Som

Architect

Chicago

Sponsorship not specified$70k-$83kDetected 30 days ago

AutoCADLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationProblem SolvingMentoringRevit

About the role

We value those who are passionate about excellence, innovation, integrity, inclusivity, and collaboration.
Success at SOM Means - Ideas: We believe in a meritocracy of ideas.
We look to everyone to actively contribute to the discourse in the ﬁrm. - Knowledge: We believe that expertise is the result of lifelong learning.

Actively leads distinct portions of a project with periodic supervision by Project Leadership.
Creates and innovates with a strong conceptual design ability. Integrates interdisciplinary criteria to effectively move forward the design of distinct portions of projects.
Actively collaborates at a project, consultant team, and client team level by critically and constructively evaluating ideas. Contributes to and actively participates within the studio and office.
Demonstrates an intermediate understanding of building materials, systems, specifications, codes, details and construction techniques.
Able to enrich design concepts through technical strategies. Identifies and effectively uses appropriate tools to design and document at all project phases.
Manages time and workload of own work efforts and those of others to meet project task deadlines and commitments, with occasional interaction and direction from Project Leadership.
Inspires and leads others by example, participates in staff mentoring and training, clearly defines team member expectations and responsibilities, empowers others, and delegates where appropriate based on team members' recognized abilities and potential.
Our DEI Action Plan was created to bring meaningful change to our profession, starting with our own culture and practices.

Completion of a professional degree in Architecture or a related field.
Minimum 4 years of professional experience or equivalent knowledge, skills and abilities.
Demonstrates proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, Rhino, parametric and rendering software, and Adobe Suite.
Proficiency in Google Workspace.
Portfolios must be submitted for all design positions (Architecture, Interiors, Planning, etc).

Guides and teaches less experienced staff.
Actively engages in internal professional development opportunities.
Contributes to the implementation of sustainable strategies in all project assignments and the associated development of staff knowledge.
Contributes to the development of standards, policies, and procedures.
Protects SOM from financial and legal risk.

for this role is based upon experience, qualifications, location, and education and typically ranges from $70,000 to $83,000.

Health and Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life & accident insurance
Professional Development: Reimbursement for professional licenses, associated renewals, and exam fees as well as specialized in-house career development
We believe an inclusive environment improves our teams, our firm, and our communities and are passionate about Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
Work/Life Balance: Inquire about our hybrid/flexible schedules, paid family leave, paid vacation, backup child and elder care, and an employee assistance program
Compensation for this role is based upon experience, qualifications, location, and education and typically ranges from $70,000 to $83,000.

At SOM, we are a collective committed to shaping a better future for our clients, communities and planet.
We aspire to create the most sustainable, impactful work through creative, interdisciplinary teams with all the resources and diversity of a global ﬁrm.
Together we can achieve great things.
Success at SOM Means
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