Designer - Senior Living

Overview:

Exercises independent judgment in evaluation, selection and use of standard techniques, and solves problems when encountered. Collaborates on exceptional design and delivery for clients to complete assignments with originality and ingenuity. Anticipates job expectations and contributes to project and design solutions.

Responsibilities:

Compiles data and performs design computations in collaboration with project team

Works with senior designer(s) and project team(s) on conceptual designs, presentations, design development and production to deliver projects on time and within budget

Applies creative design concepts to projects and expands on concepts of others

May participate in project proposals to develop design solutions

Understands industry standard construction techniques, building regulations and engineering principles to apply to project plans

Supports design effort and client presentations to develop client relationships

Develops, modifies and/or reviews drawings to incorporate the design intent

Produces graphic presentations, 3D renderings and implementation documents

Collaborates on the development of design throughout appropriate phases of the project

Assist in the research of material requirements and costs for projects

Prepares presentation/design drawings and may build models for client/project team review

Organizes and delivers complete project design presentations to client user group or public forum

Coordinates with consultants, contractors and regulatory agencies to meet overall project objectives

Resolves complex design issues with innovative and practical solutions

Works with team to manage client expectations, team communication and consultant coordination

Fosters and maintains a collaborative professional working relationship with the project team

Promotes the firm’s principles of ‘design excellence’ through the integration of responsible and sustainable design practice with the art of design, including understanding mindful materials evaluation and selection

Qualifications:

Accredited professional degree in Architecture or related field

Architectural registration strongly preferred

Typically 5+ years of experience

Sustainable design accreditation preferred

Proficiency in Revit

Proficiency in architectural software such as 3D modeling (including Rhino and Grasshopper, 3D Studio MAX, etc.) and AutoCAD preferred

Experience with Photoshop, Illustrator, SketchUp and InDesign graphic software preferred

Proficiency in MS Office Suite preferred

Knowledge of sustainability and integrated design guidelines

Knowledge of furniture, furnishings and equipment (FF&E) and Environmental Graphic process

Experience with the entire project lifecycle, through post-occupancy

Strong knowledge of materials, construction techniques and building codes

Strong presentation skills and graphic and visualization skills to communicate design ideas

Strong organizational skills and the ability to work on multiple projects at the same time

Ability to communicate in a clear, concise and professional manner both verbally and in writing

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If you currently work for HKS, please submit your application via the Internal Careers Portal.

HKS is an EEO/AA Employer: M/F/Disabled/Veteran

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