Sr. Architectural Designer

Overview:

Core States Group is dedicated to creating a world where all environments improve everyday life. Through its signature integrated approach, the company’s divisions deliver architecture, interior design, landscape architecture, engineering, program management, construction, energy, signage and branded environments, and technology solutions. With 18 offices throughout the United States and Canada, Core States Group designs, builds, and manages build to suit projects and multi-site programs across North America in the corporate, education, energy, financial, fueling, hospitality, housing for aging, multi-unit, restaurants, and retail markets. Core States Group’s ability to provide seamless continuity, drive speed to market, and facilitate a remarkable client experience has been recognized on top lists throughout the industry. For more information, visit www.core-states.com.

Summary of Position:

The Sr. Project Designer is responsible for designing and drafting architectural projects under the guidance of Project Architects/Project Managers. As part of a multi-disciplined firm, you will be coordinating with MEP, Site/Civil, and Structural Engineers, as well as Construction Project Managers. You will be responsible for the production of architectural construction documents while adhering to client requirements, code requirements and site adjustments.

Who you are:

You are organized and maintain project files. You keep strong documentation. You can demonstrate an understanding of basis of design and of codes. You align with our Core Values of: Integrity, Service, Excellence, Innovation, Inclusion.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct site feasibility research and site visit investigations. Generate reports and recommendations based on findings.
• Coordinate with sub-consultants.
• Assist in maintaining task budgets.
• Coordinate and assist with addendums, RFIs, and change orders.
• Assist in coordinating the work of a multi-disciplined team throughout the design development and contract document phases of a project.
• Assist managers with the project approval process.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of architecture production, preferably with restaurant projects.
• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture required.
• Must have experience with Revit.
• Additional experience in AutoCAD, MS Office, Photoshop, Adobe and SketchUp a plus.

Team:

You will work with a team of designers, architects and engineers to support our Restaurant clients. You will report to a Project Mgr.

Work Location:

This is a hybrid role that can be based out of the following offices; Farmers Branch, TX; Minneapolis, MN; Naperville, IL; Ontario, CA; Seattle, WA; or St. Louis, MO.

Benefits:

• Medical Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Parental Leave
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) matching

Note: Please do not be concerned if you do not meet every requirement. Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every qualification. At Core States we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you are excited about this role but your experience does not align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

This position will remain open until it is filled.