HKS
Senior Designer | Health
HKS, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Overview:
HKS Los Angeles is searching for a talented Senior Designer to join their Health team.
A recognized leader who is responsible for envisioning, designing and delivering exceptional projects for clients. Possesses strong communication skills, a flexible attitude, ability to solve problems creatively and ability to foster and manage effective client relationships. Responsible for high-impact decisions. Coordinates with design talent across the firm and industry to elevate the quality of work overall. Endorses the firm's values by personally influencing client service, innovation and communication. Acts as subject matter expert for design solutions.
Responsibilities:Acts as lead designer on multiple projects developing conceptual design, presentations and implementation documentsGuides and directs multiple project teams to manage the development of design throughout design development and implementation documentsEstablishes the vision and sets project goals in conjunction with the client and project teamLeads design effort and client presentations to develop and support client relationshipsDevelops creative design concepts for projects and expands on concepts of othersManages design solutions based on industry standard construction techniques and engineering principalsOversees schematic land and site planning drawings with graphic content to convey ideas, methodologies and approaches for marketing and proposal requestsOversees the development of and may modify and/or review graphic presentations, 3D rendering and implementation documents to incorporate the design intentOversees delivery of complete project design presentation to client user group or public forumCoordinates with consultants, contractors, fabricators, furniture dealers and regulatory agencies to meet overall project objectives; manages project details with consulting design or engineering firmsResolves complex design issues with innovative and practical solutions to maintain goals and objectives of projectsWorks with respective teams to manage client expectations, team communication and consultant coordinationOversees product research and directs project designers with materials and systems evaluation to make proper selectionsLeads and collaborates in team meetings to discuss project issues, technical issues and coordination with other disciplinesDevelops, recognizes, recruits and grows diverse talentManages conflict effectively and encourages a healthy team environmentActively promotes and incorporates 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 selectionResponsible for delivering a project on defined budget requirements and maintaining accountability to project plan and planned utilization rateMay participate in marketing interviews and project interviewsQualifications:
Accredited professional degree in Architecture, Interior Design or related fieldArchitectural registration strongly preferredTypically 15+ years of experienceSustainable design accreditation preferredProficiency in Revit preferredProficiency in architectural software such as 3D modeling (including Rhino and Grasshopper, 3D Studio MAX, etc.) and AutoCAD preferredExperience with Photoshop, Illustrator, SketchUp and InDesign graphic software preferredProficiency in MS Office Suite preferredSuccessful track record with managing a team and performing duties in a fast-paced environmentExperience with the entire project lifecycle, through post-occupancyStrong knowledge of sustainability and integrated design guidelinesKnowledge of the appropriate use of building systems, materials and technologiesKnowledge of furniture, furnishings and equipment (FF&E) and Environmental Graphic processKnowledge of architectural building systems, applicable codes and regulationsStrong presentation skills and graphic and visualization skills to communicate design ideasStrong organizational skills and the ability to work on multiple projects at the same timeAbility to communicate in a clear, concise and professional manner both verbally and in writing
Base Salary Range: $120-144k annually - for Los Angeles only
The estimate displayed represents the general base salary range of candidates hired in Los Angeles only. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.
HKS offers a comprehensive total compensation & benefits package with health, dental, and vision care coverage, 401(k) plans, life & AD&D insurance, short/long term disability plans, paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, vacation), and much more for benefits-eligible employees. To learn more about our benefits visit this page.
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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
HKS Los Angeles is searching for a talented Senior Designer to join their Health team.
A recognized leader who is responsible for envisioning, designing and delivering exceptional projects for clients. Possesses strong communication skills, a flexible attitude, ability to solve problems creatively and ability to foster and manage effective client relationships. Responsible for high-impact decisions. Coordinates with design talent across the firm and industry to elevate the quality of work overall. Endorses the firm's values by personally influencing client service, innovation and communication. Acts as subject matter expert for design solutions.
Responsibilities:Acts as lead designer on multiple projects developing conceptual design, presentations and implementation documentsGuides and directs multiple project teams to manage the development of design throughout design development and implementation documentsEstablishes the vision and sets project goals in conjunction with the client and project teamLeads design effort and client presentations to develop and support client relationshipsDevelops creative design concepts for projects and expands on concepts of othersManages design solutions based on industry standard construction techniques and engineering principalsOversees schematic land and site planning drawings with graphic content to convey ideas, methodologies and approaches for marketing and proposal requestsOversees the development of and may modify and/or review graphic presentations, 3D rendering and implementation documents to incorporate the design intentOversees delivery of complete project design presentation to client user group or public forumCoordinates with consultants, contractors, fabricators, furniture dealers and regulatory agencies to meet overall project objectives; manages project details with consulting design or engineering firmsResolves complex design issues with innovative and practical solutions to maintain goals and objectives of projectsWorks with respective teams to manage client expectations, team communication and consultant coordinationOversees product research and directs project designers with materials and systems evaluation to make proper selectionsLeads and collaborates in team meetings to discuss project issues, technical issues and coordination with other disciplinesDevelops, recognizes, recruits and grows diverse talentManages conflict effectively and encourages a healthy team environmentActively promotes and incorporates 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 selectionResponsible for delivering a project on defined budget requirements and maintaining accountability to project plan and planned utilization rateMay participate in marketing interviews and project interviewsQualifications:
Accredited professional degree in Architecture, Interior Design or related fieldArchitectural registration strongly preferredTypically 15+ years of experienceSustainable design accreditation preferredProficiency in Revit preferredProficiency in architectural software such as 3D modeling (including Rhino and Grasshopper, 3D Studio MAX, etc.) and AutoCAD preferredExperience with Photoshop, Illustrator, SketchUp and InDesign graphic software preferredProficiency in MS Office Suite preferredSuccessful track record with managing a team and performing duties in a fast-paced environmentExperience with the entire project lifecycle, through post-occupancyStrong knowledge of sustainability and integrated design guidelinesKnowledge of the appropriate use of building systems, materials and technologiesKnowledge of furniture, furnishings and equipment (FF&E) and Environmental Graphic processKnowledge of architectural building systems, applicable codes and regulationsStrong presentation skills and graphic and visualization skills to communicate design ideasStrong organizational skills and the ability to work on multiple projects at the same timeAbility to communicate in a clear, concise and professional manner both verbally and in writing
Base Salary Range: $120-144k annually - for Los Angeles only
The estimate displayed represents the general base salary range of candidates hired in Los Angeles only. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.
HKS offers a comprehensive total compensation & benefits package with health, dental, and vision care coverage, 401(k) plans, life & AD&D insurance, short/long term disability plans, paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, vacation), and much more for benefits-eligible employees. To learn more about our benefits visit this page.
#LI-KT1
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