Temporary Architectural Associate Jobs in Illinois

Your Opportunity

Stantec is seeking passionate architects and interior designers, working under the guidance of a Senior Designer and/or Architect. This is an intermediate level Architect and/or Designer role. You will be developing space plans, site plans, and design and construction documents based on client standards, including floor plans, reflected ceiling plans, finish plans, furniture plans, elevations, sections, and architectural details. Adaptation and development of non-standard details to meet the requirements of a specific space or project.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Validation of programmatic elements and information provided by client.
• Supports and participates with the team in development of schematic design and design development deliverables.
• Utilizes BIM technologies in development of three-dimensional models of buildings and their components.
• Performs on-site field verifications and measurements of existing buildings and spaces.
• Participates in design critiques and pin-ups.
• Interprets and applies building and zoning codes and requirements of other regulatory agencies to individual projects.
• Prepares and revises documentation in various architectural phases including floor plans, elevations, sections, and schedules, building elevations, building sections, and details.
• Coordinates and reviews building systems (structural, mechanical, electrical, etc.) to ensure compatibility with the design intent.
• Reviews shop drawings and submittals, responds to RFIs, performs punch walks, prepares site observation reports, and other contract administration tasks.
• Coordination of specs with construction documents.
• Assists in the evaluation and selection of building systems and materials.

Qualifications Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Basic knowledge and understanding of the design and construction documentation process.
• Basic knowledge of building construction systems means and methods, materials, and industry associated standards is expected.
• To engage in creative and critical thinking. To hand sketch and communicate concepts and ideas to others effectively.
• To interpret sketches, drawings, building program and other similar material. To communicate abstract ideas (verbal/written)
• Ability to conduct space planning, block planning, and adjacencies in coordination with building and client program.
• Basic knowledge and application of accessibility codes and applicable building codes.
• To develop floor plans, wall sections, and details.
• Basic understanding of all phases of architectural document production and the relationship between drawings and specifications.
• To check own work for accuracy and completeness and manage time to meet project budget and schedule.
• To participate and collaborate in a project team setting through all phases of design development and architectural document production.
• Requires understanding of Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam Revu, Revit, AutoCAD; Prefer experience with Adobe Creative Suite, Newforma, Rhino, SketchUP, Enscape (or similar 3D modeling software).

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture is required.
• Minimum 5 years professional experience preferred.
• LEED Green Associate or LEED AP preferred.
• Architecture licensure preferred but not required.

Benefits Summary

Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).

Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Pay Range

Locations in CO, HI, IL, MD and Various CA, NJ Areas - $79,000.00 - $114,500.00 Annually

Pay Transparency

In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part‑time roles will be pro‑rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Primary Location

United States | IL | Chicago

Travel

Yes

Schedule

Full time

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibits discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.