Designer

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 achieving design excellence on time and within budget
• Uses design iteration to develop concepts and expand on concepts of other team members
• 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 the model and related documents
• 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 presentations/design assets 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

Qualifications:

Education and Experience

• Accredited professional degree in Architecture or related field required
• 5+ years of experience preferred

Licenses and Certifications

• Architectural registration strongly preferred
• Sustainable design accreditation preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Advanced – expert-level experience, knowledge or skills

Intermediate – experience, knowledge or skills required to produce high-quality solutions or work

Basic – familiar with primary concepts or capabilities and can perform elementary functions

• Advanced experience and skills in Revit, Navisworks, Rhino and Grasshopper required
• Basic experience with Photoshop, Illustrator, SketchUp and InDesign graphic software required; intermediate preferred
• Basic skills in MS Office Suite preferred
• Intermediate knowledge of sustainability and integrative design required
• Basic knowledge of furniture, furnishings and equipment (FF&E) and Environmental Graphic process required
• Intermediate experience with the entire project lifecycle, through post-occupancy required
• Intermediate knowledge of materials, construction techniques and building codes required
• Intermediate presentation, graphic and visualization skills to communicate design ideas required
• Intermediate organizational skills and the ability to work on multiple projects at the same time required
• Intermediate ability to build and maintain client relationships required
• Basic ability to communicate in a clear, concise and professional manner both verbally and in writing preferred
• Intermediate ability to problem solve and apply innovative solutions required
• Intermediate ability to collaborate collaboration in a team environment required
• Advanced ability to effectively meet deadlines at expected quality required
• Travel may be required

Base Salary Range: $72k - $90k annually – Washington D.C. locations only.

The estimate displayed represents the general base salary range of candidates hired in Washington D.C. 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

The information contained in this job description is intended to serve as a minimum requirement and guideline — not as a guarantee — for promotion to this level. Some additional criteria, qualifications or expectations may be required by service, sector or practice group.

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