All Things Urban

Since 1935, we’ve believed that design has the power to make the world a better, more beautiful place. That’s why clients and community members on nearly every continent partner with us to design healthy, happy places in which to live, learn, work, play, and heal. We’re passionate about human-centered design, and how design can impact our lives through sustainability, resilience, well-being, diversity and inclusion, and mobility. And we’re committed to advancing design through research. Our team of 2,500 professionals provides worldwide interdisciplinary services in architecture, interior design, branded environments, urban design, landscape architecture, and more, and includes our partners Portland, Nelson\Nygaard, Genesis Planning, and Pierre-Yves Rochon (PYR).

Common and baseline responsibilities of an URBAN DESIGNER III, include but are not limited to:  - Uses advanced experience and knowledge of planning and design 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. - Conducts data gathering, research, and creative exploration. - Analyzes sites, programs, and other key project elements through quantitative and qualitative means. - Develops analytical and design drawings throughout the design process using analog (through sketching and physical modeling) and digital means (through digital analyses, sketching, and modeling). - Strategizes, outlines, mockups, and develops design documentation including master plan reports, design guidelines, and client-ready presentation materials. - Coordinates all aspects of project deliverables. - Reviews, evaluates, and integrates zoning and policy requirements into project design. - Develops strategies for key urban frameworks and systems including but not limited to circulation, open space, buildings, and infrastructure. - Performs advanced development calculations according to specified standards and proposed development controls. - Leads project-related client discussions and presentations. - Assists with project-related public discussions and presentations. - Takes increasing ownership on tasks within project teams and studio activities. - Implements responsibilities on projects, within the scope of schedule and budget, in an organized, timely and consistent way.  - Supports growth of others. - Exercises creative judgment in all aspects of the design process. - Proactively asks questions and expresses curiosity about the world of design and the industry at large. - Participates 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. - Communicates ideas and thoughts in a way that inspires others. - Effectively coordinates with other design partners and consultants.  - Self-checks work for accuracy, omissions, legibility, and for document compliance in accordance with the Project Delivery Manual. - Completes tasks and responsibilities on projects, within the scope of work, schedule, and budget, in an organized, timely and consistent way.

Typical Years of Requisite Experience: 5 to 8 years Education and Accreditation: - Position requires a professional degree in urban design, landscape, architecture, or related discipline. - 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, CPHC/CPHE Passive House Institute Certified Passive House, or RELi AP - Preparing for professional license - Working on AICP certification

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 $75,5,000 - $93,500 commensurate with qualifications 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.

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