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<p>Sponsored by SOM's Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) - Arquitectos, Asian Alliance, NOMA, Pride, and Women's Initiative groups, this week-long program offers an immersive professional experience, mentorship, and guidance to students of all backgrounds. The program is open to applicants who are planning careers in architecture, engineering, urban planning, graphic design, or interior design, and who share a passion for advancing equity, diversity and inclusion in the AEC industry.</p> <p>As a current undergraduate or graduate student in architecture, engineering, or a related design field, you will have the opportunity to gain a well-rounded perspective on SOM and the day-to-day experience in our studios. Through a series of lectures and events, representatives from multiple disciplines will share their experiences and expertise.</p> <p>This program will take place January 12 - January 16, 2026, and be held in-person in our studios. Applications must be received by 11:59 p.m. EST on November 01, 2025.</p> <p>Resume must be submitted for all disciplines. In addition, work samples must be submitted for all design positions: Architecture, Computational Design, Interiors, and Planning. Please attach your resume and work sample as one single PDF file. Applications for design positions without work samples will not be reviewed. Work samples should be no longer than 5 pages, maximum 5 MB, and should express your experience and interest in your field.</p> Reminders <p>You must be enrolled in school in 2026 to be considered for the Global Shadowship at SOM.</p> <p>Applicants who do not submit work samples will not be reviewed.</p> <p>The application deadline is November 1, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. EST.</p> <p>Those selected to participate will be responsible for transportation and accommodations as needed.</p> Office Locations and Disciplines <ul> <li>Chicago: Architecture, Planning, Structural Engineering, Sustainable Engineering</li> <li>Dubai: Architecture</li> <li>London: Architecture, Planning, Structural Engineering, Sustainable Engineering, Interior Design</li> <li>Los Angeles: Architecture, Interiors, Structural Engineering</li> <li>New York: Architecture, Computational Design, Interiors, Planning, Structural Engineering, Sustainable Engineering</li> <li>San Francisco: Architecture, Interior Design, Planning, Structural Engineering, Sustainable Engineering</li> <li>Washington DC: Architecture, Planning, Structural Engineering</li> </ul> <p>Participants are responsible for their own transportation and lodging as needed. A small stipend will be provided to each participant at the end of the program.</p> Our Culture <p>Our creative, interdisciplinary teams work like small, dynamic studios, with all the resources and diversity of a global firm. Here, you'll collaborate with industry experts on some of the most exciting and transformative architecture, engineering, and planning projects in the world.</p><img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?n5tSDoUM%2b4a%2fIkhE1sTbrzOhhrtCvU17j" width="0" height="0" />

