Planner - Higher Education | Health Education

Overview

Plan higher education and health education facilities, lead design and programming.

Key Responsibilities

• data collection
• program development
• design coordination
• space planning
• document review
• master planning

Tasks

-Manages, develops, and facilitates data collection through interviews, focus groups, end-user surveys, observation, and post occupancy evaluation. -Assists in the production of an architectural program for clients. -Collaborates with members of the team to design a project that meets the firm’s commitment to design, quality, schedules, client needs, financial budget, and timetable. -Supports team members with schematic design phase. -Provides room and departmental layouts and assists in the selection of building systems. -Prepares alternate design solutions for consideration based on client’s long-range plan during the master planning and design phases. -Assists the client in determining goals and objectives of the higher education facility through a clear programming process. -Participates in marketing proposals and interviews. -Reviews work for accuracy, omissions, legibility, and for document compliance in accordance with the Project Delivery Manual. -Mentors staff. -Assists in the evaluation of existing facilities. -Participates and collaborates in design reviews, charettes, and pin-ups. -Actively participates in a team in order to carry out the goals and objectives of the project and communicates with team members in a timely manner. -Provides master planning, design, and related higher education architecture expertise. -Assists in the inclusion of program requirements during the construction document phase.

Requirements

• revit
• rhino
• grasshopper
• enscape
• vray
• leed ap

What You Bring

-Demonstrates strong and effective communication and direction which inspires high team performance. -Conceptual modeling tools such as Rhino and Grasshopper -Professional architectural license preferred -Advanced Revit -Knowledge of LEAN concepts or accredited -Understands and consistently executes all aspects of the design process and project complexities to proactively contribute to the overall success of the team while adhering to firm and project goals and standards of excellence in design, execution, and living design. -Advanced knowledge of 2D/3D production software -Microsoft Office / Adobe Suite -Presentation tools such as InDesign and Photoshop -Position requires a professional degree in architecture, or related discipline -Visualization tools such as Enscape and VRay -Professional Accreditation in one area of Living Design that interests you: LEED AP with Specialty, BREEAM AP, WELL AP, SITES AP, Passive House Institute Certified Passive House Consultant/Designer CPHC/CPHD, or ILFI Living Future Accreditation -Construction Techniques -LEED GA within 6 months of hire

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Benefits

-Life safety requirements

About Perkins&Will

-Known for its collaborative approach, the firm combines diverse expertise in architecture, urban design, and planning. -Their work spans across sectors, with standout projects in education, healthcare, and commercial spaces. -The firm's design philosophy prioritizes sustainable, innovative, and context-sensitive solutions. -Notable projects include cutting-edge educational facilities, large-scale urban redevelopment plans, and transformative civic buildings. -With offices in major cities globally, Perkins&Will is recognized for its impact on the modern urban landscape. -The firm has earned a reputation for blending bold design with functionality and a keen attention to community needs.

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