Designer I (Hybrid) - Perkins Eastman

Perkins Eastman is a global design firm with expertise that covers all aspects of the built environment. With studios in 25 locations globally, we design for people, to enhance the human experience and leave a lasting and positive impact on people’s lives and the world we inhabit. This position is for the Perkins Eastman | Pfeiffer Studio.

Perkins Eastman embodies a highly collaborative, team focused culture. We are a design oriented, convergent firm in which our professional roster consists of architects, interior designers, planners, urban designers, graphic designers, construction administration specialists and several other professional disciplines.

The Los Angeles office of Perkins Eastman | Pfeiffer is searching for talented architectural designer, with a passion for planning and design in the Higher Education market and Arts and Culture practice. to join our diverse and growing practice. Individuals who are ready to engage, learn, and contribute to our vibrant and supportive office culture are strongly encouraged to apply.

What We Provide:

This position will provide an opportunity to work with integrated design teams on both international and domestic work and expand the versatility of the LA office. The individual selected must possess the ability to react positively to a variety of design priorities, styles and project delivery methods. Our approach is client-focused, and our employees thrive in our collaborative, responsive environment.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Assist in design exercises in Master Planning, Site Planning and Building Design utilizing, 3D Modeling, and Digital Presentation Packaging.
• Ability to perform design computations as necessary that evolve our design capabilities.
• Assist in the preparation of physical models and graphic presentations for client approval.
• Assists the design team on projects from the Pre-Schematic Phase through Construction Documents.
• Assist with preparation of renderings or coordinate with out-of-house renderers, create data tables, develop project layouts, and progress designs in 3D using Revit, or other 3D modeling software for client review/approval, package up design data into a formal package or working set under the guidance of a Principal and Senior Designer.
• Assist with preparing client presentations of design concepts and development of drawings.
• Assist with preparations of construction drawing and construction detailing.
• Assist in Construction Administration activities.

Required Qualifications:

• Has a bachelor’s or master’s degree in architecture from an Accredited School.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of relevant Higher education and experience in cultural projects desired.
• Ability to develop, communicate and present design concepts to their team.
• Has strong (written and verbal) communication skills and excellent graphic presentation skills.
• Ability to work on multiple projects at the same time.
• Self-motivated and eager to learn and develop their design skills.
• Can demonstrate proficiency with Revit, Affinity Suite, InDesign, Photoshop, Enscape, Lumion, Rhino, and Grasshopper and other related design and presentation software.

What we offer you:

• Robust medical, dental and vision coverage
• 401k Options
• PTO Hours
• Company Paid Holidays
• Life Insurance
• Pre-tax commuter benefits
• Professional Development
• Competitive salary

Compensation may vary based on the job level and your geographical work location.

Salary Range: $65,000 to $80,000

Perkins Eastman is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and a participant in the U.S. Federal E-Verify program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.