Architectural Associate III

Farnsworth Group
$65,000-$80,000
vision insurance, paid time off, 401(k)
United States, Illinois, Springfield
3201 West White Oaks Drive (Show on map)
Apr 09, 2026
Farnsworth Group is seeking an Architectural Associate III in St Louis or Springfield offices. In this role, you will be an integral part of design teams, developing a variety of projects from concept design through construction contract administration. As an Architectural Associate III, you will receive a well-rounded professional experience, exposure to all phases of design, and AXP development. Posting Location for this role: Springfield, IL or St. Louis, MO What You'll Do: Assist in generating creative and innovative design ideas, concepts, and solutions while participating as an integral member of the design team. Generate drawings under supervision for schematic design, design development, and construction documents. Perform product research and assists team with material selections. Exercise critical and creative judgement and design application skills in preparing client presentation materials. Use a creative approach to complete tasks and responsibilities on projects, within the scope of schedule and budget, in an organized, timely, and consistent way. Self-check work for accuracy, omissions, legibility, and for document compliance in accordance with the Project Delivery Manual. Take increasing ownership of tasks within project teams and studio activities. Keep open communication within team and with designated team leader. Communicate ideas and thoughts in a way that inspires others. Coordinate effectively with design partners and consultants. What You'll Need: Master's Degree in Architecture preferred; Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, required; degree must be from a NAAB accredited university 5-8 years of work experience in an architectural office Healthcare experience preferred LEED accreditation preferred Proficient use of Revit required Experience with SketchUp, Photoshop, and Microsoft Office, preferred Visualization and rendering skills, a plus Excellent verbal and written communication skills Strong proficiencies in design and graphics software Who We Are Join Farnsworth Group, a nationally recognized architectural, engineering, and surveying firm, where your career can thrive! For ten 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 almost 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 the communities we serve. Join us and move your career forward. A Great Place to Work Certified For ten consecutive years, Farnsworth Group has earned the prestigious Great Place to Work certification-thanks to our employees! Each year, our staff participates 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. Featured 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. Salary Range: $65,000-$80,000 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, as well as internal and external equity) 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. For immediate consideration, please Apply Online by clicking on the link below #LI-Onsite