Architectural Professional I
Location
Chicago, IL | United States
Job description
Our mission is to implement high design projects that holistically embrace sustainable design principles while utilizing Wight’s unique Integrated Delivery Services. Wight is currently in search of an Architectural Professional I, with a strong professional drive, great passion and self-direction, to join our collaborative and engaging practice in the Darien or Chicago location.
Architectural Professional, level I, is an entry level position. This position requires a general understanding of design and technical aspects of projects, analytical and problem-solving skills and a passion for high quality design and collaborative process.
Responsibilities:
- Work under the supervision of one or more architects to assist in the development of an architectural project from pre-design phase through construction administration -Participate in the design process.
- Assist in preparing drawings for schematic design, design development, and contract documents including developing design sketches, renderings, models, graphics, details, sections, elevations and schedules.
- Perform markups or revisions to documents.
- Develop BIM model and draft 2D technical documents.
- Assist your team with programming and space planning to assess client and project needs.
- Assist in prepare rendering and presentation materials for client and office meetings.
- Compile data and perform design computations, assist in production of amendments, addenda, and bulletins.
- Perform onsite surveys of existing conditions and documenting field measurements.
- Research materials and building systems.
- Assist in collaborating across disciplines and departments to support well-coordinated and designed projects.
- Perform general office responsibilities (library and material upkeep, assist in developing project/BIM standards, assist, and participate in professional development programs, etc.).
- Participate in cross-discipline career development.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Architecture from an Accredited School.
- 0-2 years of relevant professional experience in preparation of conceptual, schematic, design development and construction documents and materials.
- Internship in an Architecture Firm preferred.
- General knowledge of architectural practice including site planning, civil, structural, mechanical, electrical engineering
- Ability to develop, communicate and present design concepts to their team.
- Good verbal and written communication skills and strong graphic presentation skills.
- Proficiency in Revit, graphic design, and 3D modelling and visualization software.
- Motivation to learn
- Good organizational and time management skills.
- Capable of handling multiple projects at the same time.
- Interest in completing ARE exams
Wight & Company offers excellent benefits and a wonderful work environment. For more information about our company, visit our website at www.wightco.com.
Wight & Company is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. Please view the following links for more information - EEO, EEO Supplement, and Pay Transparency.
Wight & Company values diversity in our workforce. We are committed to recruiting, hiring and promoting people with disabilities and who are veterans. If you need an accommodation to assist with completing the electronic application, please call us at 630.969.7000 and ask to speak with a Human Resources representative
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