Designer II

Perkins&Will • San Diego, CA

2d

About The Position

Perkins&Will is seeking a Designer II for its San Diego studio. The role contributes creative thinking to project teams and produces drawings under supervision through schematic design, design development, and construction documents. The designer takes increasing ownership of project tasks and studio activities as they demonstrate readiness, and is expected to review their own work for accuracy, completeness, legibility, and compliance with the Project Delivery Manual.

The position involves participating with prepared ideas in design reviews, charrettes, and pin-ups, and coordinating effectively with partners and consultants. Clear communication is important for explaining design thinking to project leads, consultants, and clients. The studio seeks a curious designer who takes an active interest in design, the industry, material innovations, and precedent projects.

The role requires a bachelor's degree in architecture or a related discipline, preparation for the Architect Registration Examination (ARE) with active involvement in the Architectural Experience Program (AXP), and LEED Green Associate (GA) accreditation within six months of hire. Candidates must also hold one of the listed living design accreditations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in architecture or a related discipline.
• Preparing for the Architect Registration Examination (ARE) with active involvement in the Architectural Experience Program (AXP).
• BIM proficiency, including intermediate Revit and Rhino/Grasshopper.
• Familiarity with building codes, life safety requirements, and construction documents.
• Microsoft Office and Adobe Suite skills.
• Enscape or V-Ray experience.
• Obtain LEED Green Associate (GA) accreditation within six months of hire.
• Hold one living design accreditation: LEED AP Specialty, BREEAM AP, WELL AP, SITES AP, CPHC/CPHD, or ILFI.

Nice To Haves

• 3D printing or laser cutting experience.

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 readiness is demonstrated.
• Self-check work for accuracy, omissions, legibility, and compliance with the Project Delivery Manual.
• Come prepared with opinions and ideas to design reviews, charrettes, and pin-ups.
• 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 and dedicated continuing education time.
• Performance-based bonuses.
• Access to firmwide affinity groups and leadership development programs.
• Studio initiatives and events.

What This Job Offers

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