Architectural Designer 1
Apply NowCompany: BLDD Architects, Inc.
Location: Hull, IL 62343
Description:
Architectural Designer
The Architectural Designer is a key member of BLDD Architects' project team and is the engine of our practice. As an Architectural Designer you will have the opportunity to join one of the nation's best design firms while creating every day and working alongside other design team members of the firm to hone your craft as the future of BLDD. Our Architectural Designers will follow the concept through to completion and learn to design at a deeper functional and aesthetic level. They will coordinate with the lead designer, lead Interior Designer and project team to maintain the spirit of the design throughout the project.
Our design team members 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 users and the clients we serve. The Architectural Designer will be teamed with other design professionals, firm leaders, and consultants on project teams in the delivery of world class client experience and exceptional architectural design. We promote a collaborative team approach to our service and encourage every team member to pair their talents and experience to improve everything we do. New team members will learn from the best and be encouraged to meet the dynamic encounters of creating and innovating for some of the finest schools, colleges, religious institutions, and senior living experts in the country.
Architectural Designer 1 - Primary Responsibilities
Plans, develops, and facilitates the execution of new building designs and/or building expansions, or renovations according to client's needs, desires, and financial resources.
Prepares preliminary sketches and scale drawings, encompassing the client's priorities in terms of needs vs. desires.
Creates detailed plans integrating engineering, electrical, and HVAC considerations; presents plans to internal team for review and approval.
Modifies new or existing plans as required.
Performs additional duties and responsibilities as requested or required.
Architectural Designer 2 - Additional Responsibilities
Prepares and presents designs, specifications, estimated costs, and proposed construction schedule to internal team.
With direction from Senior team members, incorporates client's preferences regarding materials, styles, colors, and other variables.
Architectural Designer 3 - Additional Responsibilities
Develops and creates building designs, based on client's needs and desires, and ensures execution of drawings and design ideas throughout the production life cycle.
Provides technical guidance to Design staff.
Architectural Designer Senior - Additional Responsibilities
Coordinates the client's needs and desires throughout the project life cycle with the internal team
Consults with the client on design aspects, specifications, estimated costs, and construction schedule.
Prepares contract requirements and submits for bids.
Assists the client in selecting and awarding construction contracts.
Qualifications
0-5 Years of experience in Architecture or related field.
Professional degree in architecture or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
Day Travel within the regional Midwest - up to 15%.
Valid State Driver's License required.
Pursuing Architectural licensure in the State of Missouri and/or Illinois 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.
Work is of a creative nature, requires independent judgment and discretion, and is intellectual and varied to where the output cannot be standardized with regard to time.
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 Architectural Designer 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 flexible schedules, and value self-motivated, intelligent, and driven individuals in all positions.
Our firm is a growing firm of over 60 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 96 years old as a firm, we have the agility and energy of a startup.
Benefits
Applications
Please submit resumes and cover letters to [redacted]. 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.
The Architectural Designer is a key member of BLDD Architects' project team and is the engine of our practice. As an Architectural Designer you will have the opportunity to join one of the nation's best design firms while creating every day and working alongside other design team members of the firm to hone your craft as the future of BLDD. Our Architectural Designers will follow the concept through to completion and learn to design at a deeper functional and aesthetic level. They will coordinate with the lead designer, lead Interior Designer and project team to maintain the spirit of the design throughout the project.
Our design team members 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 users and the clients we serve. The Architectural Designer will be teamed with other design professionals, firm leaders, and consultants on project teams in the delivery of world class client experience and exceptional architectural design. We promote a collaborative team approach to our service and encourage every team member to pair their talents and experience to improve everything we do. New team members will learn from the best and be encouraged to meet the dynamic encounters of creating and innovating for some of the finest schools, colleges, religious institutions, and senior living experts in the country.
Architectural Designer 1 - Primary Responsibilities
Plans, develops, and facilitates the execution of new building designs and/or building expansions, or renovations according to client's needs, desires, and financial resources.
Prepares preliminary sketches and scale drawings, encompassing the client's priorities in terms of needs vs. desires.
Creates detailed plans integrating engineering, electrical, and HVAC considerations; presents plans to internal team for review and approval.
Modifies new or existing plans as required.
Performs additional duties and responsibilities as requested or required.
Architectural Designer 2 - Additional Responsibilities
Prepares and presents designs, specifications, estimated costs, and proposed construction schedule to internal team.
With direction from Senior team members, incorporates client's preferences regarding materials, styles, colors, and other variables.
Architectural Designer 3 - Additional Responsibilities
Develops and creates building designs, based on client's needs and desires, and ensures execution of drawings and design ideas throughout the production life cycle.
Provides technical guidance to Design staff.
Architectural Designer Senior - Additional Responsibilities
Coordinates the client's needs and desires throughout the project life cycle with the internal team
Consults with the client on design aspects, specifications, estimated costs, and construction schedule.
Prepares contract requirements and submits for bids.
Assists the client in selecting and awarding construction contracts.
Qualifications
0-5 Years of experience in Architecture or related field.
Professional degree in architecture or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
Day Travel within the regional Midwest - up to 15%.
Valid State Driver's License required.
Pursuing Architectural licensure in the State of Missouri and/or Illinois 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.
Work is of a creative nature, requires independent judgment and discretion, and is intellectual and varied to where the output cannot be standardized with regard to time.
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 Architectural Designer 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 flexible schedules, and value self-motivated, intelligent, and driven individuals in all positions.
Our firm is a growing firm of over 60 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 96 years old as a firm, we have the agility and energy of a startup.
Benefits
- Office Locations: (Central, IL; Chicago, IL; STL, MO)
- Health insurance - Majority of Single Coverage paid by BLDD
- Dental & Vision insurance
- 401k and company match and Profit-sharing
- Employer Paid Life Insurance
- Voluntary Life Insurance, short - term disability and long-term disability
- Voluntary Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
- Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Account
- Employee Assistance Program - Paid by BLDD
- Transit Benefit (Chicago)
- Holidays and Paid Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave
- Salary Range: $62,000 - $101,000
Applications
Please submit resumes and cover letters to [redacted]. 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.