Designer | Sports

HKS, Inc.•Los Angeles, CA

55d•$74,000 - $92,000•Onsite

About The Position

HKS is searching for a talented Designer to join their Sports team. This role exercises independent judgment in evaluation, selection, and use of standard techniques, and solves problems when encountered. The Designer collaborates on exceptional design and delivery for clients to complete assignments with originality and ingenuity, and anticipates job expectations and contributes to project and design solutions.

Requirements

Accredited professional degree in Architecture or related field
Typically 5+ years of experience
Proficiency in Revit
Knowledge of sustainability and integrated design guidelines
Knowledge of furniture, furnishings and equipment (FF&E) and Environmental Graphic process
Experience with the entire project lifecycle, through post-occupancy
Strong knowledge of materials, construction techniques and building codes
Strong presentation skills and graphic and visualization skills to communicate design ideas
Strong organizational skills and the ability to work on multiple projects at the same time
Ability to maintain existing client relationships and build new client relationships
Ability to communicate in a clear, concise and professional manner both verbally and in writing
Ability to problem solve and apply innovative solutions
Ability to work and collaborate in a team environment
Ability to effectively meet deadlines at expected quality

Nice To Haves

Architectural registration strongly preferred
Sustainable design accreditation preferred
Proficiency in architectural software such as 3D modeling (including Rhino and Grasshopper, 3D Studio MAX, etc.) and AutoCAD preferred
Experience with Photoshop, Illustrator, SketchUp and InDesign graphic software preferred
Proficiency in MS Office Suite preferred
Travel may be required.

Responsibilities

Compiles data and performs design computations in collaboration with project team
Works with senior designer(s) and project team(s) on conceptual designs, presentations, design development and production to deliver projects on time and within budget
Applies creative design concepts to projects and expands on concepts of others
May participate in project proposals to develop design solutions
Understands industry standard construction techniques, building regulations and engineering principles to apply to project plans
Supports design effort and client presentations to develop client relationships
Develops, modifies and/or reviews drawings to incorporate the design intent
Produces graphic presentations, 3D renderings and implementation documents
Collaborates on the development of design throughout appropriate phases of the project
Assist in the research of material requirements and costs for projects
Prepares presentation/design drawings and may build models for client/project team review
Organizes and delivers complete project design presentations to client user group or public forum
Coordinates with consultants, contractors and regulatory agencies to meet overall project objectives
Resolves complex design issues with innovative and practical solutions
Works with team to manage client expectations, team communication and consultant coordination
Supports the firm’s cultural values, including a commitment to quality, innovation, learning and growth
Acts as a mentor by coaching and motivating project team members
Seeks leadership opportunities by providing direction and feedback to team members and collaborating with team leaders
Fosters and maintains a collaborative professional working relationship with the project team
Promotes the firm’s principles of ‘design excellence’ through the integration of responsible and sustainable design practice with the art of design, including understanding mindful materials evaluation and selection
Understands fundamental accounting principles and the project accounting process
Collaborates in delivering a project on defined budget requirements
Responsible for the financial implications of overhead and chargeable time, including accountability to project plan and planned utilization rate
Supports the business development process by identifying new opportunities, marketing current clients for repeat business, and assisting with proposals, budgets and schedules