Junior Designer

Summary

The Junior Designer assists senior designers with all facets of the design process from conceptual design through construction administration, including the development of design solutions, research and finish/lighting/furniture specification and drawing production. Responsible for assuring office-wide objectives of enhanced design expertise and client service are successfully applied to every project to which he/she is assigned – from the earliest concept study through construction administration.  Working with senior staff, the Junior Designer is expected to articulate the project design as defined during the earliest phases by the project designer and/or project leadership, and to maintain an enhanced level of commitment to the success of the project throughout its development and implementation.

Essential Duties + Responsibilities

• Implements design studies under the direction of senior staff.
• Develops design presentations through plans, elevations and 3D perspectives.
• Contributes to project team by assisting with technical work to complete a project.
• Assists in daily progress of construction document development
• Assists in CA duties including RFI responses, shop drawing review, developing punch lists and other administrative tasks.
• Helps to resolve issues and problems that arise during construction
• Working toward gaining full understanding of consultant (structural, civil, M.E.P., etc.) documents in order to coordinate between architectural and consultant drawings.
• Working toward gaining full understanding of building codes and regulations.
• Working toward gaining a full understanding of BOMA measurement criteria and able to understand and complete and manage accurate measurements in accordance with the project goals.
• Consistently has high billable percent of time. Generally above 85% direct labor percentage over the course of a year.
• Is an ambassador of SGA and assists in marketing and business development efforts.
• Contributes to own professional development by actively participating in the mentoring program and other internal and external programs and training which enhance knowledge, skills and abilities.
• Special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential task satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential task satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
• Displays ability to coordinate with all others, contributes to office knowledge and spirit in identifiable and demonstrated ways, helps to resolve team conflicts when they arise; conducts oneself in a professional manner at all times.
• Displays the desire to advance skills, contribute positively to projects and take ownership of tasks and assignments.
• Displays an ability to articulate well in both verbal and written communication; is becoming comfortable with presenting information to clients and other parties; is able to play an active role in client and team meetings.
• Able to maintain relationships with clients, vendors and consultants; maintains client loyalty.
• Continues to increase knowledge base to remain current in the industry. Shows commitment to one’s own education and advancement by seeking and completing training and education

Education + Experience

1-3 years of relevant work experience

Certificate + Licenses

Actively pursuing professional license.

Technology

Must be proficient in Revit, AutoCAD, Sketch-up and Photoshop.