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Technical Designer IV

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CannonDesign

10d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Architecture & Urban Planning
    Design
  • Chicago

AI generated summary

  • You need a degree in Architecture, 8+ years of experience, strong communication skills, and proficiency in Revit and related software. Architectural registration and certifications are preferred.
  • You will design, coordinate, and detail projects, communicate updates, conduct site inspections, ensure quality, mentor team members, and lead meetings and initiatives.

Requirements

  • Bachelor or Master's degree in Architecture required. Bachelor or Master's degree in Architecture from an accredited program preferred.
  • Minimum 8 years of related professional experience required.
  • Architectural Registration in the United States preferred.
  • CDT and LEED accreditation preferred.
  • Knowledge of building codes and requirements.
  • Must be a critical thinker.
  • Must be highly analytical.
  • Must have strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Must be a fully qualified professional able to perform work with a high degree of latitude, with some ambiguity in work.
  • Technical knowledge, coordination skills and the ability to build a rapport with the project team is essential.
  • Proficiency with Revit, Enscape, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office, and Adobe Creative Suite required.

Responsibilities

  • Independently contribute design, production, coordination, and architectural detailing as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
  • Prepare design sketches of moderate to complex site plans.
  • Assist in coordination of engineering systems with engineers and consultants; actively partner with Design Leadership to carry through design intent; and coordinate with all other team members on project assignments and documents.
  • Communicate project status, design intent, construction updates, and other critical information in a clear and compelling way to the owner(s), consultants, and clients.
  • Perform field site inspections. Field site visits frequently require a physical walk-through of site.
  • Facilitate integration of performance-based and sustainable design strategies into design solution whenever possible.
  • Utilize CannonDesign Method using process expectations, best practices, reference standards, tools, templates, and technology to achieve competitive advantage, superior service delivery and quality, and enhanced team productivity and profitability.
  • Create a stimulating and rewarding environment that sets the tone for design and technical excellence.
  • Monitor the technical quality of the projects by enforcing the application of QA/QC process standards and requirements while ensuring that all statutory requirements for the project are achieved.
  • Supervise, monitor, train and direct work of interns and less experienced team members.
  • Take a leadership role within the project team.
  • Take a leadership role in team meetings.
  • May participate in marketing proposals.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

FAQs

What is the salary range for the Technical Designer IV position?

The salary range for this position is $88,600 to $110,700 annually.

What are the educational requirements for this position?

A Bachelor or Master's degree in Architecture is required, with a preference for degrees from an accredited program.

How many years of experience are needed for the Technical Designer IV role?

A minimum of 8 years of related professional experience is required.

Is architectural registration preferred for this position?

Yes, architectural registration in the United States is preferred.

What software proficiency is required for this role?

Proficiency with Revit, Enscape, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office, and Adobe Creative Suite is required.

Will I have the opportunity to mentor others in this position?

Yes, you will supervise, monitor, train, and direct the work of interns and less experienced team members.

What kind of design strategies should be integrated into my work?

You should facilitate the integration of performance-based and sustainable design strategies into your design solutions whenever possible.

Are there opportunities for professional development?

Yes, the firm provides a stimulating environment aimed at promoting design and technical excellence while also offering training and mentorship opportunities.

Is participation in marketing proposals a part of the job?

Yes, you may participate in marketing proposals as part of your responsibilities.

Does the firm have a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion?

Yes, CannonDesign is committed to ensuring an equitable workplace and advocates for equity, diversity, and inclusion efforts through various initiatives.

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CannonDesign

We design solutions that help people continuously flourish. Living-Centered Design is how we do it.

Fashion & Arts
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1945
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

As an integrated design firm, we do a lot of things. But at our core, we help people continuously flourish. We leverage the heart, passion and intelligence of our more than 1,000 creative thinkers to develop solutions for some of the greatest challenges facing our clients and society. Whether designing for equity in education, accessible healthcare, inclusive communities, new scientific discoveries or the “next big idea” in business, we partner with organizations to help them improve human life. We do this through a design approach we created called Living-Centered Design. Our approach realizes that to create a world where people continuously flourish, we must address the complex interdependencies that exist between people, businesses, communities, society and the environment.