Five Reasons to Work at IKM Architecture
Our Mission
Provide innovative and informed design solutions that create enduring value in a changing world.
Our Vision
Curiosity, knowledge, and technology drive us to improve the human experience through design.
We Practice in Five Primary Sectors
We Have Three Offices
Pittsburgh est. 1911
Cleveland est. 2019
We have a comic worthy origin story
Think Ninja Turtles meets Founding Fathers with a strong central theme of architecture, not pizza. But first, a little about us...
Columbus est. 2023
Charles Ingham Richard Kafka Mihai Marcu
Education Science & Technology Civic
Cultural Workplace Healthcare
&
WVU Medicine Children’s Hospital
Confidential Client, Corporate Lobby
UPMC Mercy Pavilion
Calgon Carbon Laboratories
Krystal Biotech, Inc.
Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre Byham Center Rockefeller Green House
Butler Area School District High School
CMU Forbes & Beeler Residence Hall
University of Pittsburgh SCI Bellefield Professional Building
#1 Flexibility
In embracing workplace flexibility, we’ve discovered it goes beyond remote work. We empower our team to choose the setting that enhances their creativity and success, be it in the office or the comfort of their home. This flexibility aims to accommodate the diverse needs and priorities of our employees while promoting job satisfaction and overall well-being.
Flex Benefits
Flexible Work Schedule:
Work 40 hour weeks vs 8 hour days
Ability to work in-office and from home
Required to work 3 days minimum in-office
Project Flexibility
Collaboration and team building Wednesdays and Thursdays
4 Weeks Starting PTO
Explore different project types and develop unique and specialized skillset
Flexibility extends beyond work location - it also encompasses project choice. You will have the freedom to grow and explore diverse projects and won’t be confined to a single market sector.
Dog days at the office!
#2 Our Culture
IKM Architecture is driven by the goal, Make a Difference.
We believe in providing our team with the best opportunities and benefits, extending our commitment beyond architecture to serve each other, ourselves, and our communities.
Cohort
Groups
Social Benefits
Professional Development
Sustainability
Recruitment
Community Service
Comprehensive Benefit Package
Competitive Salary and 401k
End of Year
Bonus Program
Nine Paid Holidays
#3 Career Development
We support your design goals from the Architectural Experience Program (AXP) to LEED AP and NCIDQ. Recognized by AIA Pennsylvania and AIA PA EPiC for six consecutive years, our mentorship commitment helps develop the next generation of architects. Plus, no need to use any vacation days for exams.
Exam Support
Study Materials for AXP/ NCIDQ
Candidates get paid time off for exams
One-on-one mentorship
Path to Leadership
Added compensation upon receiving registration
Review progress and sign off hours with supervisors
IKM offers a unique opportunity that encourages our team to grow from mentorship roles into firm leadership. We support our employee’s individualized ambitions by providing the tools and opportunities to help reach these goals that further our mission of making a difference.
AIA Pittsburgh Design Awards Tour of Southwood Psychiatric Hospital
#4 Social Awareness
Our communities are where we live, grow, and flourish. At IKM Architecture, we foster an environment that embraces inclusion, diversity, and involvement. From in-house equity initiatives to charitable events like golf outings, we believe every small action makes a positive difference in our world.
Community Efforts
Running for a Cause
Participation in 5Ks and marathons benefiting our communities.
Food for those in Need
Volunteer at the Cleveland Food Bank throughout the year.
Holiday Gift Drives for Kids
Volunteer at Salvation Army centers during holiday gift program.
WEDI Task Force
A discussion forum for issues surrounding social justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Leading By Example
Mentor students and young professionals through ACE Mentoring and NOMA.
Charitable Outings
Regular participation in charitable golf outings.
IKM Community Service Cohort
#5 Location
IKM Architecture has an incredible team that spans three offices. In 2017, we established our flagship office at 11 Stanwix in Pittsburgh, designed to encourage collaboration with panoramic city views. In 2019, we set up in Cleveland’s theater district, with a street-level office filled with natural light, creating a strong connection to the city. In 2023, we continued to grow and opened an office in Columbus!
We’re Growing!
The future is bright and we’ve got big plans and even bigger dreams of where IKM Architecture will touch down next.
Pittsburgh
Columbus
Cleveland
Join Our Team!
Create! Check out our maker space called 13M where we have a laser cutter and 3D Printer - all in house!
We’re animal lovers! We even allow them in the office!
Follow along with us!
Dig in! Each summer, we host a company picnic where all friends and family are welcome!
Scan this code in your spotify app to listen! What song would you add?
@ikmarchitecture @ikmarchitecture @ikm_architecture @ikmarchitecture
The IKM Softball Team Girl Scout Cookie Tastings IKM Amazing Race
Winners from our Annual Golf Outing Site Visits for Emerging Professionals Holiday
and
Elephant Gift Exchange Annual
Tournament
Potluck
White
Cornhole
Summer Volleyball
Annual Fall Beer Exchange
Halloween Party and Costume Contest Tournament
Site Model Made with Our Laser Cutter
Project Team TopGolf Outing
Lunchtime Ping Pong Tournament
Gracie the Dog / Intern for a Day
Learn more at: ikminc.com/opportunities
