Designer II
About The Position
Perkins&Will is seeking a Designer II for its San Diego studio. The role contributes creative energy and design thinking to project teams, generating drawings under supervision through schematic design, design development, and construction documents. The Designer II takes increasing ownership of project tasks and studio activities by demonstrating accuracy, completeness, legibility, and compliance with the Project Delivery Manual. The position participates in design reviews, charrettes, and pin-ups, and coordinates effectively with project partners and consultants. Clear communication is important, including explaining design thinking to project leads, consultants, and clients. Perkins&Will values curiosity about design and the industry, including interest in building details, material innovations, and precedent projects. Applicants should have a bachelor's degree in architecture or a related discipline, be preparing for the ARE with active involvement in AXP, and have BIM proficiency, intermediate Revit skills, and experience with Rhino/Grasshopper. Familiarity with building codes, life safety requirements, and construction documents is expected. LEED GA must be obtained within six months of hire, along with one Living Design accreditation from the listed options.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in architecture or a related discipline.
- Preparing for the ARE with active involvement in AXP.
- BIM proficiency.
- Intermediate proficiency in Revit.
- Proficiency with Rhino/Grasshopper.
- Familiarity with building codes, life safety requirements, and construction documents.
- Obtain LEED GA within six months of hire.
- Obtain one Living Design accreditation: LEED AP Specialty, BREEAM AP, WELL AP, SITES AP, CPHC/CPHD, or ILFI.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with 3D printing or laser cutting.
- Experience with Enscape or V-Ray.
Responsibilities
- Generate drawings under supervision for schematic design, design development, and construction documents.
- Think through design problems and contribute creative ideas to project teams.
- Take increasing ownership of project tasks and studio activities as demonstrated readiness allows.
- Self-check work for accuracy, omissions, legibility, and compliance with the Project Delivery Manual.
- Participate in design reviews, charrettes, and pin-ups with prepared opinions and design contributions.
- Coordinate effectively with project partners and consultants.
- Communicate design thinking clearly to project leads, consultants, and clients.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) retirement plan.
- Paid time off.
- Professional development stipend.
- Dedicated continuing education time.
- Performance-based bonuses.
- Access to firmwide affinity groups and leadership development programs.
- Studio initiatives and events.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
