Design Architect

Archinect; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) contribution

Team events

Job summary

Archinect in Chicago is seeking a Design Architect to join their collaborative architectural design firm. The role involves managing design coordination and leading talented teams on diverse projects that shape the region.

Ideal candidates should have 7-10 years of experience, be licensed architects, and have proficiency in Revit. The position offers a hybrid work model, generous PTO, and competitive benefits.

Salary range is $90-100K+, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• 7-10+ years of architectural experience, including project management.
• Professional experience in Revit.
• Self-motivated team player.

Responsibilities

• Manage design coordination with Principal.
• Lead teams of architects and designers.
• Work on large-scale design projects.

Skills

Architectural experience

Project management

Revit

Written and verbal communication

Education

Licensed Architect

Job description

Overview

Role: Design Architect

We’re a Chicago-based, woman-owned, full-service architectural design firm and WE. ARE. GROWING! We are a collaborative team of architects, historians, and planners that provide services in three core practice areas: Architecture & Interior Design, Historic Preservation Architecture & Planning, and Transit & Infrastructure. We are excited to promote an open position for a Design Architect to bolster our Architecture & Interior Design Practice Area.

What does a Design Architect at JLK do? They manage design coordination with our Principal and lead teams of talented architects and designers on a variety of exciting projects shaping Chicago and the northeastern Illinois region. Projects are diverse and include large-scale new design and construction projects for interesting private and public clients, renovations of existing buildings, and public streetscape and placemaking design.

Minimum Qualifications

• 7-10+ years of architectural experience, including project management
• Licensed Architect
• Self-motivated team player who enjoys learning and takes pride in their work
• Professional experience in Revit
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Chicagoland-based (hybrid work arrangement)

Preferred Qualifications

• The Design Architect may also support projects in our Transit & Infrastructure and Historic Preservation Architecture & Planning practice areas, so additional experience in either area is also preferred.

Our Culture

We’re a lively, encouraging, and collaborative team with a strong emphasis on supporting each team member’s work/life balance. We actually deliver a vibrant, engaging, and enjoyable workplace.

Benefits & Perks

We offer generous compensation, a hybrid in-office/remote workplace, team/office events, generous PTO, health, dental, and vision insurance, contribution to 401(k), and the opportunity to work with a passionate group of peers. Ask us about the Soulbatical, too!

Salary: Mid- to Senior-Level: $90-100K+, commensurate with experience.

Application

Please send your resume, a brief introduction, and relevant work samples to [e-mail] with a cc to [e-mail] with “Open Design Architect Position Application - Last Name, First Name” as the subject line. No calls, please.