Project Designer

About the role

The Project Designer will guide projects from schematic design through construction documents, applying strong technical and BIM skills, and using graphic storytelling to advance project scope.

Responsibilities

• Understands and consistently executes all aspects of the design process and project complexities to proactively contribute to the overall success of the team while adhering to firm and project goals and standards of excellence in design, execution, and living design.
• Prepares schematic designs that optimize design solutions and plans with responsibility for presentation drawings, models, and narratives.
• Understands 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.
• Applies knowledge of building technology, building materials, construction methods, costs, and code to the design process.
• Understands and responds to technical implications and design decisions.
• Prepares client presentation packages, external publications, and award submissions.
• Participates 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.
• Participates and collaborates 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.
• Collaborates effectively with partners and consultants throughout the schematic and design development phases.

Requirements

• 8-10+ years of professional experience in architecture or related field.
• Preferred Professional Licensure.
• Proficient in BIM, Building codes, Site analysis, Preliminary design studies, Contract documents, Field measurements, Life safety requirements, Specifications, Construction contract administration, Graphic storytelling, Sketching Software, Advanced Revit, Conceptual modeling tools, Microsoft Office / Adobe Suite, Visualization tools, Environmental Analysis software, and Physical modeling tools.
• LEED GA within 6 months of hire.
• Active involvement in AXP.
• Bachelor's degree in architecture or related discipline.