Project Architect - Decatur, IL

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Job Title: Project Architect - Decatur, IL
Location: Decatur, IL, Midwest United States, USA

Company: Archer Daniels Midland Company (ADM)
Industry Sector: Agribusiness
Industry Type: Input Retail, Cooperative and Related Crop Services
Job Type: Full Time

Job Description: Job Description

Project Architect - Decatur, IL

This is a permanent, full-time, exempt-level position located on-site at our Decatur, IL complex.

About the Role

We are seeking a Project Architect with strong experience in industrial building design and a working knowledge of structural steel systems.

This role is ideal for an architect who can lead and/or consult on projects from concept through construction, coordinate effectively with engineers, and manage technical documentation with accuracy and confidence.

The successful candidate will have experience delivering projects both big and small at manufacturing facilities, warehouses, logistics centers, distribution facilities, maintenance buildings, industrial plants, or similar large-scale commercial/industrial structures.

Key Responsibilities

Lead architectural design and technical development for industrial building projects
Manage projects from schematic design through construction documentation and construction administration
Coordinate closely with structural, mechanical, electrical, civil, and specialty consultants and engineers
Develop and review drawings, specifications, details, schedules, and project documentation
Apply knowledge of structural steel framing, roof structures, cladding, and industrial building envelope systems
Ensure designs meet applicable building codes, zoning requirements, egress, accessibility standards, and client requirements
Review existing buildings for code compliance
Review and provide Seal responsibility for construction documentation
Participate in project meetings, coordination meetings, and site visits
Mentor junior architectural staff and support quality control of project deliverables
Coordinate with contractors during construction to resolve design and field issues
Support internal standards, technical detailing, and best practices for industrial architecture

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or higher in Architecture from an accredited program
Approximately 7-12+ years of professional architectural experience
Demonstrated experience with industrial, manufacturing, warehouse, or large-scale commercial buildings
Strong understanding of construction documentation, detailing, building codes, and permitting processes
Experience coordinating with structural engineers, particularly on steel-framed buildings
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
Strong technical, organizational, and communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities
Ability to obtain licensed architect designation or SE license within two years of hire

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture from an accredited program with emphasis in Structural design
Licensed Architect in Illinois or ability to transfer license within a reasonable amount of time
Direct experience with structural steel building systems, pre-engineered metal buildings, crane-supported structures, mezzanines, equipment platforms, or heavy industrial environments
Experience with Revit, AutoCAD, Plant 3D, Bluebeam or similar tools
Familiarity with facility siting studies, hazardous occupancy, high-bay spaces, process-driven layouts, or specialized industrial equipment coordination
LEED accreditation or experience with sustainable industrial design is a plus

Excited about this role but don't think you meet every requirement listed? Studies have indicated that applicants may self "select-out" of consideration if they do not meet all posted requirements. We encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings.

ADM requires the successful completion of a background check. Relocation assistance is available for this opportunity.

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Job Post Date: 08/20/26