Senior Architect (Mission Critical)

Woolpert, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 118,200 - 147,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible paid time off

Career development opportunities

Health, life, vision, and dental insurance

Retirement plan

Fitness reimbursement

Job summary

Woolpert, Inc. is seeking a Senior Architect to join their Mission Critical practice, contributing to performance-driven designs for major technology clients. Located in Chicago, IL or New York City, NY, this role allows for remote opportunities for qualified candidates.

Applicants must possess a Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Architecture, proficiency in Autodesk Revit, and extensive experience on complex projects. Woolpert offers a flexible work schedule, paid time off, career development opportunities, and comprehensive insurance benefits.

Qualifications

• 18 years of direct experience is required.
• Registered or Licensed Architect in the U.S.
• Experience on complex projects is necessary.
• Commitment to staying informed on architectural technologies.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the overall design and execution of projects.
• Work directly with firm leaders and clients on challenging projects.
• Ensure that clients’ ambitious projects are realized to the highest standards.

Skills

Design skills

Problem-solving skills

Leadership skills

Verbal communication skills

Written communication skills

Graphic communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture

Master’s Degree in Architecture

Tools

Autodesk Revit

Microsoft Office Suite

Adobe Suite

Job description

We seek to move the world forward through innovative thinking.

Woolpert is an award‑winning, global leader in architecture, engineering, and geospatial services. We blend design excellence with cutting‑edge technology to deliver exceptional client value. Our team is passionate about their work and committed to building the next generation of industry leaders, and as a certified Great Place to Work, Woolpert embraces progress and innovation to create limitless opportunities for career growth.

Position Overview

Woolpert is an award‑winning global architectural practice, focused on performance‑driven, highly complex facilities for some of the world’s largest technology clients. We blend applied research, strategic thinking, and technology‑driven design methods, while seeking innovation that will define the future of our profession and drive solutions to the most complex design problems. We are seeking to hire a Senior Architect to join our Mission Critical practice within our Buildings Team. This position would be aligned with our offices located in Chicago, IL and New York City, NY. Remote working opportunities are an option for qualified out of state candidates.

We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants must already possess work authorization in the United States.

What You Will Do:

• Contribute to the overall design and execution of projects, from concept to completion.
• Work directly with our firm leaders and with our clients at some of the world’s largest technology companies on complex, challenging projects.
• Apply a blend of collaborative thinking, creativity, and technical proficiency to ensure that our clients’ ambitious multidisciplinary projects are realized to the highest standards.

What You Will Bring:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture with 18 years of direct experience is required.
• Master’s Degree in Architecture with 15 years of direct experience is preferred.
• Must be a Registered or Licensed Architect in the U.S.
• Must possess strong design, execution, and problem‑solving skills with experience on complex projects.
• Strong leadership skills, with experience working with multidisciplinary teams on technically challenging projects.
• Commitment to staying informed on the latest architectural technologies, materials, and sustainability practices.
• Proficiency in Autodesk Revit for project development and documentation.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Teams, etc.) as well as Adobe Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, etc.).
• Well‑developed organization and strong verbal, written, and graphic communication skills.

Benefits You Will Love:

• Freedom to Work program: Set your own schedule and location (as appropriate).
• Principal program: Earn the opportunity to become an owner of the firm.
• Flexible paid time off / vacation: Take time off when it makes sense for you and your team.
• Career development: Explore a wide range of learning and growth opportunities within and across industries.
• Health, life, vision, and dental insurance.
• Paid sick time, retirement plan, fitness reimbursement, pet insurance, identity protection, technology stipend, employee assistance program, and more.

Our projects are located throughout North America, and some travel is anticipated.

Pay Range

$118,200 – $147,800 USD

Woolpert is an equal‑opportunity employer.

Woolpert is committed to the full inclusion of all individuals. We recruit, train, compensate, and promote regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected statuss as required by applicable law. You may view more about EEO on our website.