Architectural Designer II, CBRE Design Collective (Chicago, IL)

Job Description

Job Summary

CBRE's Design Collective has an immediate need for a Designer II. Under limited supervision, the Designer II performs a variety of assignments requiring the application of standard design techniques for small and large projects. Exercises independent judgment in evaluating, selecting and applying design techniques and procedures.

What you'll do

Selects, designs and/or specifies furnishings, artwork, accessories and plans with oversight from Project Lead.

Renders design ideas in form of drawings or illustrations and develops design concepts with oversight from Project Lead.

Interprets contracted scope of work.

Prepares contract documents for construction and furnishings with oversight from Project Lead.

Responsible for CADD set-up/review of set-up of project.

Develops construction document sheets.

Develops construction details with mentorship from the Lead.

Assembles presentations and "leave behinds" when pursuing new projects with oversight from Project Lead.

What you'll need

To perform this job optimally, an individual must be able to perform each crucial duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• 6+ years' experience.
• B.A. or B.F.A. in Interior Design from Council for Interior Design Accreditation curriculum or B.A. in Architecture from accredited architectural curriculum (National Architectural Accrediting Board or Canadian Architectural Certification Board).
• Experienced with Revit, Photoshop, AutoCAD, Sketch-UP and Adobe Suite.
• Ability to complete tasks with accuracy and with strong attention to detail
• Demonstrates intellectual curiosity and comfort with ambiguity and sophisticated challenges
• Ability to learn quickly and demonstrate willingness to tackle new responsibilities
• NCIDQ or certification close to completion preferred.

Why CBRE?

CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law. We also provide reasonable accommodations, as needed, throughout the job application process. If you have a disability that inhibits your ability to apply for a position through our online application process, you may contact us via email at recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).

CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law. We also provide reasonable accommodations, as needed, throughout the job application process. If you have a disability that inhibits your ability to apply for a position through our online application process, you may contact us via email at recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).

NOTE: Some, but not all, of our positions may have an additional requirement to comply with COVID-19 health and safety protocols, including COVID-19 vaccination proof and/or rigorous testing. If you have questions about the requirement(s) for this position, please inform your Recruiter.

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CBRE Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) works with clients to make real estate a meaningful contributor to organizational productivity and performance. Our account management model is at the heart of our client-centric approach to delivering integrated real estate solutions. Each client is entrusted with a dedicated leader and is supported by regional and global resources, leveraging the industry's most robust platform. CBRE GWS delivers consistent, measurably superior outcomes for our clients at every stage of the lifecycle, and across industries and geographies.

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