Designer II Job at Perkins & Will Inc. in San Francisco

San Francisco San Francisco, CA 94105, USA Description Our Perkins&Will San Francisco Studio is growing, and we are looking for highly motivated individuals excited to help us grow our practice. We are seeking a talented and enthusiastic Designer II to join a highly collaborative and dynamic design team with opportunities for growth. The ideal individual will have 3+ years of experience and be a self‑starter with strong project architect skills. Professionals with experience in highly technical projects and a strong interest in healthcare are welcome to apply. RESPONSIBILITIES Uses enhanced knowledge of project complexity to proactively contribute to the overall success of the team by adhering to firm and project goals and standards of excellence in design, execution, and living design. Assistsin generating creative and innovative design ideas, concepts, and solutions while participating as an integral member of the design team. Generatesdrawings under supervision for schematic design, design development, and construction documents. Performs product research and assists team with material selections. Exercisescritical and creative judgement and design application skills in preparing client presentation materials. Uses a creative approach to complete tasks and responsibilities on projects, within the scope of scheduleand budget, in an organized, timely, and consistent way. Self-checkswork for accuracy, omissions, legibility, and for document compliance in accordance with the Project Delivery Manual. Expresses curiosity about the world of design and the industry at large. Takes increasing ownership of tasks within project teams and studio activities. Participates in design reviews, charettes, and pin-ups. Keepsopen communication within team and with designated team leader. Communicates ideas and thoughts in a way that inspires others. Coordinateseffectively with partners and consultants. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE Bachelor's degree in architecture or related discipline required LEED GA within 6 months of hire 3-5 years of experience 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 Preparing for ARE and active involvement in AXP LEED GA within 6 months of hire Proficiencies in BIM, building codes, site analysis, preliminary design studies, contract documents, field measurements, life safety requirements, specifications and sketching Knowledge of construction contract administration SOFTWARE Functional knowledge of 2D/3D production software Intermediate Revit Conceptual modeling tools such as Rhino and Grasshopper Visualization tools such as Enscape and VRay Physical modeling tools such as 3D Printing and Laser cutting Presentation tools such as InDesign and Photoshop Environmental Analysis software such Ladybug and Climate Studio Qualified and interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume and work samples (should be a compact, representative sample of your work, no larger than 4MB). BENEFITS Medical, dental, and vision insurance Wellness programs and mental health support Short- and long-term disability (STD/LTD) Life insurance Paid time off (PTO) PERKS A professional development stipend and dedicated time for continuing education Performance-based bonuses Engaging studio initiatives and events Active firmwide affinity groups and leadership development opportunities Above all, our culture is grounded in a firmwide commitment to Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI)—a core foundation of everything we do. JUSTICE, EQUITY, DIVERSITY & INCLUSION At Perkins&Will we believe that inclusion spurs creativity, and that innovation is born from an engaged culture of diverse people and ideas.By moving beyond barriers and stereotypes of gender, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, medical condition, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status; we are committed to building an organization that reflects the diversity of the communities and clients we serve. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER/PROTECTED VETERANS/INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES Perkins&Will has established and adopted an Equal Employment Opportunity policy (“EEO”), which is part of the Company’s Human Resources Policy. The purpose of this EEO policy is to ensure that all employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis, and without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, gender reassignment, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable national, federal, state, or local law. In some cases, local laws and regulations may provide greater protections than those outlined here, and employees will be covered by the laws of their local jurisdiction. We foster a culture that is diverse and inclusive and strive for pay practices that are fair, competitive and reflect our commitment to pay equity. Our compensation decisions include but are not limited to a candidate’s qualifications including skill sets, education, experience and training, licensure and certifications credentials if applicable, and business-related factors. This practice extends to all employees, including performance considerations for merit increases, job promotions, and transfer opportunities. We additionally review our pay practices, conduct pay equity audits, and ensure our managers are trained in our pay practices on an annual basis. At the time of posting this job advertisement, the annual pay salary range for this position is between $74,000-$91,000 commensurate with qualifications, skillset and years of experience.Perkins&Will will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr