Project Designer

Description

About Us:

PLK Communities is a leading residential real estate development company dedicated to creating exceptional living spaces and communities. We specialize in multi-family and mixed-use developments. Our commitment to quality, innovation, and efficient design sets us apart in the industry. We are seeking a talented and passionate Project Designer to join our growing team.

Position Summary:

This is a truly unique opportunity to not only design, but to profoundly influence the aesthetic, functional, and social fabric of entire new communities, leaving a lasting and positive impact on how people live, connect, and thrive. The Project Designer will play a key role in the design and development of our residential projects. This individual will be responsible for translating project concepts and requirements into detailed design plans, ensuring that projects are aesthetically pleasing, functional, and meet all applicable codes and regulations. The Project Designer will collaborate closely with architects, engineers, project managers, and other stakeholders throughout the design process. No professional license is required for this position. Remote work is not available at this time. 

Responsibilities:

• Develop      and prepare design drawings, including site plans, floor plans,      elevations, sections, and construction details, using CAD software (e.g.,      AutoCAD, Revit).
• Assist      in the development of project concepts and design presentations, including      3D renderings and models.
• Select      and specify materials, finishes, and fixtures, considering aesthetics,      durability, cost, and sustainability.
• Ensure      that designs comply with all applicable building codes, zoning      regulations, and accessibility standards.
• Manage      and coordinate external consultants (architects, engineers, landscape      architects, etc.) to ensure seamless design integration and adherence to      project timelines and budgets.
• Review      shop drawings and submittals from contractors to ensure compliance with      design documents.
• Visit      project sites to observe construction progress and address design-related      issues.
• Maintain      project design files and documentation.
• Participate      in design review meetings and provide design recommendations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's      degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Urban Planning, or a related      field.
• 1-5      years of professional experience. 
• Proficiency      in BIM software (Revit) is required.
• Knowledge      of building codes, zoning regulations, and construction practices.
• Excellent      design skills, including space planning, detailing, and materials      selection.
• Ability      to communicate design ideas effectively, both verbally and visually.
• Strong      problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability      to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong      organizational and time-management skills.
• Familiarity      with 3D rendering software (e.g., SketchUp, 3ds Max) is a plus.
• Knowledge      of sustainable design principles and LEED certification is a plus.

Skills:

• CAD      Proficiency (AutoCAD, Revit)
• Bluebeam      Proficiency
• Building      Codes & Regulations
• Site      & Space Planning
• Materials      Selection
• 3D      Visualization
• Communication      Skills
• Problem-Solving
• Teamwork
• Project      Coordination
• Detail-Oriented
• Time      Management
• Sustainability      Knowledge (Preferred)

Benefits:

• Compensation:      Based on experience
• Comprehensive      benefits package
• Paid      time off and holidays
• Professional      development opportunities
• Collaborative      and supportive work environment
• Opportunity      to work on exciting and impactful projects