Architectural Designer (Mission Critical)

At Woolpert, you’ll do work that matters.

As a leading global architecture, engineering, and geospatial firm, we help clients solve complex challenges that shape communities, strengthen critical infrastructure, advance technology, and improve the world around us. Here, you’ll collaborate across disciplines, tackle meaningful projects, and build a career defined by growth, opportunity, and impact.

Position Overview

Woolpert is an award-winning global architectural practice, focused on performance-driven, highly complex facilities for some of the world’s largest technology clients. We blend applied research, strategic thinking, and technology-driven design methods, while seeking innovation that will define the future of our profession and drive solutions to the most complex design problems. We are seeking to hire an Architectural Designer to join our Mission Critical practice within our Buildings Team for our Chicago, IL and New York, NY offices and offer a hybrid work schedule. #LI-AGT #LI-Hybrid

We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants must already possess work authorization in the country the job is located.

What You Will Do:

• Assists Project Architect in the preparation of construction documents and specifications using computer assisted design software and equipment.

• Assists in the preparation and production of presentation materials, models and material boards.

• Contribute to the preparation of project documentation, including design drawings, specifications, reports, and supporting materials.

• Support the coordination of design information with internal disciplines and external consultants.

• Participate in construction‑phase activities, including assisting with on‑site observations and documenting field conditions under supervision.

• Communicate clearly and professionally with project team members and, as appropriate, external stakeholders.

• Participates in firm-wide quality initiatives.

What You Will Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture and 1-2+ years related experience.

• Able to read, analyze and interpret general business documents, professional journals, technical procedures or governmental regulations.

• LEED accreditation preferred

• Must enjoy collaborating with a design team

• Proficient in AutoCAD, Revit, and other technical design software.

• Proficient with additional architectural or visualization software, (Rhinoceros, Adobe Creative Suite, etc.) as well as the Microsoft Office Suite

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and competing priorities in a collaborative, fast‑paced work environment

Benefits You Will Love

Certified as a Great Place to Work, Woolpert is one of the fastest-growing architecture, engineering, and geospatial companies in the world. With over 75 offices and countless projects around the globe, you’ll work on meaningful assignments that improve quality of life around the world. In addition to offering competitive pay, we provide employees with a robust set of unique benefits, including:

• Freedom to Work program: Set your own schedule and location (as appropriate).

• Principal program: Earn the opportunity to become an owner of the firm.

• Flexible paid time off/vacation: Take time off when it makes sense for you and your team.

• Career development: Explore a wide range of learning and growth opportunities within and across industries.

• Health, life, vision, and dental insurance: Cover all your medical bases.

• Paid sick time, retirement plan, fitness reimbursement, pet insurance, identity protection, technology stipend, employee assistance program, and more!

Base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Pay Range

$57,800—$72,200 USD

Find out more about what Woolpert has to offer here: Woolpert is an equal-opportunity employer. Woolpert is committed to the full inclusion of all individuals. We recruit, train, compensate, and promote regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law. You may view more about EEO on our website: Equal-Employment-Opportunity-The-Law.pdf and EEO is the Law Poster Supplement.

Applicants who require an accommodation throughout the application and interview process should request this in advance by contacting your Recruiter

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