Architectural Project Associate - Chicago Studio

Northworks Architects & Planners; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Northworks Architects & Planners in Chicago is seeking a Project Associate with 2–5 years of experience to join our Chicago studio in a full-time, in-office role.

You will assist in architectural design development, produce documents and renderings, participate in client meetings and design reviews, and collaborate with our national offices on projects across residential, commercial, and hospitality sectors.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of professional architecture or design experience.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture or Design.
• Proficiency in Revit is required.
• Experience with Enscape, Lumion, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Strong graphic communication skills to clearly express design ideas visually and verbally.
• Solid understanding of architectural detailing, construction methods, and documentation standards.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, managing multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Must be able to work full-time, in-person at our Chicago office.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development of architectural designs and documentation across all phases of design.
• Produce construction documents, presentation drawings, and renderings.
• Participate in client meetings, internal design reviews, and project planning sessions.
• Collaborate with Northworks studios across the country as part of a unified team.

Skills

Revit

Enscape

Lumion

SketchUp

Adobe CC

Graphic communication

Independent & team work

Education

Bachelor/Master in Arch

Tools

Enscape

Lumion

SketchUp

Adobe Creative Suite

Revit

Job description

Northworks Architects & Planners in Chicago is seeking a Project Associate with 2–5 years of experience to join our Chicago studio in a full-time, in-office role.

You will assist in architectural design development, produce documents and renderings, participate in client meetings and design reviews, and collaborate with our national offices on projects across residential, commercial, and hospitality sectors.