Designer I

Perkins&Will; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 64,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401k with employer match

PTO & paid holidays

Commuter benefits

Learning & development

Job summary

Perkins&Will Los Angeles is seeking a Designer I to join our innovative studio. As a Designer I you will assist throughout the design process, support schematic design, and contribute to client presentations while working under supervision.

The role requires a Bachelor's in architecture, 0–3 years of experience, and proficiency in 3D modeling, visualization, and software including Revit. The position is full-time, hybrid in Los Angeles, with competitive pay and a robust benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in architecture or related discipline required.
• 0-3 years of experience.
• Proficiency in 3D modeling, visualization, and graphic software; Revit strongly preferred.
• Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Excel, Lumion, and Rhino proficiency.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Problem solving skills, attention to detail, and motivation to learn.
• Collaborative and professional work ethic.
• LEED GA within 6 months of hire; Living Design accreditation; AXP/ARE process involvement.

Responsibilities

• Provides assistance throughout the design process under routine guidance.
• Supports preparation of creative design ideas and concepts with the team.
• Provides design support under supervision for schematic design and construction documents.
• Performs product research and assists with material selections.
• Assists in preparing client presentation materials using design applications.
• Communicates ideas to inspire others and coordinates with partners and consultants.
• Participates in design reviews, charettes, and pin-ups.
• Maintains open communication with team leaders and project teams.

Skills

3D modeling

Visualization

Graphic software

Education

Bachelor's degree in architecture

LEED GA within 6 months of hire

Living Design accreditation

AXP/ARE Process involvement

Tools

Revit

Photoshop

Illustrator

InDesign

Excel

Lumion

Rhino

Job description

Posting Details

• Posted on November 4, 2026

Locations

Showing 1 location

• Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA
• Hybrid
• Architecture
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: DESIG006145

Description

Looking for the opportunity to join an innovative, creative team of talented individuals? Our Los Angeles studio is seeking a Designer l to join our amazing team.

As a Designer I on our team you will:

• Provides assistance throughout the design process under routine guidance; contributes to the overall success of the team by adhering to firm and project goals and standards of excellence in design, execution, and living design.
• Supports preparation of creative and innovative design ideas, concepts, and solutions while participating as an integral member of the design team.
• Provides design support under supervision for schematic design, design development, and construction documents.
• Performs product research and assists team with material selections.
• Assists in preparing client presentation materials using design application skills and creative ideas.
• Uses a creative approach to perform tasks and responsibilities on projects in an organized, timely, and consistent way.
• Self-checks work for accuracy, omissions, legibility, and compile data for document compliance in accordance with the Project Delivery Manual.
• Proactively asks questions and expresses curiosity about the world of design and the industry at large.
• Provides support to tasks within project teams (may focus on individual detailed tasks) and studio activities.
• Participates in design reviews, charettes, and pin-ups.
• Keeps open communication within team and with designated team leader.
• Communicates ideas and thoughts in a way that inspires others.
• Assists with coordination among partners and consultants.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in architecture or related discipline required
• 0-3 years of experience
• Proficiency in 3D modeling, visualization, and graphic software; Revit strongly preferred.
• Additional proficiencies may include site analysis, preliminary design studies, and field measurements.
• Additional skills should include Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Excel, Lumion, and Rhino.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Problem solving skills, attention to detail, and motivation to learn.
• Collaborative and professional work ethic.
• 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
• Active involvement in AXP, or starting the ARE Process

Compensation & Benefits

At Perkins&Will, 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, the annual pay range for this position is between $63,500 and $81,000 commensurate with qualifications. In addition, we provide a comprehensive benefits package for full time employees including, medical, dental, vision, FSA/HSA accounts, 401k with employer match, PTO and paid holidays, short-term and long-term disability, paid parental leave, commuter benefits, life insurance, and learning and development opportunities.

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.

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