Posting Details Posted: June 6, 2023 Full-Time Locations Showing 1 location Austin 310 Comal St. Suite 100 Austin, TX 78702, USA Austin 310 Comal St. Suite 100 Austin, TX 78702, USA +0 more less Job Details Description As an Urban Designer on the Pekins&Will team, your skills and passion will come to life through the following responsibilities: Understand and consistently execute all aspects of the design process and project complexities to proactively contribute to the overall success of the team while adhering to firm and project goals and standards of excellence in design, execution, and living design. Assist in managing project teams, fosters collaboration, and demonstrate strong and effective communication and direction which inspires high team performance, design ideas, and successful project delivery. Support efforts in developing, validating, and negotiating project scope and fee, budget, and scope of services during the marketing and contract development process. Support marketing opportunities and begins to develop successful client experiences. Coordinate with other local governments and recommends approval or denials of proposals. Meet with public officials and the public regarding development plans and land use. Participate in educating civic leaders and the public about the details of the projects scheduled for their communities. Interpret gathered data and research. Analyze sites, programs, and other key project elements through quantitative and qualitative means. Develop analytical and design drawings throughout the design process using analog (through sketching and physical modeling) and digital means (through digital analyses, sketching, and modeling). Collaborate with client and/or public to create strategic planning options. Strategize, outlines, mockups, and develops design documentation including creates and interprets maps and diagrams, master plan reports, design guidelines, and client-ready presentation materials. Coordinate all aspects of project deliverables. Review, evaluate, and integrate zoning and policy requirements into project design. Develop strategies for key urban frameworks and systems including but not limited to circulation, open space, buildings, and infrastructure. Perform advanced development calculations according to specified standards and proposed development controls. Lead project-related client discussions and presentations. Contribute to project-related public discussions and presentations. Monitor the performance of the project team and approach to ensure our quality standards and design goals are being met. Mentor staff. Exercise creative judgment in all aspects of the design process. Participate actively within collaborative team settings such as: casual team interactions, design charettes, reviews, and pin-ups. Keeps open communication within the team and with designated team leader. Communicate ideas and thoughts in a way that inspires others. Effectively coordinate with other design partners and consultants. Requirements To join us, you should have: Professional Degree in Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Urban Design or Planning 10+ years experience Experience working with clients and consultants Knowledge of GIS, CAD, 3D computer modeling and graphic design (e.g., Rhino, Grasshopper, AutoCAD, SketchUp, InDesign, and Photoshop), including Revit LEED GA or AP accreditation within 6 months of hire AIA, or AICP Certification Qualified and interested candidates should submit a resume and work samples. Include your resume and a compact, representative sample of your work (no larger than 4MB). 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 Employment Opportunity Statement Perkins&Will has established and adopted an Equal Employment Opportunity Employment 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. Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision 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. Qualifications Skills Behaviors : Motivations : Education Required Bachelor or better in Architecture. Master or better in Urban Design or related field. Experience Licenses & Certifications Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor 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)
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