Architectural Designer III - Hybrid | Design Leadership

Perkins&Will; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Perkins&Will in Chicago is seeking a Designer III to join our hybrid studio. You’ll contribute across multiple phases of architectural projects, from early concepts to construction documentation, applying strong design sensibilities and technical rigor.

You’ll use BIM and 2D/3D tools, research materials, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality outcomes while pursuing Living Design goals and professional accreditation.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in architecture or a related discipline.
• Strong architectural design and technical documentation skills, including experience with BIM, building codes, life safety requirements, and construction documents.
• Advanced proficiency in Revit and 2D/3D architectural production software.
• Ability to develop and communicate design concepts through drawings, sketches, graphic storytelling, presentations, and visualization.
• Strong organizational, collaboration, and communication skills, with the ability to coordinate effectively with multidisciplinary project teams and consultants.
• Active involvement in the Architectural Experience Program (AXP) and preparation for the Architect Registration Examination (ARE), along with a commitment to obtaining LEED Green Associate accreditation within six months of hire and pursuing professional accreditation in an area of Living Design.

Responsibilities

• Develop creative architectural design concepts and solutions that respond to project goals, client needs, and design objectives.
• Produce and coordinate architectural drawings and documentation through schematic design, design development, and construction document phases.
• Use BIM and advanced 2D/3D modeling tools to communicate design ideas and support accurate, coordinated project deliverables.
• Research building products, materials, systems, and construction techniques to inform design decisions and documentation.
• Create compelling design presentations, visualizations, graphics, and other materials that communicate ideas to clients and project teams.
• Collaborate with architects, designers, consultants, and other project partners to coordinate project information and resolve design challenges.
• Review drawings and deliverables for accuracy, completeness, clarity, and consistency with project requirements and firm standards.
• Take ownership of assigned tasks, balancing creativity, quality, schedules, and project budgets while maintaining proactive communication with team members.
• Participate in design reviews, charrettes, and studio activities, sharing ideas and supporting the growth of colleagues.

Skills

Architectural design

BIM coordination

Cross-disciplinary collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in architecture

Tools

Revit

Rhino

Grasshopper

Adobe Creative Cloud

InDesign

Photoshop

Enscape

V-Ray

Ladybug

Climate Studio

Job description

Perkins&Will in Chicago is seeking a Designer III to join our hybrid studio. You’ll contribute across multiple phases of architectural projects, from early concepts to construction documentation, applying strong design sensibilities and technical rigor.

You’ll use BIM and 2D/3D tools, research materials, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality outcomes while pursuing Living Design goals and professional accreditation.