We are a creative team of architecture, engineering and design professionals who serve both public and private sector clients. Together, we share one Core Purpose: To plan, design, and consult to create healthy and thriving communities. Our offices are full of genuine, fun, and down-to-earth people who believe in fostering an inclusive culture where all employees feel they belong. Loving where you work, who you’re working with, and what you’re working on is important to us, which is why we put our people first—they’re at the heart of everything we do. From professional growth and development support and opportunities to give back to your community, to flexible work schedules and competitive benefits, we have a genuine interest in the whole you. So, if you’re just as passionate about what you do as we are, then we’d love to hear from you!

Our Healthcare team of more than 200 architects, engineers, interior designers and planners helps clients move the needle where it matters most: patient safety, operational efficiency, technology integration, adaptability/resiliency, sustainability and the human experience. Helping create healthier communities for more than 50 years, we’ve designed over 8,000 projects for longstanding clients across the United States, and we invite you to join us!

We are seeking a full-time Senior Architectual Designer with experience working on large healthcare projects. This position will be located in the Chicago office.

Responsibilities:

• Analyze client problems and develop architectural solutions to those problems.
• Lead design team under direction of Project Manager.
• Provide design support under direction of design leadership.
• Perform work on all phases of various architectural projects including concepts/schematic design, design development, preparation of presentation drawings and specifications, design review, coordination, correlation of construction drawings, and construction administration.
• Prepare schematics, design development, and construction documents.
• Develop, modify, and review production drawings and edit project narratives and specifications.
• Research materials to determine the appropriate selection for the project.
• Plan, coordinate, and administer projects from the initial programming stages all the way through to construction administration.
• Coordinate with contractors, review submittals, support and/or lead field observations and agency reviews.
• Mentor younger staff and promote career growth and continuous improvement.
• Support the firmwide Quality program and provide quality control reviews to your projects as well as off-team reviews of other projects.
• Serve as the technical leader for the studio and promote expertise in delivery.
• Provide leadership in studio and firmwide initiatives.
• Support office community engagement through volunteering and participating in professional organizations.
• Support business development efforts.
• Promote Gresham Smith Core Values of commitment, integrity, respect and teamwork.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture. Architectural license is required to be obtained within 6 months of hire and shall be maintained.
• Minimum of 15 years of design experience is required. Strongly prefer healthcare facility design experience. 
• Demonstrated proficiency using AutoCAD, REVIT, Sketchup, BlueBeam and PhotoShop software is required. 
• Ability to interact professionally and comfortably with a variety of personalities and communication styles and build and maintain excellent interpersonal relationships. 
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word and Excel.
• Excellent time management skills.

* You must include a portfolio of work samples along with a resume/CV in your online application.

Gresham Smith is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Gresham Smith provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender, national origin, status as a protected veteran, disability or any other classification protected by law.

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