Site Design Group
Design Associate or Design Manager
Site Design Group, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
We are in search of a talented professional to join our collective as a Design Associate or Design Manager. The candidate will primarily be responsible for producing designs and design drawings with involvement in all phases of the project process. Working independently and in collaboration with firm Principals, Directors, Managers, other Designers, and technical team members, the Design Associate/Manager will work on a wide variety of public and private projects throughout the United States, with an emphasis on designing and visioning for the public realm. Typical project types include parks, streetscapes, plazas, multi-family housing, commercial, and mixed-use developments, design guidelines and master plans, community engagement, and placemaking projects. Ideal candidates will have demonstrated experience in generating authentic, place-based design, a dedication to design research, excellent critical thinking skills, self-motivation, open collaboration, and a commitment to equity, community, and design excellence.Qualifications:Bachelor or Master's degree in Landscape Architecture, Urban Design, Architecture, Planning, or a related field.Six (6) or more years of professional experience, including at least five (5) years of experience in a design role, with demonstrated experience in Landscape Architecture and Urban Design.High level of proficiency in design ideation, processes, research, principles, and best practices.An interest in design innovation and a strong knowledge base in sustainable design.A deep understanding of thoughtful material selection and creative design detailing.Strong design, hand drawing, rendering, and graphic skills.Demonstrated competency with relevant software, including Adobe Creative Suite, 3D modeling software (e.g., Rhino), rendering software (e.g., Lumion), AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office. Knowledge of Bluebeam, Revit, Sketchup, ArcGIS, iPad Concepts, and other programs is an added benefit.A Professional License (e.g., Registered Architect or Professional Landscape Architect), or on the path to licensure.Experience or interest in public engagement and/or experience integrating feedback from community-centered processes.Ability to handle multiple tasks accurately and efficiently in a fast-paced environment.Excellent time management, organizational, and research and problem-solving skills.Ability to work collaboratively with firm colleagues, clients, consultants, and community members.A commitment to design excellence and innovation.Don't meet every requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every qualification in the job description. At
site , we are dedicated to building an outstanding, diverse, and inclusive team, so if you're excited about this role, but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.Salary:Commensurate with experience.Benefits:site
offers a generous benefits package, including Paid Time Off, Flex Scheduling, Paid Holidays, Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance, Retirement Plan, and Licensure/Professional Memberships.Application:Submit a resume and work samples up to 10MB to:Jenna Jones, ASLAPrincipalsite design group, ltd. (site)work@site design group, ltd.
is an Equal Opportunity Employer in full compliance with local, state, and federal Civil Rights and Affirmative Action laws. It has always been and continues to be site design group, ltd. s policy to provide equal-opportunity employment to all employees and applicants, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, or age. This policy relates to all employment decisions, including those in connection with recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment.
site , we are dedicated to building an outstanding, diverse, and inclusive team, so if you're excited about this role, but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.Salary:Commensurate with experience.Benefits:site
offers a generous benefits package, including Paid Time Off, Flex Scheduling, Paid Holidays, Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance, Retirement Plan, and Licensure/Professional Memberships.Application:Submit a resume and work samples up to 10MB to:Jenna Jones, ASLAPrincipalsite design group, ltd. (site)work@site design group, ltd.
is an Equal Opportunity Employer in full compliance with local, state, and federal Civil Rights and Affirmative Action laws. It has always been and continues to be site design group, ltd. s policy to provide equal-opportunity employment to all employees and applicants, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, or age. This policy relates to all employment decisions, including those in connection with recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment.