Design Leader

HMC Architects•Seattle, WA

35d•$65,591 - $95,254•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Design Leader with Pre-K project experience to join our team. This role is responsible for managing small-scale projects through all phases of design and delivery, while contributing to larger project teams as needed. The Design Leader will support Senior Project Managers by preparing interior architectural documentation and ensuring adherence to established work plans, schedules, and project objectives. This position requires strong collaboration skills and regular coordination with architects, consultants, and internal team members to achieve design excellence and project success. This position is located in Seattle, Washington and will support Bassetti, a design studio of HMC Architects. The position requires 3 days in the office and the ability to work from home Monday's and Fridays.

Requirements

Architectural degree from an accredited university or equivalent demonstrated proficiency
Minimum of five (5) years experience in architecture design and in the production coordination of documents in all phases of architecture practice
Able to establish productive working relationships, and deal effectively and cooperatively with team members, consultants, and government agencies
Display willingness to make decisions; exhibit sound and accurate judgment; support and explain reasoning for decisions; include appropriate people in decision-making process; make timely decisions
Ability to professionally communicate both verbally and in writing to give assignments to office support staff, consultants, and vendors
Ability to delegate assignments to support staff and always be respectful
Ability to correspond effectively with consultants for Revit files and minor directives
Proficient in the documentation of project design in Revit such as three-dimensional modeling in Rhino and Enscape
Exhibit advanced proficiency in Revit by handling complex editing tasks, setting up project drawing files, managing all Revit files, and troubleshooting any issues on the HMC Revit platform
Understand technical terminology of the architectural and construction industry
Demonstrate design communication skills via sketching and hand drawings
Understand requirements/deliverables of all phases
Demonstrate thorough knowledge of the applicable building codes for independent code analysis and compliance

Responsibilities

Coordinate projects with team members and consultants to resolve conflicts and discrepancies
Assist in development of project interview materials
Assist in development of project documents during all phases of the project
Apply building code concepts of accessibility, occupant loads, exit widths, fire rated walls and doors, ramps, stairs and handrails
Understanding of basic construction systems of walls, roofs, doors, and windows
Coordinate a projects design intent through the construction document and construction phases
Help select appropriate materials, systems and develop all construction details and systems
Coordinate the design intent in the development of outline specifications
Prepare complex plans, elevations, and details under guidance of supervisor
Participate in the creation of working drawings, and fulfill requirements/deliverables of SD, DD, and CD phases
Coordinate with government agencies, utility companies and obtain plan check approvals
Lead and assist in the development and documentation of project design, such as three-dimensional Revit modeling, physical models, and product or material research
Prepare various Design Communication and Presentation materials including sketches, rendered 2D & 3D drawings, rendered perspectives, slide shows and material selection boards
Participate in the creation of documents required by governing agencies
Estimate hours for assigned tasks and finish tasks within agreed-upon budget hours for the task
Participate in office design charettes
Lead and participate in design awards and publications efforts
Support design team and ensure that the design intent is followed through all phases
Update supervisor on statuses of projects
Interact with lead designers to solve project issues, and integrate design intent with project document development through all phases
Support project designer and project manager in supervision and delegation of work
Other duties as assigned