Senior Architectural Designer: Client-Facing & Visualization

CannonDesign; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 74,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Flexible spending accounts

401(k) plan

Employee perk programs

Job summary

CannonDesign is seeking a design-focused architect to contribute to multi-disciplinary project teams in Chicago or Pittsburgh. You will work under Licensed Architects, developing design concepts, preparing visualizations, and presenting ideas to clients.

The role requires strong portfolio, proficiency in Revit and visualization tools, and collaboration across disciplines. Office-based with potential for remote work options.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master degree in Architecture or related field (required).
• US architectural registration preferred.
• LEED accreditation preferred.
• Strong design portfolio is essential.
• Proficient with Revit, Bluebeam, MS Office and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Experience with 3D modeling tools like Rhino; familiarity with Enscape/Twinmotion/V-Ray.

Responsibilities

• Independently and with others contribute conceptual and full architectural design.
• Incorporate business and communication objectives in design solutions.
• Present design ideas to clients in meetings.
• Prepare client presentation materials (2D/3D visualizations).
• Design projects to meet budget and owner parameters.
• Collaborate with interior designers and typology experts.
• Mentor junior team members; support collaborative culture.
• Overtime and site visit obligations as needed.
• Perform other responsibilities as needed.

Skills

Portfolio-based design

Communication

Team collaboration

Presentation

Graphics

Organization

Revit

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Adobe Creative Suite

Rhino

Enscape

Twinmotion

V-Ray

Grasshopper

Dynamo

Education

Bachelor or Master degree in Architecture or related field

Architectural Registration in the United States (preferred)

LEED accreditation (preferred)

Tools

Revit

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Adobe Creative Suite

Rhino

Enscape

Twinmotion

V-Ray

Grasshopper

Dynamo

Job description

CannonDesign is seeking a design-focused architect to contribute to multi-disciplinary project teams in Chicago or Pittsburgh. You will work under Licensed Architects, developing design concepts, preparing visualizations, and presenting ideas to clients.

The role requires strong portfolio, proficiency in Revit and visualization tools, and collaboration across disciplines. Office-based with potential for remote work options.