Senior Architect

At EXP, we’re driven to provide innovative solutions for the world’s built and natural environments. As a team of engineers, architects, designers, scientists, creators and a community of professionals, we bring diverse and talented people together to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Here, you join a team that leverages differences, harnesses their entrepreneurial spirit in an employee-owned company, that believes diversity is what gives us strength, seeks sustainable results and shares ambitions for each other, our clients and the communities we are part of and serve. To be a part of EXP means to have your own experience, while staying connected to a global network of professionals, who believe we are a part of something bigger. Together, we are EXP. Are you ready to design your future? Be our next Senior Architect, Science + Technology Your work environment at EXP In this role, you will be a part of the Pharmaceutical, Manufacturing, and Semiconductor Science & Technology Buildings team, based in Chicago,IL. What a day at EXP has in store for you Extensive deep experience with building codes, H occupancy facility, International Fire Code, NFPA, and Life Safety Codes Chemical Hazard classification, Maximum Allowable Quantity (MAO) expertise, Class I, Division I and II and zone area studies. Elements associated with critical manufacturing facilities and large quantity of solid and liquid chemicals. Lead and coordinate the technical development of projects working under Project Managers and Principals from Conceptual Design through Construction Documents and Construction Phase. Ability to coordinate with a multi-discipline team of architects and engineers, both in-house staff and outside subconsultants, ensuring the project is detailed and executed to maintain the design concept with technical astuteness and within the project budget. Ability to multi-task and work on multiple projects simultaneously. Develop presentation documents and participate in presentations to clients Develop design concepts under the leadership of the Principal Designer Extensive experience in manufacturing or life science facilities Familiar with Food and Drug Administration guidelines for the manufacturing of pharmaceuticals and Pharmacopeia best practices Extensive experience with chemical analysis, classification and inventory Extensive experience with Industrial and Hazardous building classifications Extensive experience with equipment planning, ergonomics, and safety Extensive experience in laboratory building environment This individual will be responsible for managing the design, production and coordination of projects from our Chicago, IL office for projects nationwide The successful candidate will have excellent written and verbal communication skills, be a dynamic presenter, and be able to effectively manage diverse groups of clients, project stakeholders, and team members Experience working with international clients, equipment suppliers, and consultants with global teams of varying language Comfortable working in metric and imperial units in the development of construction document Participation in business development through market research, meeting with clients, assisting with marketing proposals, and participating in selection interviews is also a necessity to succeed in this role What your experience looks like Bachelors or Master’s degree in architecture from an accredited University Architectural License Minimum 10 years of relevant experience with the tasks identified above Track record of exceptional performance Experience in a variety of project market sectors, including Pharmaceutical, Manufacturing, Semiconductor Science & Technology projects. Thorough working understanding of the Microsoft suite of products, including Word, Excel, and Outlook Knowledge of AutoCAD and Revit capabilities Ability to utilize financial management software Ability for travel up to 10%

The salary range for this role is $120,000 to $150,000. Actual compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to the candidate's skill set, experience, certifications, and geographic location. Compensation may vary by location due to differences in the cost of labor. In addition to competitive pay, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for all full-time employees, including health insurance, vacation time, and 401(k) retirement benefits.

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