Masterplanner | Hospitality

Overview:

Responsibilities :

• Utilizes experience and knowledge of urban design to proactively contribute to the success of projects at a diversity of scales and contexts through analysis and visualization of specific contexts
• Works with senior designer(s) and project team(s) on conceptual designs, presentations, design development and production to deliver projects on time and within budget
• Applies creative design concepts to projects and expands on concepts of others
• May participate in project proposals to develop design solutions
• Applies principles of urban design and planning including building massing, scale, public space design, building typologies and site circulation to projects
• Understands and values public input processes, community engagement and outreach techniques
• Supports design effort and client presentations to develop client relationships
• Develops, modifies and/or reviews drawings to incorporate the design intent
• Produces graphic presentations, 3D renderings and implementation documents
• Collaborates on the development of design throughout appropriate phases of the project
• Assist in the research of code requirements, local ordinances, and emerging best practices in urban design and planning
• Prepares presentation/design drawings and may build models for client/project team review
• Organizes and delivers complete project design presentations to client user group or public forum
• Assists in landscape projects as needed
• Coordinates with consultants, contractors and regulatory agencies to meet overall project objectives
• Resolves complex design issues with innovative and practical solutions
• Works with team to manage client expectations, team communication and consultant coordination

Qualifications:

• Accredited professional degree in Architecture, Urban Design, Urban Planning, Landscape Architecture or related field; postgraduate degree preferred
• Architectural registration or associated licensure strongly preferred or within one year of hire
• Typically 4-8 years of experience in landscape architecture / urban design; prior experience in international masterplanning projects preferred
• Urban design/planning related accreditation preferred such as AICP, LEED ND and/or Ecodistricts AP, or within one year of hire
• Knowledge of architectural software such as AutoCAD, Revit, and 3D modeling (including Rhino and Grasshopper, 3D Studio MAX, etc.)
• Experience with Photoshop, Illustrator, SketchUp and InDesign graphic software preferred
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite preferred
• Proficiency in geographic information systems (GIS) software such as ArcGIS or QGIS highly preferred
• Knowledge of urban design theories and placemaking principles
• Knowledge of the principles, methodology and practices of research and mapping data
• Knowledge of sustainability and integrated design guidelines
• Knowledge of basic zoning regulations, land use and mobility planning standards
• Strong presentation skills and graphic and visualization skills to communicate design ideas at a variety of scales
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work on multiple projects at the same time
• Ability to be able to work from concept to detailed design on large scale masterplans
• Ability to maintain existing client relationships and build new client relationships
• Ability to communicate in a clear, concise and professional manner both verbally and in writing
• Ability to problem solve and apply innovative solutions
• Ability to work and collaborate in a team environment
• Ability to effectively meet deadlines at expected quality
• Travel may be required

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