Architectural Designer II (Development)

BKV Group (US); Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

BKV Group seeks an intermediate Architectural Designer to join our Development team in Chicago, IL or Dallas, TX, focusing on Market-rate Multi-family, Student Living, Senior Living and/or Mixed-use projects. We’re looking for someone with a proactive and positive attitude and excellent organizational skills who thrives in a highly collaborative environment.

Responsibilities include assisting PM or SPA with planning layouts, drafting in Revit, creating 3D models in SketchUp, supporting

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Architecture degree required.
• 4–8 years of architectural experience.
• Proficiency in Revit, Adobe CS5 and Google SketchUp.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Manager or Senior Project Architect in planning the layout of projects including determination of functional and spatial requirements and assist in preparing information regarding design, specifications, materials, color and equipment.
• Prepare project plans (scaled drawings) using computer assisted design software and equipment.
• Drafting using Revit.
• Support the project team during construction administration phase – submittal reviews, ASIs, answering RFIs, etc.
• Create 3D computer models using Google SketchUp or similar programs.
• Assist team members with presentation boards and/or hand-outs.
• Receive project direction from Senior Project Architect or Project Manager.

Skills

Revit

SketchUp

Adobe CS5

Education

Bachelor of Architecture

Job description

This role is located in Chicago, IL or Dallas, TX

Job Description

BKV Group seeks an intermediate Architectural Designer to join our Development team, focusing on a wide range of Market-rate Multi-family, Student Living, Senior Living and/or Mixed-use projects. We’re looking for someone with a proactive and positive attitude and excellent organizational skills who seeks to thrive and work effectively in a highly collaborative environment.

• Assist Project Manager or Senior Project Architect in planning the layout of projects including determination of functional and spatial requirements and assist in preparing information regarding design, specifications, materials, color and equipment.
• Prepare project plans (scaled drawings) using computer assisted design software and equipment.
• Drafting using Revit.
• Support the project team during construction administration phase – submittal reviews, ASIs, answering RFIs, etc.
• Create 3D computer models using Google SketchUp or similar programs.
• Assist team members with presentation boards and/or hand-outs.
• Receive project direction from Senior Project Architect or Project Manager.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Architecture.
• 4 – 8 years of experience in architecture.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from the PM and SPA.
• Proficiency in Revit, Adobe CS5 and Google SketchUp.

Compensation range: $75,000 – $85,000 annually, or commensurate with experience.

BKV Group has a 45+year history of design excellence, winning more than 245+ regional and national awards to date. We are passionate about how innovation and creative design can shape communities for the better – enhancing the economic, aesthetic, social, and environmental context. As a holistic national design firm, we bring a full complement of architecture, interior design, urban design, engineering, landscape architecture, and construction administration services together to collaborate from project kick-off to closeout. The diverse perspectives formed from this collaboration help us make better design decisions and are the keys to our success. We value being open, honest, genuine, and thoughtful with each other, our clients, community stakeholders, and consultants.

With excellent benefits, competitive salaries, a flexible work schedule, and continuous opportunities for growth, we give you the tools to achieve your goals. We believe in a collegial, engaging, opportunistic, and fun working environment and are always interested in connecting with talented individuals who share our passion for enriching lives and strengthening communities. Sound like a fit? We want to hear from you!

BKV Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)