Project Designer

As a Project Designer, you are an integral part of the project design team. You must understand a project's complex parameters and, in collaboration with the Senior Designer and other team members, help transform them into clear and comprehensive design solutions. You are expected to apply a combination of strong communication skills (both graphic and verbal), creativity, and problem-solving abilities to meet the project's design goals and objectives. A foundational understanding of design-related codes and safety requirements, building systems, materials, and construction techniques is essential for both roles.

Project Designers work closely with design principals, directors, senior designers, clients, and other project team members. They bring collaboration and initiative and are able to operate more independently, leading design efforts with less oversight.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT/ MARKETING

• Support Business Development and Marketing with specific components of RFQ/RFP as required
• In collaboration with Marketing, prepare presentations for project pursuits as required
• Participate in project interviews as required
• Develop site capacity studies and/or design documents as required
• Attendance at industry events (i.e., conferences, workshops, seminars)

PROJECT SET-UP

Support Senior Designer and Project Architect as necessary to:

• Set up project directory within F Drive
• Establish Revit model based on templates and project specific requirements
• In collaboration with the Senior Designer and Project Manager, file all critical project correspondence within project filing system

PROGRAMMING/ENTITLEMENT THROUGH JURISDICTIONAL APPROVALS

• Support the development of one or more project designs (contingent on size and complexity of project) from commencement through jurisdictional approval
• Support with design-related tasks such as:
• Programming or site studies, as required
• Space Planning
• Architectural Development (Interior & Exterior)
• Prepare design documents such as 3D renderings, animations and flythroughs, as well as various Schematic exhibits (i.e., Site Plans, Floor Plans, Sections, and Elevations) by utilizing 3D modeling and presentation design software, including:
• SketchUp
• Revit
• Rendering software (Lumion or Twin Motion, or Enscape)
• AutoCAD
• Adobe Suite
• AI Engines
• Energy Modeling Software & Plugins
• Prepare and as required, deliver design presentations
• Coordinate building design with consultants and in-house technical team
• Collaborate with Interior designers
• Meet project deadlines and schedules
• Design to the project budget requirements, and propose alternatives as required

BIDDING/CONTRUCTION ADMINISTRATION/CLOSE-OUT

• Support Construction Administrator as required

ADMINSTRATIVE

• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members
• Continued development of presentation and public speaking skills

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Establishing and articulating design concepts and vision
• Good verbal communication and presentation skills; confident in client-facing settings
• Interior space planning
• Architectural development (elevations and design details)
• Preparation of compelling client presentations
• Coordination with in-house team members and external consultants

REQUIREMENTS:

• 5-10 years in an architectural firm
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture from an accredited program
• DSA experience a plus
• California Architect license preferred but not required

PHYSICAL STANDARDS: Positions in this class are situated in a standard office environment, resulting in little exposure to the weather and requiring no unusual physical abilities. Other requirements include:

• Near and visual acuity to interpret written documentation, reading very small print, maintains accurate records, recognize people and provide direction.
• Use of hands for simple and firm grasping, as well as, fine manipulating ability to reach and handle equipment, records, and reports.
• Higher-level cognitive skills to move quickly from one task to another and to attend to detail. Able to concentrate and set priorities despite distractions.
• Speaking and hearing skills to converse verbally by telephone, in writing, and in person in an appropriate fashion, to ensure customers and employees are properly addressed in a precise manner.
• Ability to travel as needed for client presentations, conferences, or business development meetings.

This hybrid role is available in either our Newport Beach or San Diego office.

**We offer a competitive salary and benefits package that offers: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance, 401(k), along with paid Vacation and paid Holidays

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