Perkins&Will · 9 hours ago
Senior Urban Designer
Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$114K/yr - $168K/yr
8+ years expPerkins&Will is a leading architectural firm, and they are seeking a Senior Urban Designer to lead all phases of the design process. The role involves managing project teams, fostering collaboration, and ensuring successful project delivery while adhering to design excellence standards.
ArchitectureInterior DesignSustainability
Responsibilities
Define, monitor, and maintain control of the scope of work and services for the project including project schedule and work plan both to direct the project team and the client team
Lead efforts in developing, validating, and negotiating project scope and fee, budget, and scope of services during the marketing and contract development process
Participate in marketing opportunities and begins to develop successful client experiences
Be responsible for meeting or exceeding the financial goals established for the project and providing timely and appropriate information to Project Accountant to initiate invoicing
Coordinate with other local governments and recommends approval or denials of proposals
Meet with public officials and the public regarding development plans and land use
Educate civic leaders and the public about the details of the projects scheduled for their communities
Interpret gathered data and research
Analyze sites, programs, and other key project elements through quantitative and qualitative means
Develop analytical and design drawings throughout the design process using analog (through sketching and physical modeling) and digital means (through digital analyses, sketching, and modeling)
Collaborate with client and/or public to create strategic planning options
Strategize, outline, mockup, and develop design documentation including creates and interprets maps and diagrams, master plan reports, design guidelines, and client-ready presentation materials
Coordinate all aspects of project deliverables
Review, evaluate, and integrate zoning and policy requirements into project design
Develop strategies for key urban frameworks and systems including but not limited to circulation, open space, buildings, and infrastructure
Perform advanced development calculations according to specified standards and proposed development controls
Lead project-related client and public discussions and presentations
Monitor the performance of the project team and approach to ensure our quality standards and design goals are being met
Mentor staff
Exercise creative judgment in all aspects of the design process
Participate actively within collaborative team settings such as: casual team interactions, design charettes, reviews, and pin-ups
Keep open communication within the team
Communicate ideas and thoughts in a way that inspires others
Effectively coordinate with other design partners and consultants
Qualification
Required
8-10+ years of requisite experience
Bachelor's degree in urban design, landscape, architecture, or related discipline required
Site and design research
Site analytics
Planning and zoning code analytics
Concept and detailed design studies
Production of drawings and deliverables
Hand-drawn and digital sketching
Computational analysis
Functional knowledge of 2D/3D production software (Revit, Rhino)
Functional knowledge of digital sketching/diagramming software (Illustrator)
Functional knowledge of analytical tools (ArcGIS, Grasshopper)
Functional knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
Functional knowledge of visualization tools (Enscape, VRay)
Functional knowledge of physical modeling making
Functional knowledge of presentation tools (InDesign, PowerPoint)
Preferred
Professional licensure is strongly preferred
AICP certification
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
Company
Perkins&Will
Since 1935, we’ve believed that design has the power to make the world a better, more beautiful place.
1001-5000 employees
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