Mid-Level Architect/Designer

Wendel is a nationally recognized innovative Architecture, Engineering, Energy Efficiency, and Construction Management firm that collaborates with private and public entities to holistically approach facility and infrastructure projects. Our clients benefit from our full-service capability that allows us to tackle technically complex projects with our own in-house experts. With multiple regional offices, Wendel presents the opportunity to work on an exciting variety of projects with a collaborative team approach. If you are looking to make a real impact, to challenge the status quo, and develop and implement solutions with real results, then Wendel is the place for you!

We are seeking an enthusiastic Mid-Level Architect/Designer with 6 - 14 years’ experience, who thrives in a fast-paced and team-focused working environment. Employees of all levels are involved in every aspect of design from concept through construction. The ideal candidate is seeking advancement in their career and welcomes this opportunity to leverage Wendel’s established presence in the northeast region and grow our regional offices. This position is open in our Minneapolis MN, and Eau Claire, WI offices.

Responsibilities

• Ability to work autonomously to complete Design, Documentation and Construction Administration tasks on smaller projects, utilizing staff support as needed. Tasks include the preparation of drawings and specifications, field verification/assessment, making recommendations and writing reports.
• For larger projects of greater complexity, leads and supervises the work of a team, mentoring and guiding junior-level staff throughout the process. Coordinates closely with Project Technical Leads/PMs as required, to meet overarching project objectives.
• Strong design, detailing, technical skills and a comprehensive understanding of architectural specifications, International Building Codes, Life Safety Code and ADA requirements. Ability to develop envelope and code strategies that meet schedule and budget objectives, working autonomously or with Project Technical Leads.
• Conducts technical and design presentations to clients, agencies and stakeholders.
• Coordinates regularly with engineers, consultants and extended teams to ensure full coordination and timely delivery of all aspects of project. Able to coordinate directly with clients and stakeholders.
• Coordinates with Project Technical Leads/PMs regarding project planning and staffing. Maintains understanding of project profitability and contract scope and identifies potential scope creep.
• Actively sells other services to existing clients and supports regional Business Development in a variety of market sectors and may assist in proposals and fee evaluations.
  
  

Qualifications

• Licensed and non-licensed candidates that meet these criteria will be considered.
• Professional degree in Architecture and 6 years minimum related work experience.
• Exceptional communication and organizational skills and success working within a team.
• Schedule-driven, ability to plan work of team to meet deliverables.
• Ability to identify issues, research/assess options and problem solve independently.
• Knowledge of REVIT, Bluebeam, Procore and cloud-based Spec Writing software.
• Ability to travel 10% of the time.
  
  

What We Offer

• Employee-focused company culture and work environment.
• Work-life balance including:
• Hybrid work policy
• Flexible work
• Great benefits including:
• Medical, dental, and vision
• 401k match
• PTO
• Life insurance
• HSA and FSA options.
• Career advancement opportunities with Career and Professional Development.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Parking reimbursement.
• Wellness programs and health stipend.
  

Salary Range: $71,000 - $110,000

Wendel is committed to providing fair, competitive, and market-informed compensation. The salary offered will be determined based the successful candidates’ relevant education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The salary offered will also take into consideration regional adjustment factors.

Hear from Our Team: We asked our employees to share what they love most about working at Wendel, and the overwhelming response was that everyone loves working in an environment where the team has each other’s backs. They also liked our flexible, hybrid work policy. With nationwide project and office locations, Wendel presents the opportunity to work on an exciting variety of projects with a diverse group of clients. They said they like our respect-based and team-oriented culture, and our transparent communication philosophy.

Helping our employees reach their professional goals is important to us, and we take pride in providing a variety of professional development opportunities. We utilize an annual career development process, for every employee that ensures career mobility, growth, and company ownership potential.

Don’t meet every single requirement? We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Wendel is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer and provides a drug-free workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other basis prohibited by law. We are a VEVRAA federal contractor and request priority referrals of protected veterans.