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Designer II

Department: Stamford Studio 01
Location: Stamford, CT
Job ID: 1815
Salary: $85000 - $95000 Per Year
Employee Referral Bonus: Employee Referral Eligible

Life at PE:

Perkins Eastman is a global architectural design practice with expertise in all aspects of the built environment, working at all scales, and at every level of detail. With studios in 26 locations worldwide, we design for people, to leave a lasting and positive impact on the human experience and the world we inhabit. This is captured in our ethos "human by design".

We believe design is a collaborative art and we are structured as integrated practice of passionate professionals committed to delivering the best design for our clients. Our team of diverse and complementary talents work together in studios, that can draw from relevant expertise and points of view from across the whole practice to analyze and solve the specific design challenges they are working on. Within the firm we have 18 practice areas, cores of expertise, that focus as centers of knowledge and analysis, that are both an essential foundation and fuel for the creative design work. Sustainability is intrinsic to our design approach. It is an essential ingredient for the design teams throughout the process, adding valuable insights, ideas, and research to the process. For us all good design is sustainable.

The Opportunity:

Perkins Eastman has an immediate need for Designer II for our Stamford office. We are seeking dedicated, passionate team members with strong individual design and problem-solving skills for immediate opportunities as a Designer.

Independently apply advanced architectural concepts and designs. Responsible for specific technical design aspects of an assigned main project, including investigation, evaluation and recommendation of design solutions that best meet the client’s needs. Provides professional architectural consultation in the planning,

design and coordination of large complex projects. Carries out complex or novel assignments requiring the development of new or improved techniques and

procedures.

This position requires the candidates to support project team leaders and produce presentations suitable for the Perkins Eastman team and client.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Report to the Project Manager and support project delivery across all phases, from Pre-Schematic through Construction Documents.

  • Assist in master planning, building planning, and design using Revit as the primary 3D modeling tool.

  • Prepare program and schematic designs, project layouts, and client presentations using Revit or other 3D software.

  • Perform design calculations, research materials/products, and compile data to support architectural assignments.

  • Develop and assist in preparing construction drawings, detailing, and specifications.

  • Review building, energy, and accessibility codes to ensure compliance with applicable standards.

  • Support construction administration activities, including reviewing shop drawings, responding to RFIs, conducting site visits, and maintaining submittal logs.

  • Create finish material sample boards, physical models, and graphic presentations for client review.

  • Collaborate with the Project Architect, Senior Designer, Project Manager, and broader design team.

  • Contribute to the development of both aesthetic and technical design solutions.

  • Follow established production standards and quality control processes.

  • Provide project status updates and communicate progress or support needs to the team.

  • Offer guidance and support to less experienced team members.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor or Master's degree in Architecture

  • Minimum of 5 -8 years relevant work experience

  • Minimum 1 year of experience w/ construction administration (submittal review, RFI response, consultant coordination) is preferred.

  • Self-motivation and the ability to manage time well and achieve project deadlines

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

  • Experience working in the context of multidisciplinary project teams

  • Proficient with Revit, Lumion, Grasshopper, Enscape and Sketchup

  • Adept with administrative software applications such as Bluebeam, PowerPoint, Word, and Excel, as well as construction administration platforms such as Newforma and Procore.

  • Ability to develop, communicate, and present design concepts to their team.

  • Strong communication skills and excellent graphic presentation skills.

  • Ability to work on multiple projects at the same time.

  • Certification as a licensed professional or on path to licensure

  • Accreditation from a recognized sustainability certification entity is a plus

What we offer you:

  • Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage

  • 401k Options

  • PTO

  • Company Paid Holidays

  • Life Insurance

  • Pre-tax commuter benefits

  • Professional Development

  • Competitive salary

Please include a cover letter, resume and/or portfolio (Adobe PDF preferred).

PE has a hybrid policy that allows flexibility for our employees in managing their working days and hours to cater to their diverse needs.

Salary Range: $85k to $95k

Compensation may vary based on the job level and your geographical work location.

Perkins Eastman is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and a participant in the U.S. Federal E-Verify program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information

 

 
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NOTICE OF RECRUITING FRAUD

 Perkins Eastman is monitoring an increased frequency of recruitment frauds. Unscrupulous individuals are contacting job seekers and pretending to represent Perkins Eastman or specific persons at Perkins Eastman.

 These fraudsters use emails, texts, letters, faxes, and phone calls to make false offers of employment with Perkins Eastman or to provide services related to employment (assistance in obtaining visa, travel arrangements, job training, proof of identity, etc.).

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 If you are seeking employment with Perkins Eastman, you should guard against recruitment fraud and pay close attention to these key facts

  • Neither Perkins Eastman nor our authorized third-party recruiting partners will ever ask for payments of any kind. Perkins Eastman does not collect personal banking, passport, visa, or other sensitive personal data as part of the recruitment process. You should never send money or personal details to anyone suggesting they can provide employment with Perkins Eastman. 
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  • Messages from fraudsters often contain spelling and grammatical errors. 
  • If you receive unsolicited or suspicious offers of employment from Perkins Eastman, or simply want to verify the authenticity of an offer from Perkins Eastman, you are advised to immediately stop all communication with this individual and forward the unedited email message or details of the offer to hr@perkinseastman.com

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