Senior Technical Designer - Remote-Ready Retail Design Leader

NORR; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

NORR Architects Engineers Planners is seeking a Senior Designer to translate design intent into construction documents, collaborating with the design team and consultants to meet context, budget, and aesthetics.

The firm offers flexible working options including remote work and office locations, supports growth, and notes a base salary range of $90,000 to $125,000 annually; actual compensation depends on location, education, and experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in all phases of the project cycle.
• Proficiency with Revit and AutoCAD.
• Familiarity with MEP/Structural building systems and building codes.
• Post-secondary architectural education completed.
• Registration with a professional architectural association is an asset.
• 10+ years of project work experience.
• Experience in retail projects is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Develops technical designs and edits architectural drawings to ensure an exemplary solution is delivered that meets quality parameters, project timelines, and budgetary requirements.
• Performs design activities such as programming, code research, material and building systems research, laying out program components, and calculation of program and building areas.
• Evaluates site conditions and performs site surveys.
• Reviews project products, services, and shop drawings.
• Processes permit response letters and coordinates revisions with engineers and consultants to obtain necessary documentation and permits.
• Coordinates with contractor, sub-consultants, or relevant building authorities to address and document issues with constructability or owner concerns.

Skills

Revit

AutoCAD

Project lifecycle

Retail architecture

Education

Post-secondary education in architecture

Job description

NORR Architects Engineers Planners is seeking a Senior Designer to translate design intent into construction documents, collaborating with the design team and consultants to meet context, budget, and aesthetics.

The firm offers flexible working options including remote work and office locations, supports growth, and notes a base salary range of $90,000 to $125,000 annually; actual compensation depends on location, education, and experience.