at Farnsworth Group in Normal, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Join us and grow your career with a certified Great Place to Work for the last eight years running. We are a team of Engineers, Architects, Surveyors and Scientists committed to making meaningful contributions to the world around us. Our quest for excellence goes beyond the ordinary; we seek extraordinary people who want to showcase their talents and join us in making a difference for our clients and communities. You will be part of a collaborative group that champions your career and passions, embraces challenges, understands the importance of work-life balance, and shares our commitment in making a positive impact through your work.
Farnsworth Group is seeking an Architectural Associate III in our Normal, IL office. In this role, you will assist Architects and Project Managers to design and deliver design projects in a wide variety of market sectors. The ideal candidate will be well-rounded designer excited to grow their career alongside the firm.
As an Architectural Associate III, you will receive a well-rounded AXP experience. This opening is best suited for an energetic individual who is currently working on AXP hours, and has completed 1 or more ARE exams, or been recently licensed.
Job Activities:
Assists the client/project manager with the development of project proposals, cost and scope
Prepares design and construction documents using the appropriate standards and works directly with consultants. Understands the relationship between drawings, specifications, and other construction documents
Assists project managers with construction administration tasks such as attending OAC meetings, writing reports, taking minutes, reviewing shop drawings and submittals
Exercises independent judgment, coordinating decision making with the project lead
Works as part of a team including communication and coordination with team members in architecture and other disciplines.
Specific Requirements include:
Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, required; degree must be from an accredited university
5-8 years of work experience in an architectural office
LEED accreditation preferred
Proficient use of Revit required as well as computer graphic and 3D modeling experience
Experience with SketchUp, Photoshop, and Microsoft Office, preferred
Digital rendering skills, a plus
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong proficiencies in design and graphics software
About Farnsworth Group
Farnsworth Group is an award winning, employee-owned engineering, architecture, and surveying firm with more than 500 employees located in nearly 30 offices nationwide. We are ranked among the nation's top design firms with clients ranging from small communities to some of the world's largest brands. Our success is the direct result of our talented people, unwavering passion, and exceptional performance. Together, we collaborate with clients to define what matters most to them and strive to move them forward with proven solutions. We do this by focusing on our mission that centers on championing our clients' successes, advancing our communities, and embracing the challenges of a changing world.
A Great Place to Work Certified
For eight consecutive years, Farnsworth Group has earned the esteemed certification as a Great Place to Work; our employees are the reason why! Annually, our staff engages in a survey administered by the Great Place to Work organization that delves into employee perceptions about credibility, respect, pride, fairness, and camaraderie. Those results are benchmarked against the nation's leading companies, and only those top performers gain the Great Place to Work certification. The invaluable insights from the survey have played a pivotal role in further shaping our work environment and fostering a culture to make Farnsworth Group an even greater place to work.
Featured benefits and perks include:
401(k) with 100% Company Match up to 5%
Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
Short & Long-Term Disability
Maternity and Paternity Leave
Professional Development and Training
Mentoring Program
Paid Time Off
Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements
Pet Insurance Plan
Hybrid Work Program
Farnsworth Group appreciates that flexibility and work-life balance are an important aspect in the careers and lives of our employees. Our Hybrid Work Program offers employees a flexible work arrangement while contributing to the culture and success of the Company.
Statement on Diversity and Inclusion:
Farnsworth Group is a collection of employees with unique backgrounds and perspectives that all come together to make us a better Company. It is our goal to recruit, hire, develop, retain, and promote a diverse group of people. Join us...and let's make a difference, together.
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Farnsworth Group, Inc. is proud to be a M/F Disabled and Veteran EEO/AA employer.