JOB OPPORTUNITIES
Come work with an expanding firm committed to social impact projects and high quality design. We are building a team of committed architects and designers who are passionate and have a strong sense of design and technical experience.
Civic Projects Architecture is a minority and female-led Chicago-based practice with a focus on high quality design, research-based strategic thinking, collaborative problem solving, construction administration, social, and environmental justice. We work with deeply committed clients looking to have an impact in their communities.
Our firm is a multi-disciplinary space with architects, designers, and non-architectural contributors. Civic Projects Architecture’s design process revolves around collaboration with a range of individuals including fabricators, researchers, and engagement specialists. Many of our projects focus on working with non-profit organizations and small businesses aiming to expand within our communities. We apply this collaborative community focused approach to a variety of project types such as museum and education center design, like for the National Museum of Mexican Art and the Obama Presidential Center Museum with Ralph Appelbaum Associates, or our $18M mixed-use building project on the South Side of Chicago. Other project types include educational buildings, not-for-profit institutions, retail spaces, multi-family and single-family residential rehabs and new construction.
We understand and deeply believe in each project’s potential to catalyze community activity, be environmentally responsible, and strengthen local bonds. We bring this mindset to all our projects, no matter the scale.
If you are looking for an environment to learn the business of architecture and grow into leadership positions this job is for you.
DESIGN TEAM MEMBER
We are seeking a talented Design Team Member (4+ years) to grow within the office. This person should be someone with strong technical and design skills. We are looking for enthusiasm and passion with an eye for quality and details. We support licensure and provide mentorship to our staff.
The firm provides health insurance (full coverage medical) and compensation commensurate with experience. The firm provides mentorship and opportunities for leadership and growth both within the firm and with professional organizations.
REQUIREMENT FOR APPLICANTS
At a minimum, the candidate shall have demonstrated experience as follows:
Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture is required
A minimum of 4 years of experience
Candidate is not required to be licensed
Have a high level of proficiency in AutoCad, REVIT, and 3D visualization softwares
Strong design and technical skills
Have an ability to put together a full set of drawings
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Be able to engage with a wide range of stakeholders and clients
Have a desire to be involved in firm growth and development
A desire to mentor team members to encourage a high level of design and work ethic
Experience working in teams
City of Chicago code and permitting knowledge is a plus
Have a knowledge of specifications and contract documentation
Employ quality assurance and quality control methods
Civic Projects Architecture, LLC is committed to making employment decisions without regard to an applicant’s race, color, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin or ethnicity, ancestry, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.