Architectural Staff Level II / Architect II

Valerio Dewalt Train
  • Chicago, Illinois
    13 days ago

    Job Description

    Architectural Staff Level II / Architect II
    Chicago, IL

    About Valerio Dewalt Train:
    For over 30 years, Valerio Dewalt Train has strived for design excellence across a multitude of disciplines. We work in a high energy environment, focused on producing award-winning design for prestigious and forward-thinking clientele. We enjoy the close-knit character of our company culture, and encourage our team to take ownership of making our firm an exciting and rewarding place to work.

    About the Architecture studio:
    As a team of designers, we believe in collective intelligence and we thrive through collaboration. Our studio is inclusive, bringing together designers, consultants, stakeholders, and users to build consensus and create visionary solutions. 

    Atypical, energetic and creative down to the bone—our people are passionate about design and fully believe in its potential as an agent of change. Outside of the office, you’ll find many of our staff pursuing other artistic endeavors that range from photography to beer-making and far beyond. We’re proud to have such a diverse and talented team.
     
    Who We’re Looking For:
    Much like the Windy City where we’re headquartered, our daily tasks and roles are often in flux. We’re looking for a self-starter who can collaborate with our various teams, and  contribute creative ideas and solutions. If you’re someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, is flexible, highly responsive, a team player and a good communicator, we’d love to hear from you. 
     
    Currently, we work in the office four days a week, with one day, Tuesday or Friday allowed for staff to work from home.
     
    Summary:
    Assist in preparing complete and accurate working plans and detailed drawings from rough or detailed sketches or notes by performing the following duties.
     
    Responsibilities:
    • Involvement with pre-design and programming phases of a project.
    • Overseeing the production of design documents.
    • Managing clients with multiple projects.
    • Maintaining relationships with clients to provide a high level of service.
    • Guiding and producing all document phases of a project, SD, DD, CD and CA.
    • Coordinating project consultant efforts.
    • Consults in the planning, design and coordination of large complex projects.
    • Responsible for technical design aspects of an assigned major project including investigation, evaluation and recommendations.
    • Provide technical guidance to less experienced staff.
    • Carries out complex or novel assignments requiring the development of new or improved techniques and procedures.
    • Knowledge of local building code is required.
    • Serving as the technical leader and project manager for significant development projects.  The ability to manage several simultaneous projects is a requirement, overlooking different project teams.
    • Establishing the initial project schedule and regular maintenance of project schedules. This activity includes the recommendation of appropriate staffing for each design activity.
    • Strong collaboration and organizational skills are a must.
    • Hands on approach and flexibility are a must.
    • Strong Project Management skills.
    Required Qualifications:
    • B.Arch or M.Arch from an accredited school of Architecture. 
    • 6 or more years of architecture practice experience (including at least 3 years of U.S. experience)
    • Strong design portfolio.
    • Strong experience with Revit .
    Other Requirements
    • U.S. Architectural License preferred
    • Knowledge of the City Building Code is preferred.
    • Other duties as assigned.
    This position is eligible for benefits. This includes Vacation and Personal Time Off, Health care benefits (health, vision, disability and life) for employees and dependents, 401k matching and transit benefits. AIA and State licensure costs are fully covered. For individuals still pursuing licensure, a study stipend and exam cost reimbursement is available.
     
     Annual salary range is $75,000 to $95,000, commensurate with experience.
     

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationChicago, Illinois
    Websitehttps://www.buildordie.com/careers

    Skills

    • Architectural Servicesunmatched
    • Building Codesunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Consultingunmatched
    • Customer Relationsunmatched
    • Design Documentunmatched
    • Design For Excellence (DFX)unmatched
    • Develop and Maintain Customersunmatched
    • Intelligence Gatheringunmatched
    • Multitaskingunmatched
    • Organizational Skillsunmatched
    • Procedure Developmentunmatched
    • Production Controlunmatched
    • Project Scheduleunmatched
    • Project/Program Coordinationunmatched
    • Project/Program Managementunmatched
    • Reimbursementunmatched
    • Sales Managementunmatched
    • Schedule Developmentunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • Technical Leadershipunmatched
    • Technical/Engineering Designunmatched
    • Work From Homeunmatched

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