Designer III

As a Designer III on the Perkins&Will Houston team, you will: Demonstrate advanced knowledge of project complexity to proactively contribute to the overall success of the team by adhering to firm and project goals and standards of excellence in design, execution, and living design. Develop creative and innovative design ideas, concepts, and solutions while participating as an integral member of the design team. Coordinatesdrawings for schematic design, design development, and construction documents. Analyze product research and identifies material selections. Take an active role in crafting client and non-client design presentation sand prepares corresponding materials. Implement a creative approach to complete tasks and responsibilities on projects, within the scope of schedule and budget, in an organized, timely, and consistent way. Review work for accuracy, omissions, legibility, and for document compliance in accordance with the Project Delivery Manual. Support growth of others. Express curiosity about the world of design and the industry at large. Take increasing ownership on tasks within project teams and studio activities. Participate in design reviews, charettes and pin-ups. Keep open and proactive communication with all and is inspiring within team and designated team leader. Coordinate effectively with partners and consultants. Obtaining your architectural license will result in a title change to Architect III. It does not predicate your title to Project Architect automatically. Advancement to subsequent positions is contingent upon fulfilling the requirements of that role. See corresponding job description for requirements. High-level Summary Of Critical, Baseline Technical Skills And Certifications Proficiencies BIM Building codes Site analysis Preliminary design studies Contract documents Field measurements Life safety requirements Specifications Construction contract administration Graphic storytelling Sketching Software 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 Licensure/Certifications/Education 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 Preparing for ARE and active involvement in AXP Bachelor's degree in architecture or related discipline required Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Perkins&Will has established and adopted an Equal Employment Opportunity Employment policy ("EEO"), which is part of the Company’s Human Resources Policy. The purpose of this EEO policy is to ensure that all employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis, and without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, gender reassignment, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable national, federal, state, or local law. In some cases, local laws and regulations may provide greater protections than those outlined here and employees will be covered by the laws of their local jurisdiction. #J-18808-Ljbffr Perkins&Will