Designer II | Aviation

Perkins&Will•Dallas, TX

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Designer II contributes to the success of the project team by adhering to firm and project goals and standards for design, execution, and living design. As an integral member of the design team, this role helps develop creative design ideas, concepts, and solutions; produces drawings under supervision for schematic design, design development, and construction documents; conducts product research; and assists with material selections. The Designer II prepares client presentation materials using critical and creative judgment and completes project tasks in an organized, timely, and consistent manner within schedule and budget. The role includes checking work for accuracy, omissions, legibility, and compliance with the Project Delivery Manual; taking increasing ownership of project and studio tasks; participating in design reviews, charrettes, and pin-ups; communicating openly with the team and designated team leader; and coordinating effectively with partners and consultants. The position calls for knowledge of BIM, building codes, site analysis, preliminary design studies, contract documents, field measurements, life safety requirements, specifications, construction contract administration, and sketching. Software and production capabilities include functional knowledge of 2D/3D production software, intermediate Revit, conceptual modeling tools such as Rhino and Grasshopper, Microsoft Office and Adobe Suite, visualization tools such as Enscape and VRay, physical modeling tools such as 3D printing and laser cutting, presentation tools such as InDesign and Photoshop, and environmental analysis software such as Ladybug and Climate Studio. A bachelor's degree in architecture or a related discipline is required. The role requires obtaining LEED GA within six months of hire, pursuing ARE preparation and active AXP involvement, and attaining professional accreditation in one area of Living Design. Perkins&Will offers a comprehensive benefits package and a hybrid, flexible work environment supported by technology and collaborative tools.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in architecture or a related discipline.
Obtain LEED GA within six months of hire.
Prepare for the ARE and actively participate in AXP.
Professional accreditation in one area of Living Design, such as LEED AP with Specialty, BREEAM AP, WELL AP, SITES AP, CPHC/CPHD, or ILFI Living Future Accreditation.
Proficiency in BIM, building codes, site analysis, preliminary design studies, contract documents, field measurements, life safety requirements, specifications, construction contract administration, and sketching.
Functional knowledge of 2D/3D production software.
Intermediate proficiency in Revit.
Knowledge of conceptual modeling tools such as Rhino and Grasshopper; Microsoft Office and Adobe Suite; visualization tools such as Enscape and VRay; physical modeling tools such as 3D printing and laser cutting; presentation tools such as InDesign and Photoshop; and environmental analysis software such as Ladybug and Climate Studio.

Responsibilities

Contribute proactively to the success of the team by adhering to firm and project goals and standards of excellence in design, execution, and living design.
Assist in generating creative and innovative design ideas, concepts, and solutions as an integral member of the design team.
Generate drawings under supervision for schematic design, design development, and construction documents.
Perform product research and assist the team with material selections.
Prepare client presentation materials using critical and creative judgment and design application skills.
Complete project tasks within schedule and budget in an organized, timely, and consistent way.
Self-check work for accuracy, omissions, legibility, and compliance with the Project Delivery Manual.
Take increasing ownership of tasks within project teams and studio activities.
Participate in design reviews, charrettes, and pin-ups.
Maintain open communication within the team and with the designated team leader.
Communicate ideas and thoughts in a way that inspires others.
Coordinate effectively with partners and consultants.