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NELSON Worldwide

Technical Designer III - Civic & Justice

NELSON Worldwide, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, 55400

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NELSON is seeking a Technical Designer III to join the Civic & Justice Practice. The Technical Designer III is responsible for developing, organizing, and executing the development of construction documents utilizing creativity, foresight and judgment to meet project requirements and objectives through project completion. Candidates should have strong Revit skills, presentation skills, and experience with conceptual design.

Experience in Civic & Justice building typologies is strongly preferred. The ideal candidate has experience working on projects such as Correction facilities, Jails, Prisons, Detention Centers, Courthouses, etc. Other preferred experience includes municipalities, police and fire stations, city and county buildings, and other public works/public safety buildings.

Attributes to support the NELSON Culture: Guiding Principles

Culture of Transformation: Act as a community to accelerate firm impact

Dedicated to Progression: A 360 approach to innovation and design

Enable Engagement: Storytelling that educates and inspires

Design with Purpose: Sustainable form and function

Qualifications

Support the Project Manager in establishing project goals and objectives including workplan, schedule, budget parameters.

Lead, facilitate and manage the overall design process for moderately complex projects independently and support larger complex projects under supervision.

Contribute to developing fee proposals.

Develop innovative design concepts which are practical, aesthetic, safe and conducive to intended purposes and function which is reflective of client goals and within project budget.

Selection and specification of materials, products, and architectural systems.

Participate in maintaining positive client relationships throughout project.

Assists Project Manager in sub-contracting or the coordination of sub-consultant’s work.

Serve as team lead in keeping the project, or a phase of a project, on schedule in conjunction with Project Manager.

Responsible for communication and coordination of other disciplines, vendors, and contractors to ensure incorporation of all information into project requirements and provides support as necessary.

Lead the Construction Administration phase responding to RFI’s, CO’s, reviewing shop drawings and involved in the field site reviews.

Ensure project documentation is compliant with NELSON standard for all projects and processes.

May assist with negotiating fees and sub-contracts.

Develops solutions to technical and design problems following established standards.

Prepares 2D and 3D presentation/design drawings.

Provide research and compile data during project phases.

Prepare and modify interior architectural documents, elevations, sections, details, etc.

Supports the team in collecting information for client assessment; may attend interviews, provide documentation support.

Conduct design charrettes and lead project team meetings.

Complete timesheet and expense reports accurately and on-time.

Required Knowledge And Skills

Ability to prioritize and effectively meet deadlines and provide high quality service to clients.

Advanced knowledge of design, trends, construction methodology, materials application and manufacturer-supplier appropriateness; consistently share such knowledge with teammates.

Advanced knowledge of furniture, fixture and equipment (FF&E), architectural/interior finishes, lighting, art signage, color and materials to carryout design intent.

Advanced knowledge of sustainability, integrated design and LEED guidelines.

Advanced knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principals involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.

Highly proficient in both Revit and AutoCAD.

Basic proficiency in Deltek Vision / Vantagepoint.

Proficiency in Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign graphic software preferred.

Ability to organize and prioritize tasks as needed to complete within the identified time frame and/or deadline.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Architectural Drafting, or related field.

Highly proficient in both Revit and AutoCAD.

8+ years' experience working in the field of Architecture.

Must be deadline‑oriented.

Strong attention to detail.

Architectural experience in Justice and Civic building typologies is strongly preferred. The ideal candidate has experience working on projects such as Correction facilities, Jails, Prisons, Detention Centers, Courthouses, etc. Other preferred experience includes municipalities, police and fire stations, city and county buildings, and other public works/public safety buildings.

Familiarity with Photoshop and/or InDesign preferred.

Benefits of NELSON

401(K) plan with company match.

Full health benefits including medical, dental, and vision.

Wellness program with rewards for healthy activities.

Pet Insurance.

Opportunities for career advancement.

Paid time off and holiday pay.

Paid parental leave.

Flexible working schedules and work from home options based on client’s needs.

Professional Development including discretionary support and reimbursement for registrations, certifications, and membership to a professional organization.

NELSON and its related affiliates are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender, national origin, status as a protected veteran, disability or any other classification protected by law.

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Minneapolis, MN $60,000.00-$80,000.00

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