Design Professional I - Commercial Interiors

HKS Inc; Seattle, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

HKS Inc in Seattle is seeking a junior Architectural Designer to support project teams with basic design and technical tasks under supervision. You will learn to apply standard architectural methods and documentation while contributing creatively to the team.

The role emphasizes collaboration, attending meetings, and developing skills in Revit, Rhino and Grasshopper, as well as visualization and presentation tools. This is an entry-level position ideal for recent graduates.

Qualifications

• Accredited professional degree in Architecture or related field is required.
• Typically 0–3 years of experience.
• On the path to Architectural Registration is required.
• Sustainable design accreditation is preferred.
• Basic skills in Revit, Rhino and Grasshopper; basic visualization tools knowledge are expected.
• Basic knowledge of Navisworks, Dynamo, Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign is required.
• MS Office Suite and basic knowledge of building codes/QA/QC are expected.

Responsibilities

• Modifies or creates implementation documents applying standard architectural techniques under direction.
• Performs routine architectural assignments with some design responsibility in collaboration with team members.
• Assignments may include higher-level work for training/development purposes.
• May attend on-site visits, field reviews and client/project meetings as appropriate.
• May assist in preparing proposals, presentations, schedules and processing of implementation documentation and samples.
• May participate in communication with other disciplines, vendors and contractors to meet project requirements.
• Participates in team meetings to discuss design and technical issues and coordination with other disciplines.
• Travel may be required.

Skills

Revit

Rhino

Grasshopper

Bluebeam

Twinmotion

Enscape

Navisworks

Dynamo

Photoshop

Illustrator

InDesign

MS Office Suite

Sustainability knowledge

Construction techniques

Building codes and QA/QC

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Accredited professional degree in Architecture or related field

On the path to Architectural Registration

Sustainable design accreditation preferred

Tools

Revit

Rhino

Grasshopper

Bluebeam

Twinmotion

Enscape

Navisworks

Dynamo

Photoshop

Illustrator

InDesign

MS Office Suite

Job description

Overview

Supports project teams using a wide range of developing professional skills. Performs basic design and technical tasks requiring application of standard techniques and knowledge while working under general supervision. Eager to learn, highly organized and willing to contribute creatively to the team.

Responsibilities

• Modifies or creates implementation documents, applying standard architectural techniques, collaborative design computations and procedures as assigned under direction
• Performs routine architectural assignments and may have some design responsibility collaborating with other team members as designated
• Assignments may include higher-level work for training/development purposes
• May attend on-site visits, field reviews and client and/or project meetings as appropriate
• May assist in preparing proposals, presentations, schedules and processing of implementation documentation and samples
• May participate in communication with other disciplines, vendors and contractors to incorporate information into project requirements
• Participates in team meetings to discuss project issues, design and technical issues and coordination with other disciplines
• Travel may be required

Qualifications

• Education and Experience
• Accredited professional degree in Architecture or related field required
• Typically 0-3 years of experience
• Licenses and Certifications
• On the path to Architectural Registration
• Sustainable design accreditation preferred
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Advanced - expert-level experience, knowledge or skills
• Intermediate - experience, knowledge or skills required to produce high-quality solutions or work
• Basic - familiar with primary concepts or capabilities and may perform elementary functions depending on role
• Basic skills in Revit, Rhino and Grasshopper required; intermediate preferred
• Basic skills in Bluebeam, Twinmotion, Enscape or other visualization tools required
• Basic knowledge of Navisworks and Dynamo required
• Basic skills in Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign required
• Basic skills in MS Office Suite required
• Basic knowledge of sustainability and integrated design guidelines required
• Basic knowledge of materials, construction techniques, building codes and QA/QC process required
• Basic presentation, graphic and visualization skills to communicate ideas required
• Basic experience with the entire project lifecycle through post-occupancy required
• Basic ability to communicate in a clear, concise and professional manner both verbally and in writing required
• Basic ability to problem solve and collaborate on innovative solutions requiredBasic ability to work in a team environment required
• Basic ability to work on multiple projects at the same time required
• Basic ability to effectively meet deadlines at expected quality required

HKS is an EEO/AA Employer: M/F/Disabled/Veteran

HKS is a global firm of architects, designers, planners and advisors who create places noted for their beauty and performance.

Our 1,600 people in 29 offices are united by the belief that an environmental, social and governance approach to design achieves design excellence.

In 2023, we became a carbon neutral firm.

We value honesty, diversity and inclusion and we celebrate creative thinking.

In partnership with our clients and collaborators, we craft powerful ideas and solutions.

Together we create places that stand apart.

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HKS, Inc. provides reasonable accommodation in its application process for qualified individuals with disabilities.