Intermediate Designer

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About UsHDR 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 work in collaborative studios across Canada, and partner with clients to deliver diverse projects ranging from major social infrastructure projects to mass timber commercial towers. Our teams pair their local knowledge and deep project experience with leading edge expertise from around the globe.Our Kingston and Ottawa offices are seeking Intermediate Designers to strengthen our design focus on multiple projects. This role will liaise regularly with our design leadership and support projects of varying types and scales in our Eastern Ontario Studios. 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.Watch Our Story:’ https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story’We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That coloring 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.Primary ResponsibilitiesIn the role of an Intermediate Designer, we’ll count on you to:

• Possess superior graphic skills in relating design concepts during early and subsequent design phases of a project
• Review overarching design concepts from design leadership and independently develop subsequent design iterations and studies
• Exercise excellent communication skills both internally with colleagues and partners as well as externally with clients
• Be part of elevating design literacy and ensure that an integrated design process is occurring on all projects.
• Perform other duties as needed

Required Qualifications

• Share our desire to maintain a design-centered focus throughout all projects.
• Have proven experience in design integration on a variety of projects.
• Have an interest in developing and maintaining strong client relationships.
• Have 5+ years’ experience and are either licensed or in the process of completing licensure as a Registered Architect.
• Are proficient in the following design software: Rhino, Revit, Photoshop, Illustrator, DRofus.
• Have a positive attitude and commitment to be an active participant in our employee-owned culture.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

Preferred Qualifications

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

Why HDRAt 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 LocationCanada-Ontario-KingstonIndustryArchitectureScheduleFull-timeEmployee StatusRegularBusinessClassHealthcare ArchitectureJob PostingDec 28, 2021At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity in all of our offices. USA: We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified candidates regardless of minority, veteran, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or any other status protected by law. CANADA: We welcome applications from all qualified individuals. AUSTRALIA: We consider all qualified candidates regardless of gender, ethnicity, country of birth, political or religious affiliation, health status, or any other status protected by law.Health and safety is also our priority. For some positions, you may be required to provide drug and alcohol testing, before or during employment, based on our Drug Testing and Drug Free Workplace Policy. If you are required to drive for us, we require a valid driver’s license and compliance with our vehicle policy.