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Before you apply
SalaryNo pay range posted
LocationIllinois
Typefull-time
SeniorityLead
Experience10+ yrs
Company size1,001–5,000 people
PostedOct 30, 2026 · 1w ago
Verified live3d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Bachelor's degree in architecture, engineering, building science, or a related field, or equivalent experience
10+ years of experience in architectural design, documentation, or related field
Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Accredited Professional (LEED AP) certification
Skills
BIM
Virtual Design and Construction (VDC)
Job Description
At DPR, roles and responsibilities are more than describing a job title—they are a commitment to building great things together. The job description(s) below defines core responsibilities and the scope of the role and is a starting point. Every employee is expected to lead from where they are, take ownership of outcomes, and always act in the best interest of the team, customer, project and organization.
As a purpose-driven organization on a journey to be most admired, we rely on trust, shared leadership, open communication, disciplined action and a deep respect for the individual to drive exceptional performance. Success is not just about what we build, but who we build and how we build it: with integrity, enjoyment, uniqueness and an ever-forward mindset.
Job Summary:
Develops and executes architectural design solutions for assigned project scopes, including smaller or less complex projects, or defined portions of larger projects. Integrates technical, aesthetic, and functional requirements to produce coordinated, buildable designs with limited oversight. Coordinates with cross-disciplinary teams to ensure alignment with project objectives, applicable codes, and performance criteria. Supports and integrates DPR Self-Perform Work (SPW) and prefabrication products into the design, leveraging Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) practices to maintain a continuous, coordinated model and data environment. Supports and applies prefabrication and digital design strategies to improve constructability and delivery outcomes.
Key Responsibilities:
Leads architectural design and documentation for assigned building components or systems.
Coordinates design input with engineering, prefabrication, and construction partners.
Prepares detailed drawings, specifications, and BIM models aligned with project requirements.
Reviews project deliverables for technical accuracy, code compliance, and constructability.
Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to resolve design issues.
Supports project budgets, schedules, and quality standards.
Mentors less experienced designers and interns in modeling tools and detailing techniques.
Education Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering, building science, or a related field, or equivalent experience required.
Work Experience:
10+ years of experience in architectural design, documentation, or related field required.
Certifications and Licenses:
Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Accredited Professional (LEED AP) certification preferred.
About the company
DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a great story of entrepreneurial success as a private, employee-owned company that has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world.
Working at DPR, you’ll have the chance to try new things, explore paths and shape your future. Here, we build opportunity together—by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen. We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work by our talented teammates and leading news organizations like U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Fast Company and Newsweek.
Explore our open opportunities at www.dpr.com/careers.