Senior architecture architect

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. We value those who are passionate about excellence, innovation, integrity, inclusivity, and collaboration. Knowledge: We believe that expertise is the result of lifelong learning. Product: We strive for excellence in the concept, quality, and delivery of our work.Individual: We value individuals who bring the highest standards of professionalism and personal integrity in the way they work. Firm: We have a history of making transformative contributions to the profession and our communities. Position ResponsibilitiesActively leads a project or distinct portions of a project with periodic supervision by Project Leadership. Exhibits initiative, process innovation, problem solving, and decision quality with a high attention to precision and accuracy at an overall project level.Produces, coordinates and/or oversees presentation and contract deliverables such as diagrams, 3D models, drawings, renderings, physical models and animations.Effectively communicates internally with project teams and externally with consultants and clients through timely and appropriate written, oral, and visual means.Integrates interdisciplinary criteria to effectively move forward the design of distinct portions of large projects or entire projects of a small scale.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 advanced understanding of building materials, systems, specifications, codes, details and construction techniques. 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. Proactively checks and coordinates project documents (including but not limited to drawing set organization, details, dimensions, interdisciplinary coordination items, specifications coordination) for compliance with the project’s technical requirements.Leadership Responsibilities 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.In collaboration with team members, develops a clear and consistent work plan to achieve the project budget, deliverables, and schedule.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.Minimum QualificationsCompletion of a professional degree in Architecture or a related field.Demonstrates proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, Rhino, parametric and rendering software, and Adobe Suite.Proficiency in Google Workspace.Our Benefits:Health and Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life & accident insuranceSavings: 401K matching, pre-tax spending accounts, and employee discount programsWork/Life Balance: Inquire about our hybrid/flexible schedules, paid family leave, paid vacation, backup child and elder care, and an employee assistance programProfessional Development: Reimbursement for professional licenses, associated renewals, and exam fees as well as specialized in-house career developmentCompensation for this role is based upon experience, qualifications, location, and education and typically ranges from $78,000 to $95,000.Our CultureOur creative, interdisciplinary teams work like small, dynamic studios, with all the resources and diversity of a global firm.We believe an inclusive environment improves our teams, our firm, and our communities and are passionate about Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Visit this page to learn more about SOM's employment policy and how to apply offline: For more about SOM: Portfolios must be submitted for all design positions (Architecture, Interiors, Planning, etc).Applications without work samples will not be reviewed. Submit portfolios as part of your application in the section where the application asks you for your Resume or CV.SummaryLocation: ChicagoType: Full time