Senior Urban Designer

Perkins&Will•Boston, MA

About The Position

As a Senior Urban Designer , you will be 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. You will manage project teams, foster collaboration, and demonstrate strong and effective communication and direction which inspires high team performance, design ideas, and successful project delivery. You will: Define, monitor, and maintain control of the scope of work and services for the project including project schedule and work plan both to direct the project team and the client team. Lead efforts in developing, validating, and negotiating project scope and fee, budget, and scope of services during the marketing and contract development process. Participate in marketing opportunities and begins to develop successful client experiences. Be responsible for meeting or exceeding the financial goals established for the project and providing timely and appropriate information to Project Accountant to initiate invoicing. Coordinate with other local governments and recommends approval or denials of proposals. Meet with public officials and the public regarding development plans and land use. Educate civic leaders and the public about the details of the projects scheduled for their communities. Interpret gathered data and research. Analyze sites, programs, and other key project elements through quantitative and qualitative means. Develop analytical and design drawings throughout the design process using analog (through sketching and physical modeling) and digital means (through digital analyses, sketching, and modeling). Collaborate with client and/or public to create strategic planning options. Strategize, outline, mockup, and develop design documentation including creates and interprets maps and diagrams, master plan reports, design guidelines, and client-ready presentation materials. Coordinate all aspects of project deliverables. Review, evaluate, and integrate zoning and policy requirements into project design. Develop strategies for key urban frameworks and systems including but not limited to circulation, open space, buildings, and infrastructure. Perform advanced development calculations according to specified standards and proposed development controls. Lead project-related client and public discussions and presentations. Monitor the performance of the project team and approach to ensure our quality standards and design goals are being met. Mentor staff. Exercise creative judgment in all aspects of the design process. Participate actively within collaborative team settings such as: casual team interactions, design charettes, reviews, and pin-ups. Keep open communication within the team. Communicate ideas and thoughts in a way that inspires others. Effectively coordinate with other design partners and consultants.

Requirements

Typical Years of Requisite Experience: 8-10+ years
Site and design research
Site analytics
Planning and zoning code analytics
Concept and detailed design studies
Production of drawings and deliverables
Hand-drawn and digital sketching
Computational analysis
Functional knowledge of 2D/3D production software (Revit, Rhino)
Functional knowledge of digital sketching/diagramming software (Illustrator)
Functional knowledge of analytical tools (ArcGIS, Grasshopper)
Functional knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
Functional knowledge of visualization tools (Enscape, VRay)
Functional knowledge of physical modeling making
Functional knowledge of presentation tools (InDesign, PowerPoint)
Bachelor’s degree in urban design, landscape, architecture, or related discipline required
AICP certification
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

Nice To Haves

Professional Licensure: Not required, but professional licensure is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Define, monitor, and maintain control of the scope of work and services for the project including project schedule and work plan both to direct the project team and the client team.
Lead efforts in developing, validating, and negotiating project scope and fee, budget, and scope of services during the marketing and contract development process.
Participate in marketing opportunities and begins to develop successful client experiences.
Be responsible for meeting or exceeding the financial goals established for the project and providing timely and appropriate information to Project Accountant to initiate invoicing.
Coordinate with other local governments and recommends approval or denials of proposals.
Meet with public officials and the public regarding development plans and land use.
Educate civic leaders and the public about the details of the projects scheduled for their communities.
Interpret gathered data and research.
Analyze sites, programs, and other key project elements through quantitative and qualitative means.
Develop analytical and design drawings throughout the design process using analog (through sketching and physical modeling) and digital means (through digital analyses, sketching, and modeling).
Collaborate with client and/or public to create strategic planning options.
Strategize, outline, mockup, and develop design documentation including creates and interprets maps and diagrams, master plan reports, design guidelines, and client-ready presentation materials.
Coordinate all aspects of project deliverables.
Review, evaluate, and integrate zoning and policy requirements into project design.
Develop strategies for key urban frameworks and systems including but not limited to circulation, open space, buildings, and infrastructure.
Perform advanced development calculations according to specified standards and proposed development controls.
Lead project-related client and public discussions and presentations.
Monitor the performance of the project team and approach to ensure our quality standards and design goals are being met.
Mentor staff.
Exercise creative judgment in all aspects of the design process.
Participate actively within collaborative team settings such as: casual team interactions, design charettes, reviews, and pin-ups.
Keep open communication within the team.
Communicate ideas and thoughts in a way that inspires others.
Effectively coordinate with other design partners and consultants.