Experienced Architectural Designer

Perkins&Will • Chicago, IL

4d • $75,000 - $88,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Perkins&Will is seeking a Designer III to join its Chicago studio in a hybrid role. The Designer III contributes to architectural design teams across multiple project phases, from early design concepts and presentations through detailed documentation and coordination. The role calls for strong design sensibilities, technical capabilities, and a collaborative mindset, with increasing ownership of assigned work and opportunities to contribute to design quality and the firm's Living Design commitment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in architecture or a related discipline.
• Strong architectural design and technical documentation skills, including experience with BIM, building codes, life safety requirements, and construction documents.
• Advanced proficiency in Revit and 2D/3D architectural production software.
• Ability to develop and communicate design concepts through drawings, sketches, graphic storytelling, presentations, and visualization.
• Strong organizational, collaboration, and communication skills, including the ability to coordinate effectively with multidisciplinary project teams and consultants.
• Active involvement in the Architectural Experience Program (AXP) and preparation for the Architect Registration Examination (ARE).
• Commitment to obtaining LEED Green Associate accreditation within six months of hire and pursuing professional accreditation in an area of Living Design.

Nice To Haves

• Approximately 5–8 years of relevant architectural design experience, including design development, documentation, material research, and project coordination.
• Experience with Rhino, Grasshopper, Adobe Creative Cloud, InDesign, Photoshop, Enscape, V-Ray, Ladybug, Climate Studio, and physical modeling technologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop architectural design concepts and solutions responsive to project goals, client needs, and design objectives.
• Produce and coordinate architectural drawings and documentation through schematic design, design development, and construction document phases.
• Use BIM and 2D/3D modeling tools to communicate design ideas and support accurate, coordinated project deliverables.
• Research building products, materials, systems, and construction techniques to inform design decisions and documentation.
• Create design presentations, visualizations, graphics, and other materials for clients and project teams.
• Collaborate with architects, designers, consultants, and project partners to coordinate information and resolve design challenges.
• Review drawings and deliverables for accuracy, completeness, clarity, and consistency with project requirements and firm standards.
• Take ownership of assigned tasks while balancing creativity, quality, schedules, and project budgets, and communicate proactively with team members.
• Participate in design reviews, charrettes, and studio activities, sharing ideas and supporting colleagues' growth.

What This Job Offers

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