Senior Project Designer

Perkins&Will•San Francisco, CA

2d•$128,800 - $189,300•Onsite

About The Position

Perkins&Will San Francisco is currently looking for a talented Senior Project Designer. This role is for individuals committed to design excellence, who thrive in a collaborative environment, have a passion for sustainability, and demonstrate a high degree of creativity and entrepreneurship. The position involves changing the world through design.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in architecture or related discipline required
10-15+ years of professional experience
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
BIM
Building codes
Site analysis
Preliminary design studies
Contract documents
Field measurements
Life safety requirements
Specifications
Construction contract administration
Graphic storytelling
Sketching
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

Nice To Haves

Architectural license (preferred)

Responsibilities

Responsible for leading all phases of the design process with a high level of proficiency and expertise while adhering to firm and project goals and standards of excellence in design, execution, and living design.
Initiates and creates schematic designs that optimize design solutions and plans with responsibility for presentation drawings, models, and narratives.
Promotes and manages 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.
Expertly applies knowledge of building technology, building materials, construction methods, costs, and code to the design process.
Identifies and responds to technical implications and design decisions.
Prepares client presentation packages, external publications, and award submissions.
Plays essential role 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.
Leads collaborative teams 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.
Accountable for effective coordination with partners and consultants throughout the schematic and design development phases.