Designer

Overview

Design K-12 school projects, producing schematics, BIM models, and sustainable architectural solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• floor plans
• bim modeling
• coordination
• cost estimating
• sustainable design
• code compliance

Tasks

-To develop floor plans, wall sections, and details. -Participates in design critiques and pinups. -Prepares and revises documentation in various architectural phases including site plans, floor plans, building elevations, building sections, and details. -To check own work for accuracy and completeness and manage time to meet project budget and schedule. -Coordination of specs with construction documents. -Participates in value engineering and basic cost estimating. -Assists in site analysis, research of concept, benchmarks, typology, and precedents. -Attends project coordination and meetings with internal team members and/or external consultants. -Reviews shop drawings and submittals, responds to RFIs, prepares site observation reports, and other contract administration tasks. -Implements sustainable design principles into the building design and surrounding environment. -Interprets and applies building codes and requirements of other regulatory agencies. -To participate and collaborate in a project team setting through all phases of architectural document production. -Supports project teams in development of design documentation. -Utilizes BIM technologies in development of threedimensional models of buildings and their components. -Assists in the development of a design through sketches, physical models, electronic models, diagrams, massing studies, and other visual formats. -Coordinates building systems (structural, mechanical, electrical, etc.) to ensure compatibility with the design intent. -Assists in the evaluation and selection of building systems and materials.

Requirements

• revit
• sketchup
• space planning
• master's degree
• k12 experience
• code knowledge

What You Bring

-To engage in creative and critical thought. To hand sketch and communicate concepts and ideas to others effectively. -To interpret sketches, drawings, building program and other similar material. To communicate abstract ideas (verbal/written) -Ability to conduct space planning, block planning, and adjacencies in coordination with building program. -Basic knowledge of building construction systems means and methods, materials, and industry associated standards are expected. -Internship experience preferred. -Passion for and experience with K12/education building types. -Master’s degree in architecture or bachelor’s degree in support of licensure criteria. -Basic knowledge and application of accessibility codes and applicable building codes. -Requires understanding of Microsoft Office Suite, Revit; Prefer experience with Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUP, Newforma, and Sefaira. -Basic understanding of all phases of architectural document production and the relationship between drawings and specifications.

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About Stantec

-Began as a one-person environmental engineering practice and has grown through strategic geographic and service expansion. -Publicly listed on the NYSE and TSX, Stantec has completed major acquisitions to bolster expertise and strengthen global infrastructure portfolio. -Headquartered in the iconic Stantec Tower in Edmonton, the company has delivered landmark projects like the Panama Canal Expansion and high-profile community developments. -Leverages interdisciplinary teams of designers, engineers, scientists, and project managers. -Typical projects span urban planning, civil infrastructure, water management, environmental assessment, energy delivery, and architectural design, serving public and private sectors. -Blends technical prowess with visionary design in bold ventures such as designing its own mixed-use tower and leading multi-nation infrastructure projects.

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