Design Professional I - Architecture

HKS • Los Angeles, CA

5h

About The Position

The Design Professional I supports project teams by applying developing professional skills to basic design and technical tasks using standard techniques and knowledge under general supervision. The role is suited to someone eager to learn, highly organized, and willing to contribute creatively to the team. Assignments may include higher-level work for training and development purposes, with some design responsibility as assigned.

Requirements

• Accredited professional degree in Architecture or a related field.
• Typically 0–3 years of experience.
• On the path to Architectural Registration.
• Basic skills in Revit, Rhino, and Grasshopper; intermediate skills preferred.
• Basic skills in Bluebeam, Twinmotion, Enscape, or other visualization tools.
• Basic knowledge of Navisworks and Dynamo.
• Basic skills in Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and MS Office Suite.
• Basic knowledge of sustainability and integrated design guidelines; materials, construction techniques, building codes, and QA/QC processes.
• Basic presentation, graphic, and visualization skills to communicate ideas.
• Basic experience with the full project lifecycle through post-occupancy.
• Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and professionally verbally and in writing.
• Ability to problem solve, collaborate on innovative solutions, and work in a team environment.
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines at the expected quality.

Nice To Haves

• Sustainable design accreditation.
• Intermediate skills in Revit, Rhino, and Grasshopper.

Responsibilities

• Modify or create implementation documents using standard architectural techniques, collaborative design computations, and procedures under direction.
• Perform routine architectural assignments and collaborate with team members on designated design responsibilities.
• Attend on-site visits, field reviews, and client or project meetings as appropriate.
• Assist with proposals, presentations, schedules, implementation documentation, and samples.
• Communicate with other disciplines, vendors, and contractors to incorporate information into project requirements.
• Participate in team meetings about project, design, technical, and coordination issues.
• Travel as required.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision care coverage.
• 401(k) plans.
• Life and AD&D insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability plans.
• Paid days off, including sick leave, parental leave, and vacation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level