Junior Architect

rwedesignbuild • Downers Grove, IL

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About The Position

RWE Planning + Design is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Architect with 2–5 years of professional experience to join our growing team. This role is ideal for someone with a strong foundation in architectural design, documentation, and Revit who is eager to continue growing professionally while contributing to a variety of healthcare, tenant improvement, renovation, and ground-up construction projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture from an accredited program
• 2-5 years of professional architectural experience required
• Strong working knowledge of Revit required
• Experience producing construction documents and coordinating drawing sets
• Basic understanding of building codes, zoning requirements, and accessibility standards
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
• Desire to pursue (or continue pursuing) architectural licensure
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship

Nice To Haves

• Experience with healthcare industry standards and regulatory requirements

Responsibilities

• Assist the Design Lead in developing conceptual plans based on client goals, budget, and site conditions
• Perform initial building and zoning code reviews
• Research jurisdictional requirements and permitting processes
• Create sketches, renderings, and 3D models to communicate design ideas
• Coordinate with consultants and assist in preparing client deliverables
• Participate in space planning focused on functionality, accessibility, and workflow
• Develop and coordinate floor plans, elevations, sections, and construction details
• Utilize Revit to produce and coordinate project drawings
• Coordinate with engineering consultants and internal project teams
• Participate in design development meetings and client coordination
• Apply local building codes, zoning requirements, and accessibility standards
• Prepare permit and construction document sets with guidance from senior architects
• Gain experience with healthcare industry standards and regulatory requirements
• Participate in site visits, field verification, and construction coordination
• Collaborate with architects, consultants, interior designers, and contractors
• Participate in client meetings and presentations
• Utilize RWE software systems for project workflow, scheduling, and meeting documentation

Benefits

• Health/Dental/Vision insurance
• 401k with company match
• Long-term/short-term disability
• Life Insurance
• PTO
• Paid holidays

What This Job Offers

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