Senior Associate, Senior Architect

Global Infrastructure • Chicago, IL

3d • $108,000 - $162,000

About The Position

Introba is seeking a Senior Associate, Senior Architect, in our Chicago, IL location. This position will provide architectural design and construction administration services from initial project inception through completion. Also, previous mentoring or supporting the Architectural Department Lead would be preferred as this position has potential Career Advancement opportunities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (BA) in Architecture from an accredited college or university.
• 15+ years' experience and/or training.
• Registration required.
• Proficient to advanced skills in Revit (current version 2025) and Intermediate AutoCAD skills.
• Understanding into the development of specifications utilizing MasterSpec format and will be trained to learn SpecsIntact (UFGS) specification writing.
• Understanding of report writing and design analysis narratives.
• Editing of PDF documents in Bluebeam is desired and general support software skills include Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft OneDrive, Microsoft Construct (BIM 360), and Microsoft Teams.
• Experience in Federal Projects requiring UFGS criteria.

Nice To Haves

• Enscape or similar 3D modeling software experience is a plus.
• Well-rounded professions with exposure to health and medical facility design (not required but desired).
• Broad exposure to a variety of building types - construction, and project delivery methods.

Responsibilities

• Research, plans, designs, and administers building projects for clients, applying knowledge of design, construction procedures, building codes and materials.
• Performs field investigations and evaluations at existing buildings to document existing field conditions; and prepares drawings of existing conditions.
• Consults with client to determine functional and spatial requirements for new structure or renovation, and summarize information regarding design, specifications, color, equipment, furnishings, estimated costs and construction time.
• Develops building and site designs including the evaluation of alternative building materials, building systems and equipment together with other considerations based on program, budget, and aesthetics.
• Presents and explains design of the project to client and other team representatives.
• Coordinates all components that will comprise the building project including site, interiors, structural and MEPFP disciplines and integrates these elements into a unified design.
• Produces and coordinates drawings, specifications, reports, cost estimates and other documents during the design process in accordance with established quality standards.
• Coordinates and prepares submittals at appropriate intervals during the design process for submission and review with the client.
• Assists the client in filing documents for government approvals and permits along with obtaining competitive bids or negotiated proposals.
• Takes an active role during construction administration to represent, advise and consult with the client.
• Assists the Owner in the organized close-out of the project including final site observation and development of punch list; certificate of completion; coordination and preparation of record drawings and other closeout documents.
• Maintains an organized project file documenting the entire design and construction process.
• Provides Introba services and administers projects as Introba’s primary single source contact from initial project inception through completion.
• Plans, directs, and coordinates project activities to ensure that the goals and objectives of the project are accomplished within prescribed time frame and funding parameters by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate supervisors.
• Assists market niche leaders in pursuing potential project opportunities and presenting Introba qualifications to prospective clients and develops and presents proposals for Introba’s services including determination of project understanding; summary of services; deliverables; schedule and fee.
• Administers the agreement between the client and Introba and periodically reviews the document to assure that client and Introba are fulfilling respective obligations and establishes a work plan and staffing needs for each project phase and arranges for recruitment or assignment of appropriate personnel and consultants as required.
• Prepares, monitors, and periodically updates project schedule identifying milestone project dates for the entire team and maintains a good working relationship with all members of the project team, confers with them and assures that proper communication and documentation are taking place.
• Oversees production of drawings, specifications, reports, cost estimates and other documents and assures that quality standards are maintained and mentors assigned workforce aiding in career development and skill development.
• Assures coordination is taking place (during all project phases) between in-house disciplines, consultants, client, client’s consultants, and contractors and monitors budgets to track the hours as assigned to the project.
• Takes appropriate corrective measures to prevent budget overruns.
• Notifies the Project Manager if additional fees for changes in services are required as appropriate, relative to the original scope of the project.
• Oversees the construction procurement process including assisting the client in establishing list of bidders; obtaining competitive bids; evaluating bids; and working with the Project Manager in preparing contracts for construction - along with overseeing the proper close- out for the project and represents, advises, and consults with the client during construction administration.

Benefits

• Introba offers a comprehensive total rewards package.
• Our benefits may include medical, disability and life insurance coverage, continuing education benefits, paid time off, employee assistance program and a retirement savings plan with company matching contributions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level