Architect II - Hospitality

HKS, Inc.•Salt Lake City, UT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Exercises independent judgment in evaluation, selection and use of standard techniques, and solves problems when encountered. A licensed Architect who possesses and applies a diversified knowledge of architectural principles, practices and procedures to complete assignments with originality and ingenuity. Anticipates job expectations and contributes to project and design solutions. HKS is a global firm of architects, designers, planners and advisors who create places noted for their beauty and performance. Our 1,600 people in 29 offices are united by the belief that an environmental, social and governance approach to design achieves design excellence. In 2023, we became a carbon neutral firm. We value honesty, diversity and inclusion and we celebrate creative thinking. In partnership with our clients and collaborators, we craft powerful ideas and solutions. Together we create places that stand apart.

Requirements

Accredited professional degree in Architecture
Typically 5+ years of experience
Architectural Registration required
Advanced skills in Revit required
Intermediate skills in Navisworks, Bluebeam, Twinmotion, Enscape or other Visualization tools required
Intermediate skills in Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign required
Intermediate skills in Rhino, Grasshopper and Dynamo required
Intermediate skills in MS Office Suite required
Intermediate knowledge of sustainability and integrated design guidelines required
Intermediate knowledge of materials, construction techniques, building codes and QA/QC process required
Intermediate ability to research and apply/incorporate into technical documents required
Intermediate experience with the entire project lifecycle through post-occupancy required
Intermediate presentation, graphic and visualization skills to communicate design ideas required
Intermediate organizational skills and the ability to work on multiple projects at the same time required
Intermediate ability to maintain existing client relationships and build new client relationships required
Intermediate ability to communicate and present ideas in a clear, concise and professional manner both verbally and in writing required
Intermediate ability to problem solve and apply innovative solutions required
Intermediate ability to work and collaborate in a team environment required
Intermediate ability to effectively meet deadlines at expected quality required

Nice To Haves

Hospitality experience preferred
Sustainable design accreditation preferred

Responsibilities

Prepares or modifies complex detailed implementation documents and drawings with or without minimal supervision using diverse knowledge of architectural principles, practices and advanced techniques
May lead team in planning work and developing solutions to technical and design detail problems with limited guidance
May review the preparation of implementation documents by architectural team
Collaborates in preparing project schedules and coordinates with team in order to effectively meet deadlines
Executes deliverables according to scope of services and HKS standards, best practice and quality expectations
Assists with technical resolution and coordination for a defined portion of a project
Validates that code and zoning requirements for assigned segment of project are met
May coordinate with project managers, clients, public agencies, consultants and contractors to incorporate engineering systems, to respond to requests for information, clarifications and modifications, and to obtain approvals
Prepares client presentations and presents design concepts and drawings as needed
Understands and supports negotiations on critical issues with project team
Performs product research; assists project designers with materials and systems evaluation to make proper selections
Participates in team meetings to discuss project issues, technical issues and coordination with other disciplines
May attend on-site visits, field reviews and project meetings and documents as appropriate
May be responsible for preparing meeting minutes for consultant coordination meetings
Travel may be required