Overview
With over 30 years in practice, one of the country's leading architectural & interior design firms specializing in life sciences, education, and workplace is actively seeking a Project Designer to join their San Diego office. The studio specializes in the design of laboratories, clean rooms, manufacturing facilities, data centers, and high-performance workplace environments, for clients working in the life sciences, electronics, mission-critical, education, and medicine.
With 180 staff, they provide programming, master planning, building, and interior design services, including laboratory, cGMP, and medical planning, to new and established companies, institutions, developers, and healthcare providers. Office locations include Mountain View, San Francisco, Sacramento, and San Diego.
Role Requirements
Individuals that are passionate about Building Design, driven, and looking for an opportunity to join a highly creative team are encouraged to apply. The ideal candidate will have experience with entitlements and San Diego coastal issues. The successful candidate will possess a good foundational understanding of technical building planning is preferred for instant contribution, but the team is also open to someone eager to learn. Good presentation skills.
Qualifications

• Bachelor with a Master's Degree preferred in Architecture
• Minimum of 7 years of work experience, California License preferred
• Fluency in 3D modeling and graphics software
• Strong Presentation skills
• Broad understanding of Construction, Structural, and Building Service Systems
• Broad understanding of Building and Municipal Code
• Conversant in Architectural history and contemporary theory
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Exceptional organizational skills
• Ability to work effectively on multiple projects and maintain deadlines in a team environment
• Experience/Portfolio in Technology Orientated / Life Science Buildings preferred

Job Description

• Work alongside the Design Principal and team in developing conceptual and schematic design work suitable for Client presentation
• Participate in internal Design reviews and Client presentations
• Contribute to the design culture of the firm and actively participate in mentoring staff
• Flexibility to work on short deadlines and occasional travel

The studio is seeking high-energy, creative, well-rounded people with a desire to collaborate/communicate and create innovative design for their prestigious clients throughout California. They offer an excellent salary, bonus & benefit package including, medical, dental, vision, disability, life and 401k/profit sharing plan, along with opportunities for growth and alternative work schedules.
They are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that values workplace diversity.
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