Project Designer

Perkins&Will • Charlotte, NC

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About The Position

Perkins&Will's North Carolina Studio is seeking a design-driven Project Designer with 8-10 years of experience to guide projects from schematic design through construction documents. You'll apply strong technical and BIM skills, use graphic storytelling to advance project scope, and collaborate with teams and clients to deliver sustainable, human-centered design.

Requirements

• 8-10+ years of experience
• Strong technical and BIM skills
• Proficiency in BIM
• Knowledge of building codes
• Site analysis skills
• Preliminary design studies skills
• Contract documents preparation skills
• Field measurements skills
• Knowledge of life safety requirements
• Knowledge of specifications
• Knowledge of construction contract administration
• Graphic storytelling skills
• Sketching skills
• Advanced knowledge of 2D/3D production software
• Advanced Revit skills
• Conceptual modeling tools such as Rhino and Grasshopper
• Microsoft Office / Adobe Suite skills
• Visualization tools such as Enscape and VRay skills
• Physical modeling tools such as 3D Printing and Laser cutting skills
• Presentation tools such as InDesign and Photoshop skills
• Environmental Analysis software skills (e.g., Ladybug and Climate Studio)
• Bachelor's degree in architecture or related discipline

Nice To Haves

• Professional Licensure: Preferred
• LEED GA within 6 months of hire
• Professional Accreditation in one area of Living Design (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

Responsibilities

• Understands and consistently executes all aspects of the design process and project complexities to proactively contribute to the overall success of the team while adhering to firm and project goals and standards of excellence in design, execution, and living design.
• Prepares schematic designs that optimize design solutions and plans with responsibility for presentation drawings, models, and narratives.
• Understands overall project goals and constraints, including client values, construction and design budget limitations, and schedule requirements.
• Evaluates design alternatives based on site and code requirements.
• Applies knowledge of building technology, building materials, construction methods, costs, and code to the design process.
• Understands and responds to technical implications and design decisions.
• Prepares client presentation packages, external publications, and award submissions.
• Participates in marketing opportunities and develops successful client relationships for continuing business.
• Uses graphic storytelling to advance the project delivery and scope.
• Reviews work for accuracy, omissions, legibility, and for document compliance in accordance with the Project Delivery Manual.
• Participates and collaborates in internal design reviews, charettes, and pin-ups and external community engagements.
• Demonstrates strong and effective communication and direction which inspires high team performance and design ideas.
• Mentors staff.
• Coordinates effectively with partners and consultants throughout the schematic and design development phases.

What This Job Offers

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