Science & Technology Planner

Perkins&Will • Austin, TX

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About The Position

As a Science & Technology Planner at Perkins&Will, you will apply planning and architectural expertise to support project teams throughout programming, master planning, design, and project delivery. You will help ensure projects meet firm and client goals for design quality, schedules, budgets, and standards, while contributing to team performance and mentoring staff. The role includes gathering and evaluating facility information, developing and reviewing design and documentation, coordinating with clients, colleagues, partners, and consultants, and participating in marketing and design-review activities.

Requirements

• 8–10+ years of requisite experience.
• Professional degree in architecture or a related discipline.
• Advanced knowledge of 2D/3D production software.
• Knowledge of BIM, building codes, site analysis, preliminary design studies, contract documents, field measurements, life-safety requirements, specifications, construction contract administration, and construction techniques.
• Knowledge of LEAN concepts or accreditation.
• Knowledge of OSPHD requirements (California-specific).
• Professional architectural license or 25 years of experience in the design profession is preferred.
• Obtain LEED Green Associate (GA) within six months of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Professional architectural license or 25 years of experience in the design profession.
• Professional accreditation in an area of Living Design, such as 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.
• ACHA accreditation.
• Knowledge of Certificate of Need requirements, which vary by state.
• Experience with conceptual modeling tools such as Rhino and Grasshopper.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, Adobe Suite, visualization tools such as Enscape and VRay, and presentation tools such as InDesign and Photoshop.

Responsibilities

• Execute the design process and address project complexities in accordance with firm and project goals and standards.
• Provide master-planning, design, and related architecture expertise.
• Collaborate with the project team to meet design, quality, schedule, client, and budget objectives.
• Help clients determine facility goals and objectives through programming, and assist with producing architectural programs.
• Participate actively on the project team and communicate with team members in a timely manner.
• Participate in marketing proposals and interviews.
• Prepare alternate design solutions based on clients’ long-range plans during master-planning and design phases.
• Support team members during schematic design.
• Provide room and apartment layouts and assist with selecting building systems.
• Help incorporate program requirements during construction-document production.
• Assist in evaluating existing facilities.
• Manage, develop, and facilitate data collection through interviews, focus groups, end-user surveys, observation, and post-occupancy evaluation.
• Review work for accuracy, omissions, legibility, and compliance with the Project Delivery Manual.
• Participate and collaborate in design reviews, charrettes, and pin-ups.
• Communicate and provide direction to inspire strong team performance.
• Mentor staff.
• Coordinate effectively with partners and consultants.

What This Job Offers

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