Perkins Will
Senior Project Designer
Perkins Will, Miami, Florida, United States, 33134
Common and Baseline 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.
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* Architectural license (preferred)* Bachelor's degree in architecture or related discipline required
Typical Years of Requisite Experience:10-15+ years
* 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.
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* Architectural license (preferred)* Bachelor's degree in architecture or related discipline required
Typical Years of Requisite Experience:10-15+ years