Designer (Level 2)

Responsibilities

Assist with the generation of original design concepts and completion of design deliverables including preliminary design documentation, conceptual plans and elevations, 3D renderings, and exhibits. Primary focus is on ensuring accurate and comprehensive design documentation.
Work collaboratively with architectural and design staff on experiential concept designs and projects of various types and scale. This includes a detailed understanding of how jurisdictional requirements, client standards, constructability, and programmatic guidelines impact and inform concept designs.
Collaborate directly with project teams to integrate conceptual design work into contract documents. including assisting with construction document production as needed.
Conduct design research from a wide variety of benchmarking sources for ideation and provide detailed design documentation to project teams.
Complete timely and accurate surveys of existing conditions in spaces identified as potential sites for tenant improvements.
Research project materiality and FF&E specifications with a detailed understanding of durability and aesthetic qualities, as well as sustainable design considerations.
Coordinate project deliverable with external consultants project partners.
Assist with data collection, project programming and preliminary space planning.
Actively contribute to QA/QC reviews of design deliverables and design related construction documents to ensure design intent is maintained throughout all project phases.
Assist with generating design focused project specifications as needed. Perform relevant research of products and materials as necessary, and coordinate with Project
Designers as required.
Contribute to the execution of Construction Administration procedures including review of design related RFIs and project submittals.
Contribute to the production of design deliverables used in RFP/RFQ responses and marketing proposals.
Actively participate in efforts to build and support a design culture at MG2, including adherence to design rigor standards and processes.
Produce accurate and timely work in accordance with the project schedules and workplans. Work should demonstrate understanding of design intent and comprehension of project budget.

Qualifications

Bachelor‘s or master’s degree in architecture, design, or a related field.
6+ years of experience in a professional architectural or design firm.
Certification as a licensed professional preferred.
Demonstrated experience in design production and 3D visualization.
Understanding of the relationship between design and constructability.
Proficient with Revit, Sketch-Up, Auto-CAD, Adobe Creative Suite, Affinity, VRay and Enscape.
Experience selecting finish materials, furniture, fixtures, and equipment.
Experience with sustainable material sourcing, documentation of embodied carbon preferred.
Basic understanding of merchandising needs in a store environment.
Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.