Architect

Job Description

Salary: Based on Experience

Architect

The Architect is a key member of BLDD Architects’ Design team and is the engine of our practice. The Architect role is second only to the project manager in both responsibility for the work, as well as coordination of the project team. Our architects are challenged to solve design and functional problems from day one and are encouraged to focus their talents and passions to meet the needs of our teams, and the clients we serve.

Our teams are led by veteran architects and managers including the owners of the firm. Every current and past owner of BLDD, and most of our leaders began their journey as an Architect. Reporting to a Principal of the firm, the Architect will be teamed with other design professionals, firm leaders, and consultants on project teams in the delivery of exceptional architecture and a world class client experience. We promote a collaborative team approach to our service and encourage every team member to pair their talents and experiences to improve everything we do. New team members will learn from the best and will be encouraged to meet the dynamic challenge of creating and innovating for some of the finest school districts, colleges, religious institutions, and senior living experts in the country.

Primary Responsibilities

Plans, designs, and facilitates the execution of new building designs and/or building expansions, or renovations according to client’s needs, desires, and financial resources.

Identifies, through consultation, client’s preferences regarding materials, styles, colors, and other variables.

Assists clients in defining their priorities and visions in terms of needs vs. desires and prepares preliminary sketches or options.

Prepares and presents designs, specifications, estimated costs and proposed construction schedule.

Creates detailed plans integrating engineering, electrical, and HVAC considerations; presents plans to clients for review and approval.

Modifies new or existing plans as required.

Prepares scale drawings and contract requirements and submits for bids.

Collaborates with clients to select and award construction contracts.

Performs additional duties and responsibilities as requested or required.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or equivalent combination of education and experience required. Master’s degree preferred.

5-10 years’ experience in architecture or related field.

Day Travel within the regional Midwest - up to 10%.

Valid State Driver’s License required.

Licensed Architect in the State of IL and MO preferred.

Outstanding communication skills, both verbal and written.

Strong work ethic, energetic, optimistic, and positive attitude.

Attention to detail, with great organizational skills.

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Sheets & Docs, Adobe Acrobat and Bluebeam required.

Strong expertise in Revit, Lumion, Sketchup and other modeling software required.

Willingness to learn and desire to contribute to the team’s success.

Ability to juggle multiple priorities to meet deadlines.

ADA

Physical/Visual/Mental Demands: Position requires the ability to react, move about, install, remove and replace objects, exchange information verbally and in writing, detect and observe situations, requires the use of an automobile, lift and move up to 50 lbs., work with others, computer and phone system, near and far vision required, infrequently works with chemicals/toxins.

Typical Working Conditions: The person in this position will work inside with a flexible work schedule that allows for varying start and end times. BLDD’s unrelenting work ethic and ambitious performance standards ensure both productivity and flexibility for our staff. Regular attendance required.

Our Firm

We value hard-working, creative, and supportive team members that are looking for a rewarding and challenging career in a professional environment. Our teams are independent, and the culture is fun and relaxed. We promote hybrid and work from home with remote locations throughout the Midwest, and value self-motivated, intelligent, and driven individuals in all positions.

Our firm is a growing firm of over 65 professionals that create and deliver the most innovative educational, religious, and senior living facilities in the nation. We have experienced sustained and dramatic growth over the past 5 years and need more passionate and dynamic team players to meet the demands and possibilities now and in the future. Despite being over 95 years old as a firm, we have the agility and energy of a startup.

Benefits

Hybrid/Remote work environment (primary office locations in Central, IL; Chicago, IL and St. Louis, MO) – In office orientation preferred.

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k and company match

401k Profit-sharing

Employer Paid Life and AD&D Insurance - $25,000

Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Account

Voluntary Life Insurance, Short - Term Disability and Long-Term Disability

Professional licensure fees covered by the firm

Holidays and Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Salary Range commensurate with experience

Applications

Statistics show that women and underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for a position if they don’t meet 100% of the qualifications. If this statement resonates with you – don’t be so hard on yourself. Apply for the job!

BLDD Architects is an equal-opportunity employer.