Som

Intermediate Designer - Architecture

Chicago · Mid

Sponsorship not specified$63k-$72kDetected 30 days ago

Project ManagementAutoCADCommunicationProblem SolvingRevit

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.

Creates and innovates with a strong conceptual design ability. Integrates interdisciplinary criteria to effectively move forward the design of a portion of a project.
Actively collaborates at a project team level by critically and constructively evaluating ideas.
Demonstrates an intermediate understanding of building materials, systems, speciﬁcations, codes, details and construction techniques.
Is able to enrich design concepts through technical strategies.
Effectively uses appropriate tools to design and document at all project phases.
Manages time and workload to meet project task deadlines and commitments with regular interaction and direction from Project Leadership. Shares knowledge with less experienced staff.
SOM, one of the most influential design firms in the world, is seeking innovative, creative, independent, and critical thinkers who aspire to the highest standards of excellence.
Join our collaborative design practice as an Intermediate Designer - Architecture for the opportunity to build a strong and thriving career.
We aspire to create the most sustainable, impactful work through creative, interdisciplinary teams with all the resources and diversity of a global ﬁrm.
Our DEI Action Plan was created to bring meaningful change to our profession, starting with our own culture and practices.

Portfolios must be submitted for all design and project management positions (Architecture, Interiors, City Design, Graphics, etc).
Proficiency in Google Workspace.

Contributes to the development of distinct portions of a project with regular supervision by Project Leadership.
Exhibits initiative, process innovation, problem solving, and decision quality with a high attention to precision and accuracy at a task-speciﬁc level.
Produces and coordinates presentation and contract deliverables such as diagrams, 3D models, drawings, renderings, physical models and animations.
Effectively communicates internally through timely and appropriate written, oral, and visual means.
Shares knowledge with less experienced staff.
Completion of a professional degree in Architecture or a related ﬁeld.
Minimum 2 years of professional experience or equivalent knowledge, skills and abilities.
Professional licensure process is in progress

for this role is based upon experience, qualifications, location, and education and typically ranges from $63,000 to $72,000.

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 $63,000 to $72,000.

At SOM, we are a collective committed to shaping a better future for our clients, communities and planet.
We are proud to be an

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