McLennan Design is a highly collaborative and dynamic team of professionals focused on merging design, building performance, and research in pursuit of a healthier planet. Our work consists of architecture, urban design and interiors, sustainability consulting, and industrial design projects domestic and abroad and focuses on ‘deep green’ regenerative design projects that make a difference in the world. The ideal candidate should have passion, commitment and enthusiasm for these broad concerns and be equally capable to explore them.

The offices of McLennan Design, Inc are located in the City of Bainbridge Island, Washington, and in the City of Kansas City, Missouri. Prospective employees ideally would be located in the Seattle area, although remote locations are possible.

What you will Do...

As a Designer lll you will provide mid-level project leadership for projects, working under the direction of the Studio’s leadership and senior staff in support of the lead architect for the project. You will be accountable to uphold the firm’s performance standards, process and vision, are committed to developing the highest level of regenerative and living building, transformative design work. Responsible at the project level for the consistent delivery of the highest quality of design documents and professional services to support this level of work.

What you will need…

A track record of proven project architecture skills and experience working with sustainable design projects; detail-oriented and have the ability to think strategically; demonstrated strong process skills as it applies to the consistent delivery of thorough and quality design documents as well as administering all aspects of projects during each phase of work. You are skilled in developing conceptual computer models and renderings for presentations to clients and other stakeholders.

• Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Perkins&Will has established and adopted an Equal Employment Opportunity Employment policy (“EEO”), which is part of the Company’s Human Resources Policy. The purpose of this EEO policy is to ensure that all employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis, and without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, gender reassignment, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable national, federal, state, or local law. In some cases, local laws and regulations may provide greater protections than those outlined here and employees will be covered by the laws of their local jurisdiction.

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision

Perkins&Will will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

The ability to lead project team members while motivating them to do their best work without doing it for them is essential. You are a collaborator, clear communicator, team builder and a leader. Able to mentor emerging professionals.

Knowledge, Skills and Education

6-8 years of experience in the profession

Demonstrated experience in large projects

Able to participate in multiple projects at once.

A professional degree in architecture or related field with experience in all phases and aspects of projects. Advanced knowledge of project design, construction documentation/delivery methods and construction materials is required.

Experience in the sustainable design industry and developing a full understanding of the Living Building ChallengeSM is a requirement for this role.

We foster a culture that is diverse and inclusive and strive for pay practices that are fair, and competitive and reflect our commitment to pay equity. Our compensation decisions include but are not limited to a candidate’s qualifications including skill sets, education, experience and training, licensure and certifications credentials if applicable, and business-related factors. This practice extends to all employees, including performance considerations for merit increases, job promotions, and transfer opportunities. We additionally review our pay practices, conduct pay equity audits and ensure our managers are trained in our pay practices on an annual basis. At the time of posting this job advertisement, the annual pay range for this position is between $74,700 - $91,300 commensurate with qualifications

At Perkins&Will we believe that inclusion spurs creativity and that innovation is born from an engaged culture of diverse people + ideas. By moving beyond barriers and stereotypes of gender, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, medical condition, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status; we are committed to building an organization that reflects the diversity of the communities and clients we serve.