SOM Global Shadowship Program

<div><div>At SOM, we are a collective committed to shaping a better future for our clients, communities and planet. We aspire to create the most sustainable, impactful work through creative, interdisciplinary teams with all the resources and diversity of a global firm. We value those who are passionate about excellence, innovation, integrity, inclusivity, and collaboration. Together we can achieve great things</div><div></div><div>
Success at SOM Means</div><ul><li><div>
Ideas: We believe in a meritocracy of ideas. We look to everyone to actively contribute to the discourse in the firm.</div></li><li><div>
Knowledge: We believe that expertise is the result of lifelong learning. We are not expected to know everything, but rather to passionately pursue answers, develop new skills and deepen our knowledge.</div></li><li><div>
Product: We strive for excellence in the concept, quality, and delivery of our work.</div></li><li><div>
Individual: We value individuals who bring the highest standards of professionalism and personal integrity in the way they work. Each person can develop and contribute their wealth of attributes, skills and knowledge to support the overall health of the firm.</div></li><li><div>
Team: We value the power of interdisciplinary integration. A positive team culture in which everyone collaborates openly towards common goals is essential.</div></li><li><div>
Firm: We have a history of making transformative contributions to the profession and our communities. We are constantly innovating and attempting to bring new approaches, solutions and processes to our work.</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
Position Summary</div><div></div><div>
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Interiors Technical Designer/Job Captain to join our team. This role is responsible for managing the technical development, coordination, and documentation of projects from design development through construction administration. The ideal candidate will collaborate with project teams, consultants, and clients to ensure successful project execution while maintaining design integrity, technical accuracy, and compliance with building codes and firm standards. This role will report to and work with the Technical Lead on the project/s to manage all technical aspects of the project.</div><div></div><div>
Position Responsibilities</div><ul><li><div>
Generate construction documents in coordination with mechanical, building systems, codes and ADA requirements.</div></li><li><div>
Be the main point of contact in the construction administration phase. Attend project site meetings and write field observation reports, RFI responses. Conduct shop drawing reviews.</div></li><li><div>
Coordinate the work of consultants including MEP, Acoustics, Structural and AV</div></li><li><div>
Attend meetings to ascertain the technical requirements to be incorporated in the construction documents.</div></li><li><div>
Actively lead a project with periodic supervision</div></li><li><div>
Produce, coordinate and / or oversee presentation and contract deliverables such as diagrams, 3D Models, drawings etc.</div></li><li><div>
Effective &amp; actively collaborate both internally and externally with consultants and clients</div></li><li><div>
Integrate interdisciplinary criteria to effectively move forward the design of distinct portions of large projects or entire projects of a small scale</div></li><li><div>
Demonstrate an advanced understanding of building materials, systems, specifications etc.</div></li><li><div>
Manage time and workload of own work efforts and those of others.</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
 Leadership Responsibilities</div><ul><li><div>
Inspires and leads others by example, participates in staff mentoring and training, clearly defines team member expectations and responsibilities, empowers others, and delegates where appropriate based on team members&rsquo; recognized abilities and potential.</div></li><li><div>
Directly supervises staff and is committed to direct reports&rsquo; professional development.</div></li><li><div>
Develops and engages in talent strategy to find specialists, leaders, and future professionals for the firm through resume review and interviews.</div></li><li><div>
In collaboration with team members, develops a clear and consistent work plan to achieve the project budget, deliverables, and schedule.</div></li><li><div>
Actively engages in internal and external professional development opportunities.</div></li><li><div>
Contributes to the implementation of sustainable strategies in all project assignments and the associated development of staff knowledge.</div></li><li><div>
Contributes to the development of standards, policies, and procedures.</div></li><li><div>
Protects SOM from financial and legal risk.</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
Minimum Qualifications</div><ul><li><div>
Professional degree in Architecture or Interior Design.</div></li><li><div>
Professional licensure process is close to completion; LEED accreditation strongly preferred.</div></li><li><div>
Minimum 6 years of experience or equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities in corporate interiors.</div></li><li><div>
Construction Documents and detailing Experience.</div></li><li><div>
Construction Administration and site experience interacting with contractors.</div></li><li><div>
Familiarity with building codes.</div></li><li><div>
Knowledge of building systems used for interior construction.</div></li><li><div>
Advanced Revit experience.</div></li><li><div>
Strong verbal and written communication skills.</div></li><li><div>
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
Our Benefits:</div><div></div><div>
Health and Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life &amp; accident insurance</div><div>
Savings: 401K matching, pre-tax spending accounts, and employee discount programs</div><div>
Work/Life Balance: Inquire about our hybrid/flexible schedules, paid family leave, paid vacation, backup child and elder care, and an employee assistance program</div><div>
Professional Development: Reimbursement for professional licenses, associated renewals, and exam fees as well as specialized in-house career development</div><div></div><div>
Compensation for this role is based upon experience, qualifications, location, and education and typically ranges from $90,000 to $110,000.</div><div></div><div>
Our Culture:</div><div></div><div>
Our creative, interdisciplinary teams work like small, dynamic studios, with all the resources and diversity of a global firm. Here, you&rsquo;ll collaborate with industry experts on some of the most exciting and transformative architecture, engineering, and planning projects in the world.</div><div></div><div>
We believe an inclusive environment improves our teams, our firm, and our communities and are passionate about Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Our <div>DEI Action Plan</div> was created to bring meaningful change to our profession, starting with our own culture and practices.</div><div></div><div>
We are proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. <div>Visit this page</div> to learn more about SOM's employment policy as well as additional information such as a privacy notice for California residents and how to apply offline.</div><div></div><div>
For more about SOM: <div>www.som.com</div></div><div></div><div>
Portfolios must be submitted for all design positions (Architecture, Interiors, Planning, etc). Applications without work samples will not be reviewed. Portfolios should be one PDF attachment, 10-20 pages, maximum 5 MB. Submit portfolios as part of your application in the section where the application asks you for your Resume or CV.</div></div>

