Design Lead, Construction

Sevan Multi-Site Solutions provides construction services, program management, site assessments, and design for retail, restaurant, and government projects world-wide. We work with leading brands like McDonalds, Walgreens, Starbucks, 7-Eleven, and Chipotle to name a few. We provide the talent, technology, and trusted expertise needed to consistently deliver excellence in multi-site construction and program management. Sevan is an INC. 5000 Fastest-Growing Company.

The Design Lead is as a member of the design studio and works alongside a group of individuals to provide architectural services within a dedicated design team for construction services. A design professional, accountable for managing and producing accurate design and construction documents for our multi-site clients, and leading + supporting other team members in achieving team goals.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepares complete, accurate and code compliant construction documents.

• Provides technical and creative design solutions that align with program intent.

• Advises on settings project design goals, strategy, staffing, scheduling, etc.

• Applies clients program requirements and design criteria to existing buildings and structures.

• Responsible for determining the appropriate building components and their design application.

• Responsible for maintaining project design schedules, deadlines and commitments for small and medium -scope assignments of average difficulty.

• Coordinates work with consultants, contractors, fabricators, specification writers, and regulatory agencies to meet overall project objectives.

• Notifies supervisor of changes in project scope and advises if a change order proposal is needed.

• Possesses a working knowledge of building codes and ADA requirements and provides such expertise to the assigned projects/programs.

• Conducts project due diligence with municipalities to determine local zoning and building code requirements.

• Accountable for resolving plan review comments from code officials.

• Accountable for design quality control and technical accuracy of team assignments.

• Assist the project liaison to code officials, outside consultants, suppliers, and contractors regarding questions to the construction documents.

• Confirms and verifies design requirements related to the project or program.

• Follows established standards and procedures for project reporting and documentation.

• Oversees and directs designers and technicians, ensuring high productivity and project success.

• Review / evaluate others work and provide productive feedback and technical direction.

• Works with supervisor and peers to pursue professional development.

• Proactively identifies, solves or elevates project issues related to design, safety, or quality.

• Adheres to CAD/REVIT standards and follows assigned drafting protocol across all projects.

• Works with supervisor and peers to pursue professional development.

• If applicable, participates in NCARBs Architectural Experience Program (AXP) Program.

• Engages in personal growth using Sevans I-PDCA process.

• Accountable for timely completion of assigned projects.

• May represent the company at client project meetings. Visits project sites to verify scope, exiting conditions and other related activities.

• Self-starter with the ability to work independently as well as within a team setting.

• Capable to prioritize and work on multiple projects at the same time.

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Minimum Bachelors Degree in Architecture or equivalent; 8 or more years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Demonstrated skills in design production management.

• Pursing Architect license, recommended.

• Highly proficient in AutoCAD and Revit.

• Proficiency with Illustrator, Photoshop, SketchUp (preferred), Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Smartsheet, 3D Studio Max is preferred.

• Able to articulate and apply comprehensive knowledge of architectural principles, practices, and advanced techniques.

• Demonstrated expertise in drawings, specifications, and building materials.

• Demonstrated experience completing moderately difficult architectural assignments with minimal supervision.

• Able to execute and coordinate multiple projects at a time.

Work Conditions:

This is a hybrid role out of our Downers Grove, IL headquarters. Travel on an as needed basis (0-10%). A highly collaborative in-office environment that flourishes when individual and team contributions combine to achieve target goals and objectives. The workplace is dynamic, fast-paced, and flexible. Regularly required to sit; occasionally required to stand; walk; occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds; noise level is usually quiet.

Culture, Leadership and Employee Development

• Exemplifies and promotes our values of integrity, respect, teamwork, excellence, and charity.

• Embrace key Sevan-wide initiatives, like Safety and Sustainability.

• Communicates our vision and purpose through Service, Talent, and Choices.

• Serves as a role model and promotes professional behavior.

• Participates in personal career development through on-the-job training, attends training programs and assists in the development of interns / co-ops.

Sevan Multi-Site Solutions, Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, marital status, genetics, disability, pregnancy, veteran status or any other basis protected by law.