Senior Project Architect – Government

This role is located in Chicago, IL

Job Description

BKV Group seeks a talented Senior Project Architect with 10-20 years’ related Government (Fire Station/EMS, Law Enforcement, Justice, City Halls, Public Works, Education, Library) project experience to join our team. The ideal candidate has architectural experience in all phases of project design and documentation.

  • Work closely with the Partner in Charge and Project Manager to support the design and technical tasks for small to mid-scale projects.
  • Implement code review requirements and respective documents to obtain review and approval of the plans for code compliance.
  • Plan the layout of projects, and coordinate and integrate engineering elements into a unified design for client review and approval.
  • Prepare scale drawings and contract documents utilizing Revit for deliverable packages to Contractors, Clients and Authorities having jurisdiction.
  • Participate in periodic on-site observation of work during construction to monitor compliance with documents.
  • Implement technical reviews as part of the production process.
  • Prioritize and concurrently serve multiple projects.
  • Maintain effective communication with project team members.

Qualifications

  • Professional degree in architecture and licensure required.
  • Proficiency with Revit required; basic knowledge of BIM 360 and Microsoft Office programs.
  • Must have the ability to communicate effectively and work efficiently with team members.
  • Certification or experience in sustainable building design a plus.

BKV Group has a 45+year history of design excellence, winning more than 190 regional and national awards to date. We are passionate about how innovation and creative design can shape communities for the better – enhancing the economic, aesthetic, social, and environmental context. As a holistic national design firm, we bring a full complement of architecture, interior design, urban design, engineering, landscape architecture, and construction administration services together to collaborate from project kick-off to closeout. The diverse perspectives formed from this collaboration help us make better design decisions and are the keys to our success. We value being open, honest, genuine, and thoughtful with each other, our clients, community stakeholders, and consultants.

With excellent benefits, competitive salaries, a hybrid work schedule, and continuous opportunities for growth, we give you the tools to achieve your goals. We believe in a collegial, engaging, opportunistic, and fun working environment and are always interested in connecting with talented individuals who share our passion for enriching lives and strengthening communities. Sound like a fit? We want to hear from you!

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BKV Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

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