Designer III

Perkins&Will•Los Angeles, CA

4d•$82,000 - $104,700

About The Position

At Perkins&Will, we passionately believe that design can transform lives and enhance communities, creating healthy, sustainable places to live, learn, work, play, heal, move, and explore. We’re in it for the greater good; we design to create places with meaning, and we design with purpose. Join the brightest minds in architecture! The Perkins&Will SoCal Practice (Los Angeles and San Diego) is seeking a talented and enthusiastic Designer III to join a highly collaborative and dynamic healthcare team. The ideal individual will have 5+ years of experience and be a self-starter with strong skills.

Requirements

Typical Years of Requisite Experience: 5+
BIM
Building codes
Site analysis
Preliminary design studies
Contract documents
Field measurements
Life safety requirements
Specifications
Construction contract administration
Graphic storytelling
Sketching
Software Advanced knowledge of 2D/3D production software
Advanced Revit
Conceptual modeling tools such as Rhino and Grasshopper
Microsoft Office / 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
Environmental Analysis software such Ladybug and Climate Studio
LEED GA within 6 months of hire
Professional Accreditation in one area of Living Design that interests you: LEED AP with Specialty, BREEAM AP, WELL AP, SITES AP, Passive House Institute Certified Passive House Consultant/Designer CPHC/CPHD ,or ILFI Living Future Accreditation
Preparing for ARE and active involvement in AXP
Bachelor's degree in architecture or related discipline required

Responsibilities

Demonstrates advanced knowledge of project complexity to proactively contribute to the overall success of the team by adhering to firm and project goals and standards of excellence in design, execution, and living design.
Develops creative and innovative design ideas, concepts, and solutions while participating as an integral member of the design team.
Coordinates drawings for schematic design, design development, and construction documents.
Analyzes product research and identifies material selections.
Takes an active role in crafting client and non-client design presentation sand prepares corresponding materials.
Implements a creative approach to complete tasks and responsibilities on projects, within the scope of schedule and budget, in an organized, timely, and consistent way.
Reviews work for accuracy, omissions, legibility, and for document compliance in accordance with the Project Delivery Manual.
Supports growth of others.
Expresses curiosity about the world of design and the industry at large.
Takes increasing ownership on tasks within project teams and studio activities.
Participates in design reviews, charettes and pin-ups.
Keeps open and proactive communication with all and is inspiring within team and designated team leader.
Coordinates effectively with partners and consultants.