Architectural Designer

HED

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 26 days ago
Designer / Level 2 / Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Diego, Boston, Detroit, Sacramento and San FranciscoPRIMARY FUNCTIONEarly career designers join HED with passions for collaboration, critical thinking, professional-growth, and great design, and gain exposure to multiple market sections including Mission Critical, Healthcare, Housing, PreK-12 schools, Higher Education, Government and Science and Technology. The ideal candidate is enthusiastic, excels working in a hybrid work environment under the supervision of a Project Architect, is nimble and enjoys applying his/her/their talents through all phases of the project, from its earliest stages through construction administration. HED is looking designers interested in a varied experience that includes applying their graphic skills to project work, pursuits, model building, and competitions, while homing their technical skills on project assignmentTYPICAL RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Support the delivery of professional services as defined by the HED Design Process guidelines under the supervision of the job captain and project architect.
  • Understand the design intent and and assist with its documentation
  • Assist with required code research for project assignments
  • Assist with material and product research as required for project development
  • Participate in internal and/or external project meetings as required by scope and schedule
  • Coordinate with team as directed to provide written documentation where needed
  • Assist with responding to requests for information and submittal reviews under the direction of the job captain and project architect.
  • Participate in technical reviews through all phases of the project to meet HED expectations for quality and project performance
  • Participate in the development of graphics, 3D visualization and models for project pursuits and competitions
  • Support design work with model building and material collection
  • Other assignments as directed by the project team or supervisor
SKILL, KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCEMinimum of a Bachelor of Science in Architecture (4-year) degreeCommitment to taking the AREInterest in and enthusiasm for sustainable design strategies.Level of experience from newly graduated to five yearsExcellent written and verbal communication skills in EnglishStrong organizational skillsProficient in Rhino and preferred experience in BIM software, such as RevitVery detail-oriented, self-motivated, enthusiastic, and flexibleAbility to work well with others under deadline situationsA commitment to the principles of Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.A desire to work at an organization where growth and positive impact is crucial.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
  • Capable of traveling to and from project sites for attending client, project, and construction meetings
  • Ability to access existing and new project sites for the purposes of project observation, investigation, and evaluation
  • Ability to use equipment for communication and documentation purposes
  • Visual acuity to perform responsibilities

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