Our
Farnsworth Group, Chicago office is growing, and we are looking for a highly motivated
Project Architect excited to help us grow in the municipal, commercial, and higher education markets. In this role, you will have the opportunity to market and manage multi-disciplinary teams for a wide range of project types. You will be a part of a rapidly growing office, while also working alongside and obtaining support from our strong national architectural team.
Posting Location: Chicago, IL
What You'll Do:- Understand all aspects of the design process and project complexities to proactively contribute to the overall success of the team while adhering to firm and project goals and standards of excellence in design, project management, execution and living design.
- Understand and respond to technical implications, design decisions and project financial goals.
- Coordinate project documentation development and the production of deliverable drawings and specifications.
- Manage project Quality Assurance and adherence with FGI standards
- Lead project coordination efforts among internal disciplines (architecture, interior design, landscape architecture, structural and MEP engineering) and with external consultants.
- Communicate with clients related to project technical matters.
- Administer project regulatory reviews (building code, accessibility, zoning) and coordination with, and submission to, authorities having jurisdiction.
- Lead construction contract administration responsibilities including: submittal review and response, RFI review and response, field observation and reporting and project closeout.
- Maintain awareness of evolving building technology and engineering systems relevant to project work.
- Contribute to project marketing pursuits, proposal preparation and interviews.
- Demonstrate strong and effective communication, decision making and collaboration, which inspires high team performance.
- Mentor junior staff through project work, technical guidance, and day-to-day support
What You'll Need:- Bachelor's Degree Architecture, from an accredited program, required; Masters preferred
- Registered Architect (NCARB preferred, but not required)
- 10+ years of work experience in architectural design and planning within core markets
- Demonstrated project management and supervisory experience
- Success in developing new clients and maintaining strong client relationships
- Proficient use of Revit a plus.
- Experience with Enscape, Lumion, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office preferred
- Exceptional interpersonal communication skills
- Excellent organization, coordination, leadership, team-building and managerial skills
Featured benefits and perks include:- 401(k) with 100% Company Match up to 5%
- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
- Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
- Short & Long-Term Disability
- Maternity and Paternity Leave
- Professional Development and Training
- Mentoring Program
- Paid Time Off
- Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements
- Pet Insurance Plan
- Hybrid Work Program
Farnsworth Group appreciates that flexibility and work-life balance are important aspects of the careers and lives of our employees. Our Hybrid Work Program offers employees a flexible work arrangement while contributing to the Company's culture and success.
Salary Range: $88,000-$115,000 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, as well as internal and external equity)
