Senior Technical Architect, Residential

NORR • Chicago, IL

6d • $105,000 - $140,000

About The Position

The Senior Technical Architect applies and integrates technical detailing and material technologies to develop design solutions into concise construction documents. The role analyzes design intent and produces efficient, effective technical solutions suited to project context, budget, and aesthetic requirements. The architect collaborates with design teams and other professional disciplines, drawing on knowledge of detailing, building materials, building codes, and construction technologies, and may coordinate design through all project phases.

The role supports NORR’s residential work, including multi-family design focused on sustainable, affordable, and socially connected housing. The company describes its approach as incorporating building wellness initiatives, carbon-reduction strategies, innovative construction technologies, resilient infrastructure, design excellence, urban regeneration, inclusive context, and marketability. NORR offers employees flexibility to work remotely, from home, or from an office location.

The hiring base salary range is $105,000–$140,000 annually. Actual compensation depends on factors including work location, education, experience, internal equity, and skills.

Requirements

• Ability to analyze and understand design intent to produce efficient and effective technical design solutions.
• Successful completion of related post-secondary education.
• Registration with a relevant professional architectural association.
• Architectural design software skills, including Revit, AutoCAD, and other architectural design software.
• Familiarity with mechanical and electrical (M&E) and structural building systems and building codes.

Responsibilities

• Review reports and published documents, evaluating and analyzing information to understand broad project requirements.
• Work strategically with clients to determine project requirements.
• Share expert knowledge of current design techniques, building systems, design trends, and developments to improve the technical skills of the team and ensure they are implemented in project work.
• Review design requirements, drawings, and schedules to ensure program and client requirements are met and applicable codes and jurisdictional requirements are followed.
• Develop complex technical designs that deliver exemplary solutions meeting quality parameters, project timelines, and budget requirements.
• Collaborate with design team members and other professional disciplines to develop technical design solutions and coordinate design through project phases.

Benefits

• Flexible choice of work location, including remote work, working from home, or working from an office location.
• Opportunities for continuous learning, professional growth, and meaningful career development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed