Architectural Designer (Multiple Openings)

  • Solomon Cordwell Buenz
  • Chicago, Illinois
  • Full Time
Opportunity

Architectural Designer (Multiple Openings)

Office

Chicago

SCB

SCB is seeking talented Junior to Intermediate Designers/Architects to join our Chicago office. We're a national, multi-disciplinary design firm with a local focus on multi-family residential, academic, and aviation projects.

At SCB, everyone engages in design. Our team is agile, creative, and efficient. Our work is thoughtful, distinctive, and responsive. We're proud of our diverse team and value the broad range of perspectives, experiences, and skills they bring to each project.

We're looking for individuals who are passionate about design, collaborative by nature, and possess a basic to intermediate understanding of building materials, systems, detailing, and construction methods. You'll work alongside a team of dedicated professionals during all phases of project development.

The Role

We're hiring several team members to contribute to exciting projects across the country. Responsibilities include:

Working on foundational aspects of projects under the direction of an Architect or senior staff, across all project phases

Supporting the development of design and technical drawings, visualizations, and studies as directed by project leaders

Assisting with design, drafting, rendering, and the creation of digital and physical models

Understanding the overarching project design philosophy in executing your work

Managing time and organizing tasks effectively to meet project deadlines

Collaborating with team members and communicating clearly with internal and external stakeholders

Demonstrating knowledge of building materials, construction systems, detailing, and basic construction methods

Applying basic zoning, building, and accessibility codes to assigned work

Seeking guidance when needed, while also showing initiative in problem-solving

Supporting the project and studio team with a positive, team-first attitude and a willingness to learn

Your Qualifications

Professional degree in Architecture from an accredited program

0-10 years of post-graduate architectural experience

Proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD

Familiarity with tools such as Enscape, SketchUp, Rhino, Grasshopper, 3ds Max, and Adobe Creative Suite

Strong verbal and written communication skills

What We Offer

A positive working environment

Competitive salary commensurate with experience

Paid holidays and time off

401(k) plan with employer match

Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term and long-term disabilities, commuter, flexible spending account, health savings account

Salary: $64,000 - $110,000, commensurate with experience

Life at SCB

You'll grow here. SCB is committed to learning and mentorship. We offer robust coaching and professional development resources to support your growth, including training programs, mentoring, professional memberships, and reimbursement for licensing exams.

We believe investing in our people is an investment in the future of the AEC community.

SCB is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and encourage all qualified applicants to apply.
Job ID: 486363899
Originally Posted on: 7/22/2025

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