Architectural Designer

PRIMARY FUNCTION

Skills, Experience, Qualifications, If you have the right match for this opportunity, then make sure to apply today.

The Level 3 Architectural Designer position requires an individual with passions for collaboration, critical thinking, professional growth, and great design, with an interest to work across one or more market sections including Mission Critical, Healthcare, Housing, PreK-12 schools, Higher Education, and Science and Technology.

The ideal candidate approaches this role enthusiastically, excels working in a hybrid work environment under the supervision of a Project Architect, and is nimble and enjoys applying his / her / their talents through all phases of the project, from the earliest stages of a project's development through construction administration.

HED is looking for an Architectural Designer with robust design, technical and detailing skills, fluent in BIM and who embraces increasing levels of responsibility.

TYPICAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for assisting the Project Architect to ensure design and technical quality
• Collaborate with other consultants
• Support the delivery of professional services as defined by the HED Design Process guidelines
• Assist the Project Architect with directing staff and developing strategies for project delivery
• Understand the design intent and ability to communicate it through documentation with limited direction
• Assist with required code research for project assignments
• Assist with material and product research as required for project development
• Participate in internal and / or external project meetings as required by scope and schedule
• Coordinate with project team disciplines as needed by the project
• Perform submittal reviews as assigned during bidding and construction administration
• Participate in technical reviews through all phases of the project to meet HED expectations for quality and project performance
• Ability to assume Project Architect's responsibilities for short periods of time
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Project Architect, Project Manager, or Architecture Design Talent Leader

SKILL, KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of a Bachelor of Science in Architecture (4-year) degree
• At a minimum, pursuit of Architecture license through the ARE
• Licensure in local office jurisdiction preferred
• Familiarity with and experience navigating the local Building Code
• LEED Accredited preferred
• Minimum five years' experience in A / E industry
• An understanding of the coordination aspects and related requirements of all design disciplines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Strong organizational skills
• Possess the desire to learn how to motivate and mentor staff and delegate work assignments
• Proficient in BIM / Revit as well as Microsoft Word, Excel
• Experience in Revizto, Rhino, Bluebeam, Concept Board preferred
• Very detail-oriented, self-motivated, enthusiastic, and flexible
• Ability to work well with others under deadline situations
• A commitment to the principles of Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
• A desire to work at an organization where growth and positive impact is crucial

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Capable of traveling to and from project sites for attending client, project, and construction meetings
• Ability to access existing and new project sites for the purposes of project observation, investigation, and evaluation
• Ability to use equipment for communication and documentation purposes
• Visual acuity to perform responsibilities

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