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Design Technology Specialist

HOK Architects

Ottawa / Toronto, ON
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To perform in this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

General

  • Provides expertise and/or advisement to project teams for implementation of advanced design technology techniques.
  • Provides feedback on project-based activities to the firmwide ATG team.
  • Can be a resource and team member in all phases of the project.
  • Maintains current knowledge of design software, industry developments in integrated practice, and other applicable techniques.
  • Devotes time to research new and upcoming technologies.
  • May contribute to the production of project deliverables.
  • Acts as mentor by coaching and motivating project team members in the use of advanced technologies.
  • Takes personal responsibility for fostering a green workplace through sustainable work practices.
  • Utilizes specialist knowledge to conduct complex modeling, data management, analysis and/or optimization for architectural designs such as building massing or exterior enclosures.
  • Provides specialized design analyses such as pedestrian/egress simulation, sustainable design analysis, or code compliance analysis.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

  • Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering, information technology or a related discipline required.
  • 5 years’ progressive experience in BIM/3D Modeling and drawing package development.
  • LEED accreditation or Green Associate preferred.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES:

  • Advanced knowledge in building information modeling programs and applicable techniques.  
  • Expertise in Revit required, Dynamo an asset.
  • Proficiency in 3D Modeling and analysis software such as Rhino/Grasshopper, Navisworks, SketchUp, 3dsMax Design; including the ability to configure these programs.
  • Proficiency in Ladybug Analysis Tools and IES preferred.
  • Proficiency in MS Office Outlook, Word and Excel required.
  • Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and Newforma preferred.
  • Knowledge about sustainability, integrated design, and LEED guidelines.
  • Ability to effectively manage and mentor a team.
  • Ability to effectively meet deadlines.
  • Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

OTHER:

  • Travel may be required.
  • Overtime may be required.
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Posted on
Jul 19, 2022
Application due is
Aug 15, 2022