Senior Project Architect — Hybrid, Lead Design & Delivery

NewGround

Chicago (IL)

Hybrid

USD 110,000 - 160,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Paid parental leave

Sabbatical program

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

NewGround, a leading design and delivery firm, seeks a Senior Project Architect to lead the preparation of architectural construction documents and coordinate with mechanical, electrical, and interior teams. You will oversee consultants, manage BIM, and drive project delivery from concept through construction in a collaborative studio environment.

The ideal candidate holds an architectural license, NCARB is preferred, and LEED AP credential is desirable, with 10 years of commercial architecture

Qualifications

Architectural License required
NCARB certification preferred
Multiple State Architectural Licenses preferred
10 years of professional experience in commercial architecture required
LEED AP credential preferred

Responsibilities

Prepare working drawings
Coordinate with the Design Architect on the design of the project
Coordinate with Project Executives, Marketing and Business Development on project delivery
Project design lead in client design meetings
Coordinate with local project AHJ’s
Prepare clarification of project development documents
Assist in preparation of Contract Change Orders
Assist checking shop drawings
Make field trips as necessary to verify information
Coordinate with engineering and specifications
Assist in the preparation in specifications
Be knowledgeable on application of building regulations to projects
Function as detailer to the extent necessary to complete projects on schedule and within budget
Perform all other related work, as assigned or as apparent
Assist Design Studio Head in mentoring junior staff