Job Description

Architect

Department: Architecture

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Waterloo, IA

Compensation: $65,000 - $165,000 / year

Are you a visionary Architect ready to elevate your career and leave a lasting impact? At ISG, we don’t just design buildings; we design experiences, communities, and legacies. Since 1973, ISG has been a trusted, multi-disciplinary, full-service architecture, engineering, planning, and interior design firm, proudly serving clients nationwide. We’re growing and excited to welcome a passionate Architect to our dynamic, multi-disciplinary team. As an employee owner, you’ll collaborate with a diverse group of architects, designers, engineers, and project managers who bring agility, creativity, and purpose to every project.
In this role, you’ll work alongside industry leaders like Jeremy Wiesen, AIA, and Bob Nussear, AIA, gaining mentorship and insight while contributing to high-impact projects. You’ll also collaborate with internal resources; from code reviewers and spec writers to visualization specialists and construction administrators; ensuring every design is as thoughtful as it is bold.
No matter your office location, you’ll collaborate across geographies, supported by cutting-edge technology and a culture that values flexibility, innovation, and growth. Occasional travel may be part of the adventure—for project site visits, professional development, or networking opportunities.
Check out ISG’s Portfolio to learn more!

Essential Duties

• Work directly with clients in all phases of design process – from the initial napkin sketch to opening the front door!
• Evaluate, select and apply standard architectural techniques, procedures and criteria using judgment for minor adaptations and modifications
• Develop and maintain project budgets, work plans, and contracts
• Collaborate with other enthusiastic ISGers while leading design efforts to create inspiring and uplifting spaces to live, work, and play
• Communicate project goals, objectives, design standards and procedures with project managers and multi-disciplinary teams
• Maintain the quality control of drawings and specifications
• Direct the development and preparation of project contract documents
• Get your boots dirty conducting site visits to observe construction progress and respond to any on-site challenges
• Help mentor and develop the next generation of designers and architects
• Willingness to think bigger, better, and bolder to make a difference in our communities!

We’ve listed a compensation range that reflects our expectations for this role, including both direct and indirect components. We understand that your experience and value may fall outside of this range. If you feel you're a strong fit but your compensation needs differ, we’re open to a conversation—let’s talk.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• 10+ years of professional design experience and licensed to practice architecture
• Bachelor's or Master’s degree from an accredited architecture program
• K-12, Sports + Recreation and Government + Cultural, experience, a plus
• Ability to communicate ideas empathetically and visually through both written and verbal media
• Ability to represent ISG and clients in public forums
• Familiarity in Revit, Adobe Suite and Sketchup computer software packages
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task and participate with a variety of team members on different projects at varying levels of development

ISG Employee Owner Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision
• Paid time off, pro-rated amount available on your start date
• Paid holidays and paid volunteer time
• Paid parental leave
• Bi-annual profit sharing
• Employee Ownership Stock Plan (ESOP)
• 401K retirement plan
• Life insurance
• HSA and FSA options
• Bereavement leave
• Supplemental voluntary benefits
• Short term and long-term disability
• Parking reimbursement, varies on office location
• Cell phone plan reimbursement
• Mileage reimbursement for ISG-approved travel