Designer I

Perkins&WillChicago, IL
$55,000 - $62,000Onsite

About The Position

As a Designer I, you will provide assistance throughout the design process under routine guidance, contributing to the overall success of the team by adhering to firm and project goals and standards of excellence in design, execution, and living design. You will support the preparation of creative and innovative design ideas, concepts, and solutions while participating as an integral member of the design team. You will provide design support under supervision for schematic design, design development, and construction documents. You will perform product research and assist the team with material selections, and assist in preparing client presentation materials using design application skills and creative ideas. Use a creative approach to perform tasks and responsibilities on projects in an organized, timely, and consistent way. Self-check work for accuracy, omissions, legibility, and compile data for document compliance in accordance with the Project Delivery Manual. Proactively ask questions and express curiosity about the world of design and the industry at large. Provide support to tasks within project teams (may focus on individual detailed tasks) and studio activities. Participate in design reviews, charrettes, and pin-ups. Keep open communication within the team and with the designated team leader. Communicate ideas and thoughts in a way that inspires others. Assist with coordination among partners and consultants.

Requirements

  • 0-3 years of experience
  • A professional degree in Architecture, Design, or a related discipline
  • Proficiency in 3D modeling, visualization, and graphic software; Revit strongly preferred
  • Additional proficiencies may include site analysis, preliminary design studies, and field measurements
  • Additional skills should include Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Excel, Lumion, and Rhino
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills
  • Problem solving skills, attention to detail, and motivation to learn
  • Collaborative and professional work ethic
  • LEED GA or within 6 months of hire
  • Preparing for ARE exams

Responsibilities

  • Provide assistance throughout the design process under routine guidance
  • Contribute to the overall success of the team by adhering to firm and project goals and standards of excellence in design, execution, and living design
  • Support preparation of creative and innovative design ideas, concepts, and solutions while participating as an integral member of the design team
  • Provide design support under supervision for schematic design, design development, and construction documents
  • Perform product research and assist team with material selections
  • Assist in preparing client presentation materials using design application skills and creative ideas
  • Use a creative approach to perform tasks and responsibilities on projects in an organized, timely, and consistent way
  • Self-check work for accuracy, omissions, legibility, and compile data for document compliance in accordance with the Project Delivery Manual
  • Proactively ask questions and express curiosity about the world of design and the industry at large
  • Provide support to tasks within project teams (may focus on individual detailed tasks) and studio activities
  • Participate in design reviews, charrettes, and pin-ups
  • Keep open communication within team and with designated team leader
  • Communicate ideas and thoughts in a way that inspires others
  • Assist with coordination among partners and consultants
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