Designer II - Education

Lionakis•Sacramento, CA

13d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are looking for an experienced Designer II to join our Education team working on various projects from K-12 to higher education in our Sacramento office. An ideal candidate will serve as a primary technical resource to project teams, consistently apply and deepen their understanding of general concepts, standards, and team dynamics, and offer high-level technical and design documentation support. This individual has experience with projects ranging in size and complexity in the Education market. We are looking for a stellar individual who wants to change the world, one project at a time.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or equivalent
2-4 years architectural project experience
Proficient with BIM/Revit software programs, MS Office Suite, Bluebeam
Experience coordinating with consultants consistent with the scope of work, if necessary.
Adhere to the company’s established standards for design, quality control, and production.

Nice To Haves

LEED accreditation
Prior experience with Education projects (DSA experience a huge plus)
Prior experience with Sketch-Up, Rhino, or other 3D programs

Responsibilities

Independently develop BIM/Revit design and documentation of drawings while offering non-BIM/Revit software support to project teams.
Collaborate with project leaders to develop and produce solutions for moderately complex design problems.
Conduct project research and incorporate code research into drawings and conduct agency and specification coordination.
Review and evaluate documents for accuracy and coordination within project teams while engaging in all phases of the design and project documentation process.
Develop presentation materials to bolster the design and marketing efforts of the project team.
Use basic project management tools to assist with different phases of projects, including construction administration.
Assist project leads to align client commitments with the project scope of work and guide staff toward accomplishing project goals.
Ensure timely and accurate updating of project records in support of studio project management.
Display time management skills, ensuring tasks are completed accurately and on schedule, and take initiative to seek out guidance or additional tasks, as needed.
Lend support to the project team and market/studio leadership with any additional duties that may be assigned.