Architectural Designer

Job Description

Job Description

Sevan Multi-Site Solutions is a veteran-owned business that provides construction, program management, real estate & site development, and architecture & engineering services for restaurant, grocery, fuel and convenience store, retail, and government sectors nationwide. We work with leading brands like McDonald’s, Starbucks, Sprouts, and BP, to name a few. At Sevan, we provide the talent, technology, and trusted expertise needed to consistently deliver excellence in multi-site construction.

Sevan is nationally recognized for workplace culture, industry leadership, and safety. Recent honors include 12 consecutive years as a Great Place to Work®, placement on ENR's national Program and Construction Management rankings, recognition as one of America's Safest Companies for 2025, and the 2025 Platinum HIRE Vets Medallion Award.

Summary: The Architectural Designer is a member of the design studio to provide architectural services to Sevan's clients nationwide. A design professional, accountable for producing accurate design and construction documents for retail and/or restaurant (commercial) multi-site clients and supporting other team members in achieving team goals.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepares complete, accurate and code compliant construction documents.
• Performs assignments under direction and supervisory approval of others for all projects.
• Provides technical and creative design solutions that align with program intent.
• Applies client’s program requirements and design criteria to existing buildings and structures.
• Responsible for determining the appropriate building components and their design application.
• Responsible for maintaining project schedules, deadlines and commitments for small and medium-scope assignments of average difficulty.
• Notifies supervisor of changes in project scop and advises if a change order proposal is needed.
• Coordinates work with consultants, contractors, fabricators, specification writers, and regulatory agencies to meet overall project objectives.
• Possesses a working knowledge of building codes and ADA requirements.
• Conducts project due diligence with municipalities to determine local zoning and building code requirements.
• Accountable for resolving plan review comments from code officials.
• Assists the project liaison to code officials, outside consultants, suppliers, and contractors regarding questions to the construction documents.
• Adheres to CAD standards and follows assigned drafting protocol across all projects.
• Receives feedback and direction from others.
• Works with supervisor and peers to pursue professional development.
• Participates in NCARB’s Architectural Experience Program (AXP) Program.
• Accountable for timely completion of assigned projects.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently on simple to moderately difficult projects.
• Capable to prioritize and work on multiple projects at the same time.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree in Architecture, Engineering, or equivalent
• 3+ years related professional experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Comprehensive knowledge of architectural principles, practices, and advanced techniques.
• Expertise in drawings, specifications, and building materials.
• Capable of completing moderately difficult architectural assignments with minimal supervision.
• Ability to execute and coordinate multiple projects at a time.
• Experience in multi-site projects preferred.
• Successful employees work on multiple projects of various scope and duration, can quickly change direction to meet aggressive deadlines, and work with limited supervision.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD (required), Revit (preferred), Illustrator, Photoshop, SketchUp, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Smartsheet. 3ds Max is a plus.

Why Join Sevan?

At Sevan, we believe in creating a supportive and dynamic environment where your contributions truly matter. Here’s what you can expect as part of our team:

• Live Our Values: Join a company that values integrity, respect, teamwork, excellence, and charity. These principles are at the heart of everything we do.
• Champion Key Initiatives: Play a vital role in driving Sevan-wide initiatives like Safety and Sustainability, ensuring positive impacts for our people and the planet.
• Inspire and Lead: Help us bring our vision to life by embracing our commitment to Service, Talent, and Choices—you’ll have a voice in shaping the future.
• Set the Standard: Be a role model for professional behavior, fostering a workplace culture that motivates and inspires others.
• Grow With Us: Take charge of your personal and professional growth through hands-on experience, engaging training programs, and opportunities to mentor interns and co-ops.
• Support Development of Top Brands: Opportunity to work behind the scenes supporting efforts for industry leaders like McDonald’s, Starbucks, and 7-Eleven.

Pay & Benefits:

The anticipated compensation range for the position is $65,000 - $75,000 is based on a full-time schedule, market and business conditions, and is commensurate on individual education, qualifications, and experience. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances, flexible paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, and a matching 401K plan.

Work Conditions & Travel:

This is a hybrid role out of our Downers Grove, IL headquarters. A highly collaborative environment that flourishes when individual and team contributions combine to achieve target goals and objectives. The workplace is dynamic, fast-paced, and flexible. Able to work remotely in a home office setting and manage time effectively with multiple projects and deadlines. Travel on an as needed basis (0-10%). Regularly required to sit; occasionally required to stand; walk; occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds.

Sevan Multi-Site Solutions, Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, marital status, genetics, disability, pregnancy, veteran status or any other basis protected by law.