Architect III

Perkins&Will; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Perkins&Will in Minneapolis is seeking an Architect III with 5–8 years of healthcare project experience to lead design efforts and coordinate multi-discipline teams.

You will develop design concepts, supervise preparation of drawings, and ensure documentation meets standards while collaborating with clients and consultants, in a fast-paced, inclusive studio.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture or related discipline required.
• 5-8 years of healthcare project experience.
• LEED GA within 6 months of hire and architectural licensure expected.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates advanced knowledge of project complexity to contribute to team success.
• Develops innovative design ideas as part of the design team.
• Coordinates drawings for schematic design through construction documents.
• Analyzes product research and material selections.
• Prepares client and non-client design presentations and materials.
• Manages tasks within schedule and budget with organization.
• Reviews work for accuracy and code compliance per the Project Delivery Manual.
• Supports growth of junior staff.
• Maintains curiosity about design and the industry.
• Takes increasing ownership in project team tasks.
• Participates in design reviews, charettes, and pin-ups.
• Keeps open, proactive communication with team and leaders.
• Coordinates effectively with partners and consultants.

Skills

BIM

Building codes

Site analysis

Preliminary design

Contract documents

Field measurements

Life safety

Specifications

Construction administration

Graphic storytelling

Sketching

Education

Bachelor’s degree in architecture or related discipline

Architectural license

LEED GA within 6 months of hire

Professional accreditation in Living Design

Tools

2D/3D production software

Revit

Rhino / Grasshopper

Microsoft Office / Adobe

Enscape / V-Ray

3D printing / Laser cutting

InDesign / Photoshop

Ladybug / Climate Studio

Job description

Common and Baseline Responsibilities as an Architect III:

• Demonstrates advanced 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.
• Develops creative and innovative design ideas, concepts, and solutions while participating as an integral member of the design team.
• Coordinates drawings for schematic design, design development, and construction documents.
• Analyzes product research and identifies material selections.
• Takes an active role in crafting client and non-client design presentation sand prepares corresponding materials.
• Implements a creative approach to complete tasks and responsibilities on projects, within the scope of schedule and budget, in an organized, timely, and consistent way.
• Reviews work for accuracy, omissions, legibility, and for document compliance in accordance with the Project Delivery Manual.
• Supports growth of others.
• Expresses curiosity about the world of design and the industry at large.
• Takes increasing ownership on tasks within project teams and studio activities.
• Participates in design reviews, charettes and pin-ups.
• Keeps open and proactive communication with all and is inspiring within team and designated team leader.
• Coordinates effectively with partners and consultants.

High-level Summary Of Critical, Baseline Technical Skills And Certifications

Proficiencies

• BIM
• Building codes
• Site analysis
• Preliminary design studies
• Contract documents
• Field measurements
• Life safety requirements
• Specifications
• Construction contract administration
• Graphic storytelling
• Sketching

Software

• Advanced knowledge of 2D/3D production software
• Advanced Revit
• Conceptual modeling tools such as Rhino and Grasshopper
• Microsoft Office / Adobe Suite
• 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

Licensure/Certifications/Education

• LEED GA within 6 months of hire
• 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
• Architectural license
• Bachelor’s degree in architecture or related discipline required

Requirements

To join us, you should have:

5-8 years of experience showcasing significant work in healthcare facilities

Salary and Benefit Information: We foster a culture that is diverse and inclusive and strive for pay practices that are fair, and 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, commensurate with qualifications, the annual pay salary range for this position in Minneapolis is between $74,700-95,400.

Benefits: medical, dental, vision, wellness, LTD, Life Insurance, 401k, PTO.

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 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.

“Design has the power to inspire joy, uplift lives, and strengthen the spirit of community.”

• 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.