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Perkins&Will · 2 days ago

Senior Project Designer

Seattle, WA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$112K/yr - $164K/yr

10+ years exp

Perkins&Will is a leading design firm, and they are seeking a Senior Project Designer to lead all phases of the design process. The role involves creating schematic designs, managing project goals, and ensuring compliance with standards while mentoring staff and fostering client relationships.

ArchitectureInterior DesignSustainability

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Responsible for leading all phases of the design process with a high level of proficiency and expertise while adhering to firm and project goals and standards of excellence in design, execution, and living design

Initiates and creates schematic designs that optimize design solutions and plans with responsibility for presentation drawings, models, and narratives

Promotes and manages overall project goals and constraints, including client values, construction and design budget limitations, and schedule requirements

Evaluates design alternatives based on site and code requirements

Expertly applies knowledge of building technology, building materials, construction methods, costs, and code to the design process

Identifies and responds to technical implications and design decisions

Prepares client presentation packages, external publications, and award submissions

Plays essential role in marketing opportunities and develops successful client relationships for continuing business

Uses graphic storytelling to advance the project delivery and scope

Reviews work for accuracy, omissions, legibility, and for document compliance in accordance with the Project Delivery Manual

Leads collaborative teams in internal design reviews, charettes, and pin-ups and external community engagements

Demonstrates strong and effective communication and direction which inspires high team performance and design ideas

Mentors staff

Accountable for effective coordination with partners and consultants throughout the schematic and design development phases

Qualification

LEED GAArchitectural licenseBIMAdvanced RevitBuilding codesSite analysisGraphic storytellingEnvironmental Analysis softwareSketchingPresentation toolsField measurementsSpecificationsContract documentsConstruction contract administrationLife safety requirementsPreliminary design studiesPhysical modeling toolsVisualization toolsMicrosoft Office / Adobe SuiteConceptual modeling tools

Required

Bachelor's degree in architecture or related discipline required

10-15+ years of professional experience

LEED GA within 6 months of hire

Professional Accreditation in one area of Living Design that interests you: LEED AP with Specialty, BREEAM AP, WELL AP, SITES AP, Passive House Institute Certified Passive House Consultant/Designer CPHC/CPHD, or ILFI Living Future Accreditation

Architectural license (preferred)

BIM

Building codes

Site analysis

Preliminary design studies

Contract documents

Field measurements

Life safety requirements

Specifications

Construction contract administration

Graphic storytelling

Sketching

Advanced knowledge of 2D/3D production software

Advanced Revit

Conceptual modeling tools such as Rhino and Grasshopper

Microsoft Office / Adobe Suite

Visualization tools such as Enscape and VRay

Physical modeling tools such as 3D Printing and Laser cutting

Presentation tools such as InDesign and Photoshop

Environmental Analysis software such Ladybug and Climate Studio

Preferred

Architectural license

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

FSA/HSA accounts

401k with employer match

PTO and paid holidays

Short-term and long-term disability

Paid parental leave

Commuter benefits

Life insurance

Learning and development opportunities

Company

Perkins&Will

Glassdoor4.0

Since 1935, we’ve believed that design has the power to make the world a better, more beautiful place.

Founded in 1935

Chicago, Illinois, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://perkinswill.com

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