Design Coordinator – Retail

Stantec

Intermediate Architect and Designer role at Stantec, focusing on building solutions and spatial design. Collaborating with teams to create responsive architectural spaces while utilizing BIM technologies.

Posted 6/16/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $79,000 - $114,500 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Validation of programmatic elements and information provided by client
Supports and participates with the team in development of schematic design and design development deliverables
Utilizes BIM technologies in development of three-dimensional models of buildings and their components
Performs on-site field verifications and measurements of existing buildings and spaces
Participates in design critiques and pin-ups
Interprets and applies building and zoning codes and requirements of other regulatory agencies to individual projects
Prepares and revises documentation in various architectural phases including floor plans, elevations, sections, and schedules, building elevations, building sections, and details
Coordinates and reviews building systems (structural, mechanical, electrical, etc.) to ensure compatibility with the design intent
Reviews shop drawings and submittals, responds to RFIs, performs punch walks, prepares site observation reports, and other contract administration tasks
Coordination of specs with construction documents
Assists in the evaluation and selection of building systems and materials
Attends project coordination meetings with internal team members and/or external consultants and clients.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture is required
Minimum 5 years professional experience preferred
LEED Green Associate or LEED AP preferred
Architecture licensure preferred but not required
Basic knowledge and understanding of the design and construction documentation process
Basic knowledge of building construction systems means and methods, materials, and industry associated standards is expected
To engage in creative and critical thinking. To hand sketch and communicate concepts and ideas to others effectively
To interpret sketches, drawings, building program and other similar material. To communicate abstract ideas (verbal/written)
Ability to conduct space planning, block planning, and adjacencies in coordination with building and client program
Basic knowledge and application of accessibility codes and applicable building codes
To develop floor plans, wall sections, and details
Basic understanding of all phases of architectural document production and the relationship between drawings and specifications
To check own work for accuracy and completeness and manage time to meet project budget and schedule
To participate and collaborate in a project team setting through all phases of design development and architectural document production
Requires understanding of Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam Revu, Revit, AutoCAD; Prefer experience with Abobe Creative Suite, Newforma, Rhino, SketchUP, Enscape (or similar 3D modeling software)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision plans
Wellness program
Health saving accounts
Flexible spending accounts
401(k) plan
Employee stock purchase program
Life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
Short-term/long-term disability plans
Emergency travel benefits
Tuition reimbursement
Professional membership fee coverage
Paid family leave
Ten paid holidays per calendar year
Accrual of vacation between 10 and 20 days per year
Paid sick leave

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Hard Skills & Tools

BIM technologiesbuilding construction systemsdesign documentationfloor planselevationssectionsbuilding codesaccessibility codesspace planningarchitectural document production

Soft Skills

creative thinkingcritical thinkingcommunicationcollaborationtime managementattention to detailproblem-solvingsketchinginterpretation of drawingsproject coordination

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in ArchitectureMaster’s degree in ArchitectureLEED Green AssociateLEED APArchitecture licensure