Associate Architect Job at Goodwin Recruiting, Peoria, IL

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  • Goodwin Recruiting
  • Peoria, IL

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Now Hiring: Associate Architect – Design & Preconstruction Estimating | Onsite – Peoria, IL

We are seeking a driven Associate Architect to support both architectural/construction design and preconstruction estimating for a growing, family-owned General Contractor . This role bridges design intent with construction cost management to deliver projects that are both well-designed and competitively priced.

Important — Please Read:

We actively welcome career changers from engineering and related technical fields (mechanical, civil/structural, industrial, MEP, project controls). 5+ years of relevant experience is fully acceptable (we previously listed 10+), and a degree is not required professional certificates (e.g., Autodesk/Bluebeam, ASPE estimating coursework, OSHA 30, CMAA/PMI) or equivalent hands-on experience are accepted. If you have strong CAD skills, quantitative thinking, and an interest in cost/constructability, please apply—even if you don’t meet every single bullet.

Key Responsibilities

Client & Field

  • Walk job sites with clients to understand needs and help establish budgets
  • Support client meetings and capture scope, constraints, and value opportunities

Estimating

  • Perform quantity takeoffs, cost analysis, and bid preparation
  • Coordinate with subcontractors and vendors to compile and level bids

Design/CAD

  • Create and revise architectural and construction drawings with advanced CAD skills
  • Maintain drawing standards and clear documentation for constructability

Collaboration

  • Interface with outside architectural firms on outsourced designs
  • Partner with operations/field teams to align design with schedule and cost targets
Position Details
  • Location: Onsite – Peoria, IL
  • Hours: Standard First Shift Hours
  • Assignment Length: Permanent
  • Start Date: Immediate Start
  • Pay Rate: $80K/yr – $100K/yr (commensurate with skills and transferable experience)
Qualifications
  • Education/Credentials: Degree optional. Professional certificates welcome (Autodesk Certified Professional, Bluebeam, ASPE/estimating coursework, OSHA 30, CMAA/PMI) or equivalent experience .
  • Experience: 5+ years in design, preconstruction, estimating, or an adjacent technical role (MEP design, civil/structural, project controls). (Previously listed as 10+; 5+ is fully acceptable .)
  • Knowledge: Construction methods, materials, and cost-estimating fundamentals
  • Communication: Strong written/verbal skills with client-facing confidence
Must Have Skills
  • Proven CAD proficiency (any platform) with the ability to produce clear construction documents
  • Quantitative rigor and attention to detail in takeoffs and cost analyses
  • Constructability mindset and collaboration with field/subcontractor partners
  • Professionalism in client interactions and vendor communications
Nice to Have (Not Required)
  • Exposure to conceptual estimating, buyout, or subcontractor scope reviews
  • Familiarity with building codes, detailing, or spec writing
  • Experience collaborating with architects/engineers and field teams
Benefits
  • Stable, family-owned company with a strong reputation
  • Growth opportunities with mentoring in a unique design/estimating role
  • Competitive pay, benefits, and a supportive workplace culture
  • If you’re close on the requirements, apply. We value potential, growth, and transferable skills— including candidates with 5+ years of experience and certificates instead of a degree.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, For contractors, For subcontractor, Immediate start, Day shift,

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