Professional development opportunities

Paid time off

Job summary

lieu is seeking a full-time architectural designer to work across all phases from concept through construction administration. The role includes business development and marketing duties, with projects spanning residential, commercial, non-profit and public work.

As a small studio, we seek strong designers who are collaborative, organized, and proactive, capable of multi-tasking while delivering excellent graphics, writing and communication. Flexibility exists for schedules and locations.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant experience at an architectural firm.
• B. Arch or M. Arch from an accredited school of architecture.
• Authorized to work in US.
• Available to work in person 4 days/week – this is not a remote only position.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Rhino, Adobe Creative Suite; Revit & Enscape is a plus.
• Proven ability to design and document all project phases (including CD and CA).

Responsibilities

• Design through various mediums including sketching, drafting, rendering, digital and physical modeling.
• Develop architectural studies.
• Document designs through drawing sets and specifications.
• Prepare materials for project meetings.
• Coordinate with internal team, consultants, and contractors.
• Research and analyze code, materials, systems, and so on.
• Support construction administration activities.
• Contribute to the growth and development of the firm.

Skills

AutoCAD

Rhino

Adobe Creative Suite

Revit

Enscape

Education

B. Arch or M. Arch

Tools

AutoCAD

Rhino

Adobe Creative Suite

Revit

Enscape

Job description

Company Profile

- lieu means place. - lieu is an architecture & design studio driven by the desire to create unique places rooted in empathy, curiosity and thoughtfulness. The woman-led studio is committed to doing impactful work across all building types, scales, and communities.

Job Description

- lieu is seeking a full-time architectural designer. Designers work on all aspects and phases of projects from concept design through construction administration in addition to other firm responsibilities such as business development and marketing. Projects are diverse and include single-family residential, commercial, non-profit, and public work. Each designer is an integral part of the design process and the studio culture. They will contribute to the growth and direction of the firm.

As a small studio, it is essential that all team members are strong designers who are collaborative, engaged, professional, organized, independent thinkers, capable of multi-tasking, critical thinking, self-directing, and have excellent graphic, written and verbal communication skills. We are looking for someone who is ambitious, proactive, detail-oriented, thoughtful, curious, eager to learn & grow, and shares our values.

Responsibilities

• Design through various mediums including sketching, drafting, rendering, digital and physical modeling
• Develop architectural studies
• Document designs through drawing sets and specifications
• Prepare materials for project meetings
• Coordinate with internal team, consultants, and contractors
• Research and analyze code, materials, systems, and so on
• Support construction administration activities
• Contribute to the growth and development of the firm

Requirements

• 2+ years of relevant experience at an architectural firm
• B. Arch or M. Arch from an accredited school of architecture
• Authorized to work in US
• Available to work in person 4 days/week – this is not a remote only position
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Rhino, Adobe Creative Suite; Revit & Enscape is a plus
• Proven ability to design and document all project phases (including CD and CA)

- lieu strongly believes in a healthy work/life balance. We typically work in the office four days a week and remotely one day a week but are flexible depending on meeting schedules, locations, and personal needs.

Salary

- lieu offers health benefits, professional development opportunities, competitive PTO, and a salary commensurate with experience.