Senior Technical Architect, Residential

NORR • Chicago, IL

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About The Position

The Senior Technical Architect applies and integrates technical detailing and material technologies to develop design solutions into concise construction document sets. The role analyzes design intent and produces efficient, effective technical design solutions in collaboration with the design team, appropriate to project context, budget, and aesthetic requirements. It applies knowledge of detailing, building materials, building codes, and construction technologies, collaborates with other professional disciplines, and may coordinate design through all project phases.

The position focuses on residential architecture within an employee-owned, integrated architecture and engineering company. NORR’s residential design approach supports smart growth and walkable neighborhoods through building wellness initiatives, carbon-reduction strategies, innovative construction technologies, and resilient infrastructure. The company describes its work as guided by design excellence, urban regeneration, inclusive context, and marketability.

NORR allows employees to choose where they work, remotely, from home, or from an office location. The hiring base salary range is $105,000–$140,000 annually; actual compensation depends on work location, education, experience, internal equity, and skills.

Requirements

• Successfully completed related post-secondary education.
• Registered 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.
• Ability to analyze and understand design intent to produce efficient and effective technical design solutions.

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 team technical skills and ensure their implementation on project work.
• Review design requirements, drawings, and schedules to ensure program and client requirements are met and 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 project solutions and coordinate design through project phases.

Benefits

• Employees can choose to work remotely, from home, or from an office location.
• Continuous learning and opportunities for professional growth.

What This Job Offers

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