Designer 2

Designer 2 - (163000)

Description

HDR Architecture Associates, Inc. (HDR) is an award-winning, employee-owned architecture firm, focused on design innovation for healthcare, education, science and technology, community, recreation and commercial projects. We pioneer design solutions, tailored to clients’ needs, which truly make a difference in our profession and communities.

Our British Columbia offices, located in Vancouver, Victoria and Penticton specialize in design of institutional and public-facing projects including major social infrastructure projects and mass timber towers. We work in collaborative studios across offices, pairing our local knowledge and deep project experience with leading edge expertise from around the globe.

We want to build a better future, so we bring our talents together to add value, promote growth and inspire positive change. HDR is a place where you can accomplish as much as you’re willing to, in your work and in your career. We rally behind a good idea — and each other. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other’s contributions and collaborate to make great things possible.

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We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That colouring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward.

In the role of Designer 2, we’ll count on you to:

• Independently evaluate, select and apply architectural techniques, procedures and modifications to architectural construction documents

• Independently perform architectural assignments with only general instruction from the Project Architect or Project Manager regarding the expected results

• Work directly with owners/clients to select and recommend procedures

• Write specifications covering architectural matters and perform code reviews

• Assist Project Architects, other Architectural Project Coordinators or Technicians as needed, and take responsibility for work in all phases of the architectural process

• Perform other duties as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or closely related field

• 2+ years professional or internship experience preparing details, specifications and construction documents

• Must possess credentials to obtain future registration

• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project)

• Desire to pursue growth opportunities and eventually obtain registration

• Strong leadership, communication and relationship management skills

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

• Proficient in use of Autodesk Revit and familiarity with related tools and process

• Demonstrated graphic presentation skills

• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

• Master’s degree in Architecture

• Experience in the areas of healthcare, educational, civic, science and research facilities

• Experience and/or interest in sustainable design/LEED desired but not required

• Knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator, SketchUp and 3-D Studio Max but not required.

• Rhino and Grasshopper experience

At HDR, we know work isn’t only about who you work for; it’s also about what you do and how you do it. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other’s contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible. When you join HDR, we give you license to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way.

Primary Location: Canada-British Columbia-Vancouver

Industry: Architecture

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

BusinessClass: Healthcare Architecture

Job Posting: Aug 16, 2021