Designer II

Position Overview

Perkins & Will is looking for Architects and Technologists who perform in a self-directed manner in all aspects of the building design process, including preparation of presentation materials, schematic design, design development and contract documents, model building, rendering and construction administration activities within an established budget, schedule, site and programmatic requirements.

• Prepare preliminary design studies and adaptations of alternatives for review.
• Prepare drawings for schematic design and design development.
• Exercise creative judgment and design application skills in preparing client presentation materials, including design sketches, renderings, models and graphics.
• Adhere to firm and project goals of excellence in design, execution, and sustainability.
• Prepare contract documents including details, sections, elevations and schedules.
• Produce amendments, addenda and bulletins.
• Assists in preparing adaptations and technical alternatives for project team review.
• Perform area calculations according to specified standards.
• Perform site analysis, including survey of existing conditions and field measurements.
• Perform tasks according to Perkins and Will Project Delivery Manual.
• Organize and plan accordingly to execute tasks.
• Self-check work for accuracy, omissions and legibility.

• Professional Degree in Architecture or Architectural Technology
• 4+ years experience
• A minimum of 2 years working with Revit
• Experience in Contract Administration
• Experience in all phases and aspects of a project is desirable
• Intermediate knowledge of project design and construction documentation production
• Knowledge of construction materials
• Graphic and 3D visualization skills
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Collaborative and professional work ethic
  
  Has the capacity to mobilize from one construction site to another.
• LEED AP or within 12 months of hire

• Comfortable working in an open, multi-disciplinary, and team-oriented environment;
• Openness to participating in collaborative design exercises;
• Ability and experience in balancing multiple stakeholder and community interests;
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills; and
• Energetic, self-motivated and a willingness to learn.

We are steps away from many amenities and also easily accessible by bike, public transportation and car. The studio is open concept and represents our collaborative approach to our work. We are currently working 4 days in studio.

• A very competitive benefit package that includes paying for association dues and professional development
• Fitness and transit reimbursement
• Health and dental benefits
• Group RRSP
• Paid parental leave
• Salary range $70,000 - $90,000

At Perkins and Will we believe that inclusion spurs creativity, and that innovation is born from an engaged culture of diverse people + 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.