Job Description
Are you a visionary architect ready to shape the Chicago skyline? Apex Design Studio is seeking a Senior Project Architect to lead our award-winning design team. In this role, you will champion high-profile commercial and mixed-use projects from initial concept through construction administration.
We offer a collaborative, cutting-edge studio environment where innovation is celebrated, alongside a premium compensation package and clear pathways to partnership.
Responsibilities
- Lead the architectural design and technical execution of complex, large-scale commercial and mixed-use projects.
- Coordinate and manage multidisciplinary consultant teams, including structural, MEP, and civil engineers.
- Serve as the primary client contact, translating stakeholder visions into exceptional physical spaces.
- Supervise, mentor, and inspire a growing team of junior and mid-level architects and designers.
- Oversee the preparation of detailed construction documents, specifications, and permit submittals in Revit.
- Conduct site visits and resolve complex design or construction issues during the construction administration phase.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture from an NAAB-accredited institution.
- Licensed Architect (RA) in the State of Illinois, or eligible for reciprocal licensure.
- 8+ years of professional experience in an architectural firm, with a strong portfolio of commercial projects.
- Advanced proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, and rendering software (e.g., Enscape, Lumion).
- Strong knowledge of Chicago building codes, zoning ordinances, and ADA requirements.
- LEED AP credential or a demonstrable commitment to sustainable design principles is highly preferred.