Architectural Associate III
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 3, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 21, 2026.
Farnsworth Group is seeking an Architectural Associate III to join our team. In this role, you will be a core part of interdisciplinary teams designing and delivering projects in a wide variety of market sectors. The ideal candidate will be well-rounded designer excited to grow their career alongside the firm. As an Architectural Associate III, you will receive a well-rounded AXP experience. This opening is best suited for an energetic individual who is currently working on AXP hours, and has completed 1 or more ARE exams, or been recently licensed.
What You'll Do:
- Assists the client/project manager with the development of project proposals, cost and scope
- Prepares design and construction documents using the appropriate standards and works directly with consultants. Understands the relationship between drawings, specifications, and other construction documents
- Assists project managers with construction administration tasks such as attending OAC meetings, writing reports, taking minutes, reviewing shop drawings and submittals
- Exercises independent judgment, coordinating decision making with the project lead
- Works as part of a team including communication and coordination with team members in architecture and other disciplines.
What You'll Need:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, required; degree must be from an accredited university
- 5-8 years of work experience in an architectural office
- LEED accreditation preferred
- Proficient use of Revit required
- Experience with AutoCAD and Navisworks, preferred
- Experience with Lumion, Enscape, Photoshop, InDesign, and Microsoft Office, preferred
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong proficiencies in design and graphics software
Compensation to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, as well as internal and external equity.
Illinois Pay Transparency
$67,000—$95,000 USD
Who We Are:
Join Farnsworth Group, a nationally recognized architectural engineering and surveying firm where your career can thrive! For eleven consecutive years, we’ve been certified as a Great Place to Work®, and our engineers, architects, surveyors, and scientists channel their passion and expertise into making meaningful contributions to the world around us. With more than 650 talented professionals across 24 offices, we collaborate with clients ranging from small communities to some of the world’s largest brands. Our success is built on our people - their passion, creativity, and commitment to excellence. Here, you’ll find a supportive culture that champions your growth, embraces challenges, values work-life balance, and empowers you to make a lasting impact for our clients and communities. Join us and move your career forward.
A Great Place to Work Certified
For eleven consecutive years, Farnsworth Group has earned the prestigious Great Place to Work® certification-thanks to our employees! Each year, our staff participate in a survey administered by the Great Place to Work organization, measuring perceptions of credibility, respect, pride, fairness, and camaraderie. The results are benchmarked against the nation’s leading companies, and only top performers receive the certification. Insights from the survey help us continually enhance our work environment and foster a culture that makes Farnsworth Group an even greater place to work.
Full-time regular employee benefits and perks include:
- 401(k) with 100% Company Match up to 5%
- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
- Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
- Short & Long-Term Disability
- Maternity and Paternity Leave
- Professional Development and Training
- Mentoring Program
- Paid Time Off
- Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements
- Pet Insurance Plan
- Hybrid Work Program
Farnsworth Group appreciates that flexibility and work-life balance are important aspects of the careers and lives of our employees. Our Hybrid Work Program offers employees a flexible work arrangement while contributing to the Company’s culture and success. Please discuss with your recruiter for details.
Statement on Diversity and Inclusion:
Farnsworth Group is a collection of employees with unique backgrounds and perspectives that all come together to make us a better Company. It is our goal to recruit, hire, develop, retain, and promote a diverse group of people. Join us…and let’s make a difference, together.
Farnsworth Group, Inc. is proud to be a M/F Disabled and Veteran EEO/AA employer.