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DESIGN+BUILD is a rapidly expanding organization which fosters and cultivates a culture of innovation and creativity to set themselves apart from their competitors. Our goal is to simplify the communication, accountability, and management of the tenant improvement process for our clients while creating beautiful spaces that inspire those that use them.

Role Profile:

As an Architect / Designer, you will be a key player in every stage of the design process from Schematic Design through Construction Administration. You will work with high-level clients, establishing relationships and providing design and technical support throughout the project lifecycle. As a true design-build firm, we are able to offer a unique multi-disciplinary experience where people can grow and learn quickly.

Responsibilities:

Your primary responsibilities will involve supporting Design projects and working with clients here in the Portland market. The key elements of the role involve the following:

• Capitalize on your in-depth understanding and knowledge of architecture by leading project teams from concept through completion.
• Compile full documentation sets that enable ease in constructability.
• Plan, develop and execute thorough design documentation including thorough design documents and comprehensive drawings that meet all code requirements and wow our clients.
• Lead presentations that blow our clients away
• Mentor and develop staff members to produce exceptional design products
• Act as an expert to ensure a quality design and documentation process
• Coordinate with clients, other designers, consultants, technical and construction teams
• Prioritize and contribute to multiple projects simultaneously
• Develop and enhance our standards
• Contribute to our culture of creativity and innovation. Think outside the box
• Actively participating in mentorship programs and learning from colleagues
• Ensuring alignment to culture, values, and behaviors of DESIGN+BUILD
• Contributing to the creation of a high performing, innovative team environment
• Proactively identifying and escalating risks, where relevant, whilst operating in compliance with ethical practices
• Continually enhancing depth and breadth of design/ technical design skills, staying current with external market

Key Measures:

• Demonstrated ability to deliver within time restraints and meet project deadlines
• Effective and regular communication across teams
• Active engagement with team members to drive learning
• Consistent standards/technical standards applied across all projects
• Actions taken to identify and resolve risks and issues

Technical knowledge, skills and experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Interior Design, or equivalent degree is preferred
• Minimum 4 years of experience designing corporate interiors
• Exceptional knowledge of Revit (BIM) - minimum 2 years
• Well versed in technical design, building codes, specifications, building and engineering systems
• Expert at providing guidance and feedback to help grow staff
• Previous success leading corporate interiors projects
• An exceptional leader with a knack for coaching and mentoring
• Committed to client excellence with excellent relationship skills
• Passionate about the efficiencies of the workplace design process
• A strong collaborator
• A proactive, flexible, problem solving, self-starter
• Highly organized, deadline-driven and able to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment