Core Spaces · 10 hours ago
Associate, Junior Architect
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry Level
$85K/yr - $95K/yr
3+ years expCore Spaces is a real estate investment manager focused on developing and managing student housing and build-to-rent sectors. They are seeking a talented architect to help plan, design, and execute multiple student housing projects, influencing every stage of the design process and collaborating with a skilled in-house design team.
Property DevelopmentProperty ManagementReal Estate
Responsibilities
Have a notable and tangible effect on the built environment, across multiple asset types in cities around the country
Guide site planning, zoning analysis and building massing
Collaborate on exterior and interior architecture, space planning and implementation
Develop, design and prototype new ideas, innovations, initiatives, and special projects
Gain an intimate understanding of the real estate development industry
Skip out early, stay up late, get inspired, inspire others, create, collaborate, gear up, get down, stress out and have fun
Occasional travel may be necessary as needed
Perform all other duties and tasks as assigned by management
Must be able to complete all physical requirements of this role with or without a reasonable accommodation
Qualification
Required
3+ years of architecture experience in Multi-family or Student Housing development design support
Proficiency in SketchUp, Rhino, AutoCAD, Revit, and/or other CAD, 3D modeling, & rendering software
Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite
Graphics and visualization skills to effectively communicate design ideas
Knowledge of materials, construction techniques, and building codes
Strong business acumen, phenomenal people skills and ambition to grow in your role
Preferred
Residential and commercial housing sectors, including multifamily, student housing, and single-family projects
Hospitality environments and related project workflows
3D modeling and graphic design tools to support project development and visualization
Partnering directly with developer clients to deliver high-quality project outcomes
Benefits
A culture that provides you with a sense of belonging
Hybrid or remote work options may vary by role to support work-life balance
Competitive pay that values your contributions
Incentives designed to reward your achievements
Paid flexible PTO to disconnect or celebrate life milestones
Paid 14+ holidays, including your birthday, to disconnect and celebrate
Paid Parental Leave that begins after 90 days
Paid volunteer time off to give back to your community
Monthly workshop weeks; fewer meetings & more collaboration
Robust health plan options that begin within at least 30 days of your employment
Monthly phone reimbursement
Wellness allowance and perks, including a yearly subscription to a meditation app
An environment that provides you a voice to share your perspectives
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for access to confidential support services
Company retirement options including 401(k) + matching & Roth account option
Company
Core Spaces
Core Spaces provides development, dynamic acquisition and property management services for various housing projects.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
Apollo
2025-12-18Debt Financing
Leadership Team
J
Jennifer Holmes
Chief Operating Officer
Brendan Miller
Chief Investment Officer, Student Housing
Recent News
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