Architect

DPR Construction • Illinois - Remote, IL

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About The Position

GPLA Structural Engineers and Builders, part of the DPR Family of Companies, is seeking a Lead Architect. At DPR, roles and responsibilities are more than describing a job title—they are a commitment to building great things together. The job description(s) below defines core responsibilities and the scope of the role and is a starting point. Every employee is expected to lead from where they are, take ownership of outcomes, and always act in the best interest of the team, customer, project and organization. As a purpose-driven organization on a journey to be most admired, we rely on trust, shared leadership, open communication, disciplined action and a deep respect for the individual to drive exceptional performance. Success is not just about what we build, but who we build and how we build it: with integrity, enjoyment, uniqueness and an ever-forward mindset. Leads the architectural design process for complex or multi-phase projects. Oversees design development, documentation, and coordination of architectural systems, ensuring alignment with client goals, codes, and DPR standards. Collaborates closely with engineers, contractors, and prefabrication teams to produce coordinated and manufacturable designs. Leads integration of DPR Self-Perform Work (SPW) and prefabrication products into project designs, leveraging Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) practices to support a coordinated, continuous model and data environment from design through fabrication and construction.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture or a related field, or equivalent experience required.
• 15+ years of experience in architectural design and coordination required, including experience leading project design efforts.
• Registered Architect (RA) license required.

Nice To Haves

• Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Accredited Professional (LEED AP) certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversees architectural scope from concept through construction documentation.
• Directs coordination among design disciplines to ensure integration of architectural and building system elements.
• Leads design review sessions to confirm compliance with project and regulatory requirements.
• Develops project-specific detailing standards and contributes to template and library updates.
• Provides technical guidance to architects and designers throughout project execution.
• Coordinates with manufacturing and construction teams to ensure designs support constructability and prefabrication.
• Contributes to continuous improvement of design workflows and processes.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior