Architectural Associate

About The Role:

The Architectural Associate is an entry level position that works on a hybrid schedule in NWS’s Chicago office. The Architectural Associate reports to the Managing Principal and is responsible for providing support to the firms Project Managers and Project Architects. On a day-to-day basis the Architectural Associate will work closely with the architectural team on a variety of tasks such as construction drawings, renderings, and existing conditions.

• Produce construction drawings on a wide range of projects with guidance provided from the project manager and project architect.
• Work with the architectural team to develop design ideas and schemes while communicating the design ideas through drawings and renderings.
• Visit local and national project locations to perform site visits documenting existing conditions or observing construction progress.
• Support the project manager with responding to client requests, preparing backgrounds for outside consultants, and compiling project submittals.
• Prepare and track permit submittals and respond to permit comments with the support of the project manager and project architect.
• Create project folders and maintain the project directory.
• Provide architectural support for various project tasks as assigned by the project manager or architect.

• Excellent communication skills to successfully engage with other members of the project team including clients and consultants.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• High attention to detail.
• Service first attitude.
• Resourceful and responsive.
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Desire to learn and grow skillset.
• Aptitude to learn new skills or programs quickly.

• 0-3 years of experience.
• Degree in architecture from an accredited university.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Adobe, Microsoft Office Suite (Required).
• Proficiency in Revit, Lumion, Enscape, Sketchup, and Photoshop (Preferred).
• Ability to travel on a limited basis both locally and within the United States (2 times per month).
• Relevant experience in retail or commercial architecture preferred.

The expected salary range for this position is . The actual compensation will be based on factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, job-related skills, internal peer equity, market and business considerations and other factors permitted by law.

• Compensation and Benefits:
• Competitive pay
• Profit sharing opportunities
• 401K company match
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• HSA
• Work-Life Balance:
• 20+ paid days off annually
• 13+ paid holidays in addition to PTO
• Paid parental leave
• Industry-leading training and development