Design Coordinator

Overview:

HGA’s San Jose Interior Design and Architecture practice is seeking a talented, design-sensitive, and ambitious

Design Coordinator

to join our team! HGA offers challenge, recognition, and personal visibility with an opportunity to be part of great projects. Our design coordinators work integral to our teams in all stages of design, including programming, digital modeling, rendering, physical modeling, design studies, preparation of schematic, design development and construction documents, coordination with multiple design disciplines, consultants, and contractors. Our San Jose practice works on a wide variety of project types and scales, so versatility to adapt to a variety of collaborative design team settings is necessary.At HGA we work to foster an environment where diversity of thought, background and experience creates new energy. Through your curiosity, tenacity, creativity, and unique insights you can make an impact every day. That impact is felt by your colleagues, by our clients, and by those who inhabit the spaces we create.
In this role you will:

Participate in collaborative design team discussions and accept specific assignments to develop design concepts,

working drawings, and renderings for internal discussions and client meetings.
Work with leading institutions and HGA project leaders that have extensive experience and award-winning design work.
Develop technical details for construction documentation, and research materials and building systems to support decision-making for construction detailing.
Take point on Construction Administration efforts, working closely with other team members.
Support code analysis, specifications, coordination of building systems and other technical disciplines
Work with colleagues in San Jose as well as other HGA offices.
Proactively communicate with project team leadership to keep everyone informed of your work progress.
Identify project challenges, decision points and communicate impact.
Seek clarity when necessary by asking questions.
Maintain, organize and archive all project related documents.
You will need to have:

Four year degree in Interior Design or related field from an accredited program or Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from an accredited Architecture program
4-5 years of experience working in an A&E firm
An interest in working in all stages of the design process
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Critical thinking skills
Problem-solving skills, attention to detail and motivation to learn
Collaborative and professional work ethic
Ability to work in a team environment and independently
Initiative and be a selft starter
Proficiency in Revit, 3D modeling, visualization, and graphic software

Modeling and detailing in Revit in a team setting required
Comfort with Rhino as design study software of choice strongly preferred, sketchup/others are acceptable
Rendering experience desired (Enscape, V-ray, Lumion etc}
Strong model making and hand drawing skills highly appreciated
Great graphic skills in Indesign/Illustrator/Photoshop

Salary Information:

The pay range listed aligns to the geography of the office for which this position is posted. Actual compensation will be based upon work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer. Individuals in this role working more than 24 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in HGA’s robust benefit programs which include an annual bonus and success sharing bonus program, 401(k) guaranteed contribution, paid parental leave, medical, dental and life insurance plans as well as PTO and short- and long-term disability programs. Salary range: $63,200-$77,400
Additional Information:

HGA is a place where you can do your best work. We believe that enduring, impactful design results from deep insight into the people and passions that animate each unique environment. We value empathy, are fueled by curiosity, and embrace the hard work that leads to innovation. Equally important is our commitment to creating a culture of inclusivity and diversity where we encourage your originality, respect the need for flexibility and work-life balance, and empower your desired career growth. HGA is a national award-winning interdisciplinary design firm rooted in architecture and engineering. Learn more about us

here.
Equity
Equity is a living, breathing part of who we are and what we do at HGA. Our goal is to ensure that every employee brings their authentic self to work, feels a sense of belonging and works collaboratively to support each other.
Sustainability
We are committed to meeting our clients’ sustainability goals as well as challenging our industry. We aim to develop the expertise and research to push beyond net zero energy to net positive energy; from a neutral effect on health, safety, and resources to a positive one. As the need and desire for sustainability environments grow, so does the focus on high-performance buildings with sound data that we can share back with clients and our design teams.
Application Requirements & Instructions
Click on APPLY above and submit your resume and portfolio.
Location: San Jose

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