Designer I

WATG and Wimberly Interiors•Los Angeles, CA

3h•Onsite

About The Position

WATG is the world’s preeminent destination and hospitality design firm. We are employee-owned, almost 80 years young, and home to over 500 creative, globe-trotting professionals located remotely and in our offices in Atlantic City, California, Dallas, New York, Honolulu, London, Singapore, and Shanghai. Our approach to design applies a hospitality ethos to the development of all shapes and sizes. From initial feasibility studies to finishing touches, we operate globally as an integrated, multidisciplinary practice. Along with our interior design studio, Wimberly Interiors, we specialize in hospitality, gaming + entertainment, urban + mixed-use, and high-end residential design. We were founded in Honolulu in 1945, and the spirit of the islands taught us to focus on community strength, self-reliance, and sustainability – which we still prioritize today. We passionately believe that culture and heritage are the roots that lead to long-term resilience. We stay true to our values of designing spaces that respect, protect, and enhance the natural magic of their surroundings while delivering long-term value for our clients and their communities. WATG is hiring a Designer I - Architecture Studio for our office in Los Angeles, California.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture
Developing professional with experience designing small-to-mid-size architectural projects
Proficient technical knowledge of Revit AutoCAD and 3D modeling
Sketching skills required
Ability to work in a team environment
Ability to meet deadlines consistently and effectively
Effective written and verbal communication
Effective presentation skills
Ability to manage multiple project priorities

Nice To Haves

Environmental accreditation desired

Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Project Designer or a more senior project leader, develops, modifies, and reviews drawings ensuring the incorporation of design intent
Develops a growing understanding of the requirements to complete the project through all required phases of the project
Duties may include the development and implementation of project design concepts, project modelling, developing sketches, conducting research and data collection, preparing presentations and reports, and general production of design and construction documents
Works on multiple projects, providing concepts and techniques in ways that may explore new ways of achieving design solutions, completing tasks within established deadlines and budgets, and effectively utilizing resources to address project requirements
Interacts with clients and consultants, participates in project development and presents ideas clearly and persuasively
Prepares, manages and modifies architectural documents, elevations, sections, and details, as directed by others in the project team, following standards and archiving documents as appropriate
Develops solutions to technical and design problems following established design standards
May assist in the development of project scope, plans, and services during the contract process
Prepares 2D and 3D presentations, design drawings and renderings
Compiles data and performs fundamental design computations
Performs product research and may assist Project Designers and Project Architects with materials selection and system research
Incorporates Integrated Sustainable Design solutions into projects
Takes personal responsibility for fostering a green workplace through sustainable work practices
Fosters a commitment to external and internal client service