Jr. Architect – Construction Full Time

Path Construction is seeking a qualified Jr. Architect to join our organization in the Chicago, IL area. We are a rapidly growing general contractor & design-build firm headquartered in Arlington Heights, IL, with additional offices in Scottsdale, AZ, and Charlotte, NC, with projects throughout the United States. The right candidate will have 1-6 years of experience.

Founded in 2008, Path Construction is a general contractor providing a vast array of construction services to multiple regions throughout the country. Our expertise is very diverse and includes experience on small and large projects of many different types, including but not limited to: healthcare, hospitality, higher education, multi-family, self-storage, senior living, transportation, water and waste treatment, convention centers, laboratories, and correctional. The main philosophy and strategy for the growth of our organization is to be on the cutting edge of all aspects of the construction process. Additionally, our unmatched customer satisfaction and, most importantly, the development and quality of our people drive our success.

For more about us, please visit our website at www.pathcc.com.

Duties:

• Assist in planning, developing, and executing technical documentation, which may include interpreting, organizing, and coordinating project team assignments
• Implementation and delivery of project designs
• Assist in the establishment of the budget, task schedule, and other components of the work plan
• Coordinate production of schematic, design development, and construction documents in collaboration with the Project Manager and/or Senior Project Architect
• Work with engineering consultants through schematic, design development, and construction document phases
• Perform construction administration duties (e.g., RFIs, RFPs, Change Orders, etc.)
• Participate in marketing efforts and may lead presentations to prospective clients

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Architecture

• 1-6 years of relevant professional experience in leading teams and preparation of conceptual, schematic, design development, and construction documents and materials

• Proficient in Revit & Autocad. Navisworks experience is a plus

• Experience in all phases and aspects of a project

• Well-developed knowledge of and experience with building codes, specifications, buildin,g and engineering systems

• Understanding of the project management process

• Ability to develop, communicate, and present design concepts to clients, multi-disciplinary teams, and management

• Effective verbal and written communication skills and excellent graphic presentation skills

• Proficiency in Revit, graphic design, and 3D modelling and visualization software

• Problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and motivation to grow and advance

• Strong organizational and time management skills

• Capable of handling multiple projects at the same time

Benefits

• Annual Salary Range: $50,000 – $80,000

• 401(k) Program
• Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Long-Term, and Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Company cellphone and computer
• Annual Bonus Plan