Mid-Level Architectural Staff

Full-Time
Mid-Level
$65,000 - $85,000
Chicago,
IL,
USA
Hybrid

About the Job

Full-Time
Mid-Level
$65,000 - $85,000
Chicago, IL, USA
  • 4-8 years experience
  • Working toward Licensure preferred but not required
  • Bachelors degree in architecture from an accredited program
  • Proficient in Revit & AutoCad

Project Manager:

Has full responsibility for managing all aspects of multiple small to midsize projects and/or clients. Prepares strategic plans for project success. Responsible for the coordination of all project efforts, administrative and technical, to ensure the most efficient and cost-effective execution of assigned projects. Serves as the primary client liaison to bring the schedule, budgets, and scope of work to completion and to the client’s satisfaction. Actively manages client budgets, schedules, and programs; project communications and documentation; office administrative tasks; and project team assignments. Estimates fees, determines scope of work, and prepares proposals and contracts. Takes initiative to learn new architectural skills. Holds responsibility for finished plans, specifications, or approval of materials and construction. May supervise a small staff of designers and technicians. Applies sound and diverse knowledge of architecture principles and practices in broad array of assignments and related fields. Acts independently regarding architectural methods and complexities.

Applicant Requirements

Key Technical Skills:

  • Strong skills with AutoCad, Revit, MS office, and Adobe Suites
  • Sketchup, Enscape, Lumion experience a plus
  • Good understanding of zoning and building codes
  • Good understanding of the architects’ scope of services
  • Knowledge of basic design detailing
  • Ability to effectively communicate with municipal officials, clients and contractors
  • Ability to coordinate a complete construction drawing set

Key Personal Traits:

  • Training of less experienced staff
  • Effective written and oral communicator
  • Team oriented
  • Self-starter
  • Accountability mindset for self
  • Highly organized
  • Management Ability:
  • Effective liaison for client
  • Leadership experience and skills

Benefits: 

  • Continuing Education Support and Architecture Licensure Support
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Life Insurance
  • Additional Long Term & Short-Term Disability
  • 401K & 100% match up to 4%
  • Paid Sick + PTO

Salary:

$65,000 - $85,000

Date Posted:

08.11.26
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About the Company

DXU is a full-service Architecture and Design firm with offices around the United States. We specialize in commercial architecture, concept development, and interior design. We manage our projects from start to finish. Our clientele includes retailers, franchises, restaurants, medical offices, and hotels. Our projects range from local businesses to national and international enterprises.​ DXU is a solutions-based firm. With our extensive expertise and team-oriented approach, we create successful outcomes.

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