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    Senior Designer - Chicago, United States - KTGY Group, Inc.

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    KTGY

    Founded in 1991, KTGY is a Great Places to Work certified design firm focused on architecture, branding, interiors, and planning specializing in residential, retail, hospitality, and mixed-use environments. Our firm and our work are guided by a continuous focus on innovation, creativity, collaboration, and a deep responsibility we feel towards enhancing communities and neighborhoods. Our architects, designers, and planners combine big picture opportunities, leading-edge sustainable practices, and impeccable design standards to create memorable destinations of enduring value.

    Role Overview

    Want to design award-winning multi-family / mixed -use projects? KTGY is looking for senior design team members to collaborate on the many exciting residential projects in the KTGY Chicago Studio. You will work with clients, KTGY staff / committees and outside agencies.

    As a senior designer, you will manage the project design and lead/ collaborate with others to ensure high quality, on-time deliverables. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience over their career on past residential projects and have been responsible for generating project designs. You would continuously lead/ work on several projects and be responsible for the creative / innovative standards of quality found at KTGY. You must show effective time management skills and full awareness of the impact you have on the project budget and timeline. If you're a talented and creative designer with leadership experience, then this is the role for you.

    Key Job Functions

    • Collaborate with Studio managers on the development of project design solutions.
    • Strong communication skills to elaborate concept designs and project opportunities.
    • Lead project coordination efforts with clients and consultant team.
    • Author design concepts and lead their development through schematic design, design development and construction documentation.
    • Manage several projects simultaneously while taking time to direct and mentor junior staff.
    • Assist in technical aspects to ensure design integrity.
    • Act as a point of contact for clients, outside agencies during the design phases of the project.
    • Perform preliminary code analysis. Research new code and zoning regulations as necessary.
    • Compile and submit projects to city planning departments.
    • Attend public hearings and agency meetings if necessary.
    • Review and participate in project billings.
    • Consistently verify accuracy of own work and the work of others.
    • Contribute to budget and scheduling review meetings.

    Required Skills and Abilities

    • Ability to utilize Revit during the early design phases of projects.
    • Accurate and detail oriented.
    • Ability to research and apply building codes and zoning ordinances to concept designs.
    • Ability to work on multiple projects and maintain effective communication and quality control.
    • Demonstrated ability to plan, schedule, direct work of self and others.
    • Intermediate to advanced proficiency using the following software:
      • Revit (required)
      • AutoCAD
      • SketchUp
      • Adobe Suite
      • MS Office

    Required Experience and Education

    • Minimum of 5 years industry experience.
    • 4-year Architectural degree preferred and/or combination of required education and experience.
    • Previous lead design experience of multi-family residential projects or demonstration of similar design experience.

    As Part of the Team, You'll Enjoy:

    • Company paid medical, dental and vision coverage with buy-up options, basic life and AD&D upon enrollment day one
    • 401k match with full vesting upon enrollment
    • Professional Development Programs including continued education reimbursement and bonus' on certain licenses
    • Hybrid work schedule option flexibility
    • PTO, and an Alternative Work Week option
    • Wellness benefits and gym membership discounts
    • Access to mental health and coaching resources
    • Being part of a team that is passionate about supporting the success of our employees

    To learn more about our work, visit our website and follow us on Instagram @ktgygroup.


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