Interior Technical Designer - Job Captain

<div><div>Role Title: Project Manager - Professional</div><div>
Community of Practice: Architecture/Project Management</div><div>
Location: Dubai</div><div></div><div>
SOM, one of the most influential design firms in the world, is seeking innovative, creative, independent, and critical thinkers who aspire to the highest standards of excellence. Join our collaborative design practice as a Project Manager for the opportunity to build a strong and thriving career.</div><div></div><div>
SOM offers opportunities to work on transformational projects, competitive salaries, health insurance, wellness, retirement and financial and other work/life plans.</div><div></div><div>
Desired skills and expertise:</div><ul><li>
Minimum 4+ years of experience in similar role with equivalent knowledge, skills and abilities</li><li>
Arabic speaking and already located in the UAE</li><li>
Professional licensure process is close to completion; LEED accreditation preferred.</li><li>
Completion of a professional degree in Architecture or a related field.</li><li>
Strong verbal and written communication skills.</li><li>
Understands and is conversant in Revit, AutoCAD, Rhino, parametric and rendering software, and other graphic software.</li><li>
Proficiency in Google Workspace, Adobe Suite.</li><li>
Familiarity with Deltek Vision, Salesforce, Smartsheets</li></ul><div></div><div>
Success at SOM Means</div><ul><li>
Ideas: We believe in a meritocracy of ideas. We look to everyone to actively contribute to the discourse in the firm.</li><li>
Knowledge: We believe that expertise is the result of lifelong learning. We are not expected to know everything, but rather to passionately pursue answers, develop new skills and deepen our knowledge.</li><li>
Product: We strive for excellence in the concept, quality, and delivery of our work.</li><li>
Individual: We value individuals who bring the highest standards of professionalism and personal integrity in the way they work. Each person can develop and contribute their wealth of attributes, skills and knowledge to support the overall health of the firm.</li><li>
Team: We value the power of interdisciplinary integration. A positive team culture in which everyone collaborates openly towards common goals is essential.</li><li>
Firm: We have a history of making transformative contributions to the profession and our communities. We are constantly innovating and attempting to bring new approaches, solutions and processes to our work.</li></ul><div><br>
Position Responsibilities</div><ul><li>
Seeks growing knowledge of agreements with clients including letters of intent, memoranda of understanding, and professional service agreements. Executes additional service agreements and gains authorization by phase.</li><li>
Supports Senior Project Manager to prepare, issue, and manage compliance plans to align project goals including budget, deliverables and schedule. Gains agreement with the senior team for labor allocation. Attends weekly team meetings to address variances from the project plan.</li><li>
Supports Senior Project Manager to administer internal control procedures with Project Accountant including billing, collections, percent complete, expense management, and year-end activities. Analyzes project reports and proactively manages the profitability of a project.</li><li>
Participates actively in project design and technical discussions and decision making.</li><li>
Communicates actively through weekly meetings, assisting with issuing meeting minutes and accurate project record keeping and sharing project information and correspondence.</li><li>
Supports owner/client relationship and expectations to allow SOM and team to work effectively, efficiently and collaboratively.</li><li>
Participates in new business and marketing efforts including responses to marketing requests and maintenance of firm relationships.</li><li>
Supports Senior Project Manager to initiate, monitor and maintain project schedule and work plan including schedule of meetings and presentations.</li><li>
Supports Senior Project Manager to schedule and lead internal team weekly project meetings; develop the meeting agenda and project status update.</li><li>
Supports Senior Project Manager to initiate, monitor and maintain project plan and financial performance of project.</li><li>
Supports Senior Project Manager to maintain SOM-Client Services Agreement, SOM Sub-Consultant Agreements and requests for additional services.</li><li>
Seeks to monitor scope for contract compliance and potential additional services.</li><li>
Effective at communicating and promoting the work of the firm.</li><li>
Exhibits initiative, process innovation, problem solving, and decision quality with a high attention to precision and accuracy at a project level.</li><li>
Actively collaborates at a project, consultant team, and client team level by critically and constructively evaluating ideas. Contributes to and actively participates within the studio and office.</li><li>
Effectively communicates internally with project teams and externally with consultants and clients through timely and appropriate written, oral, and visual means.</li><li>
Inspires and leads others by example, participates in staff mentoring and training, clearly defines team member expectations and responsibilities, empowers others, and delegates where appropriate based on team members&rsquo; recognized abilities and potential.</li></ul><div><br>
Leadership Responsibilities</div><ul><li>
Inspires and leads others by example, participates in staff mentoring and training, clearly defines team member expectations and responsibilities, empowers others, and delegates where appropriate based on team members&rsquo; recognized abilities and potential.</li><li>
In collaboration with team members, contributes to a clear and consistent work plan to achieve the project budget, deliverables, and schedule.</li><li>
Actively engages in internal professional development opportunities.</li><li>
Contributes to the implementation of sustainable strategies in all project assignments and the associated development of staff knowledge.</li><li>
Contributes to the development of standards, policies, and procedures.</li><li>
Protects SOM from financial and legal risk.</li></ul><div></div><div><i>
At SOM, we welcome and encourage diversity in the workplace. We believe an inclusive environment benefits our employees, our firm, and our community, while also enriching and challenging our own thinking about design. We are proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Visit this page to learn more about SOM's employment policy and how to apply offline: </i><div><i>www.som.com/employment_opportunities_and_policy</i></div></div><div></div><div>
For more about SOM: <div>www.som.com</div></div><div></div><div>
Portfolios must be submitted for all design positions (Architecture, Interiors, Planning, etc). Applications without work samples will not be reviewed. Portfolios should be one PDF attachment, 10-20 pages, maximum 5 MB. Submit portfolios as part of your application in the section where the application asks you for your Resume or CV.</div></div>

Project Manager - Professional

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