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Project Designer - Housing

Archinect

The Role

Overview

Design and coordinate projects, handling development, presentations, and construction support.

Key Responsibilities

  • revit modeling
  • 3d renderings
  • design coordination
  • site studies
  • project setup
  • client presentations

Tasks

-Establish Revit model based on templates and project specific requirements -Meet project deadlines and schedules -Provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members -Support Construction Administrator as required -Attendance at industry events (i.e., conferences, workshops, seminars) -Prepare and as required, deliver design presentations -Preparation of compelling client presentations -Establishing and articulating design concepts and vision -In collaboration with the Senior Designer and Project Manager, file all critical project correspondence within project filing system -Set up project directory within F Drive -In collaboration with Marketing, prepare presentations for project pursuits as required -Design to the project budget requirements, and propose alternatives as required -Coordination with in-house team members and external consultants -Develop site capacity studies and/or design documents as required -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: -Support the development of one or more project designs (contingent on size and complexity of project) from commencement through jurisdictional approval -Support Business Development and Marketing with specific components of RFQ/RFP as required -Coordinate building design with consultants and in-house technical team -Collaborate with Interior designers -Participate in project interviews as required

Requirements

  • autocad
  • sketchup
  • rendering
  • energy modeling
  • architecture degree
  • public speaking

What You Bring

-o Energy Modeling Software & Plugins -California Architect license preferred but not required -o SketchUp -o Adobe Suite -Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture from an accredited program -o Rendering software (Lumion or Twin Motion, or Enscape) -Continued development of presentation and public speaking skills -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. -o AI Engines -Ability to travel as needed for client presentations, conferences, or business development meetings. -o AutoCAD -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. -Near and visual acuity to interpret written documentation, reading very small print, maintains accurate records, recognize people and provide direction. -DSA experience a plus -5-10 years in an architectural firm -Good verbal communication and presentation skills; confident in client-facing settings

Benefits

-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.

The Company

About Archinect

-Based in Los Angeles, the platform grew from a community forum into a vibrant digital media company. -Its revenue stems from job-board listings, editorial partnerships, event sponsorships and an online store. -Typical projects include global news coverage, firm profiles, competition recaps, and architecture job postings. -Sector expertise spans Buildings, Residential, Commercial, Infrastructure, Education, Urban, and Public sectors. -Standout fact: it operates Outpost—a curated store offering rare architecture books, gifts, events and its own coffee blend.

Sector Specialisms

Residential

Commercial

Industrial

Infrastructure

Buildings

Heavy Civil

Marine

Transport

Utilities

Water Resources

Energy

Solar

Wind

Nuclear

Government