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    Designer - Architecture - Chicago, United States - Skidmore, Owings & Merrill LLP (SOM)

    Skidmore, Owings & Merrill LLP (SOM)
    Skidmore, Owings & Merrill LLP (SOM) Chicago, United States

    3 weeks ago

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    Description
    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. Together we can achieve great things.
    Success at SOM

    Means

    Ideas:
    We

    believe

    in

    a

    meritocracy

    of

    ideas.

    We

    look

    to

    everyone

    to

    actively

    contribute

    to

    the

    discourse in the firm.

    Knowledge:
    We believe that expertise is the result of lifelong learning. We are not expected to know everything, but rather to passionately pursue answers, develop new skills and deepen our

    knowledge.

    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.

    Each person can develop and contribute their wealth of attributes, skills and knowledge to support the overall health of the firm.


    Team:
    We

    value

    the

    power

    of

    interdisciplinary

    integration.

    A

    positive

    team

    culture

    in

    which

    everyone collaborates openly towards common goals is essential.

    Firm:
    We have a history of making transformative contributions to the profession and our communities. We are constantly innovating and attempting to bring new approaches, solutions and processes to our work.
    Position

    Responsibilities
    Actively leads 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.

    Creates and innovates with a strong conceptual design ability. Integrates interdisciplinary criteria to effectively move forward the design of distinct portions of projects.
    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 intermediate understanding of building materials, systems, specifications, codes, details and construction techniques. Is able to enrich design concepts through technical strategies. 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.

    Guides and teaches less experienced staff.
    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, contributes to a clear and consistent work plan to achieve the project budget, deliverables, and schedule.

    Actively engages in internal professional development opportunities.
    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 Qualifications
    Completion of a professional degree in Architecture or a related field.
    Minimum 4 years of professional experience or equivalent knowledge, skills and abilities.
    Professional licensure process is close to completion; LEED accreditation preferred.
    Strong verbal and written communication skills.
    Demonstrates proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, Rhino, parametric and rendering software, and Adobe Suite.
    Proficiency in Google Workspace.
    Compensation for this role is based upon experience, qualifications, location, and education and typically ranges from $70,000 to $83,000.
    Our Culture
    Our 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.

    Our

    DEI Action Plan

    was created to bring meaningful change to our profession, starting with our own culture and practices.
    Portfolios must be submitted for all design positions (Architecture, Interiors, Planning, etc).

    Applications without work samples will not be reviewed . Portfolios should be one PDF attachment, 10-20 pages, maximum 5 MB.

    Submit portfolios as part of your application in the section where the application asks you for your Resume or CV.

    About Us

    SOM consists of a diverse, interdisciplinary group of architects, engineers, planners, interior designers, and more. We hire talented people who are passionate about design and offer a rewarding career experience.

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