Computational Designer - City Design

At SOM, we are a collective committed to shaping a better future for our clients, communities and planet. We aspire to create the most sustainable, impactful work through creative, interdisciplinary teams with all the resources and diversity of a global firm. We value those who are passionate about excellence, innovation, integrity, inclusivity, and collaboration. Together we can achieve great things.

Success at SOM Means Ideas: We believe in a meritocracy of ideas. We look to everyone to actively contribute to the discourse in the firm. Knowledge: We believe that expertise is the result of lifelong learning. We are not expected to know everything, but rather to passionately pursue answers, develop new skills and deepen our knowledge. Product: We strive for excellence in the concept, quality, and delivery of our work. Individual: We value individuals who bring the highest standards of professionalism and personal integrity in the way they work. Each person can develop and contribute their wealth of attributes, skills and knowledge to support the overall health of the firm.

Team: We value the power of interdisciplinary integration. A positive team culture in which everyone collaborates openly towards common goals is essential. Firm: We have a history of making transformative contributions to the profession and our communities. We are constantly innovating and attempting to bring new approaches, solutions and processes to our work. Position Responsibilities Inspires and promotes computational thinking and data-first approach in teams, studios and offices. Actively leads distinct portions of a project with periodic supervision by Project Leadership and Computational Design Leadership. Exhibits initiative, process innovation, problem solving, and decision quality with a high attention to precision and accuracy at an overall project level. Provides computational design expertise and support for projects during all phases of urban design and planning, including exploration of modeling, documentation, visualization, and urban/data analytics. This includes developing strategies for these

tasks, and implementing them. Introduces a data-driven approach to urban design and implementation to enhance or supplement more traditional design methodologies. Advances parametric and generative design capabilities of the practice. Works closely with Design Technology leaders to develop systematic strategies for data flow and data management throughout the various project phases. Assists teams in software interoperability workflows. Document new workflows or processes clearly for transfer of knowledge to other staff. Evaluates and proposes innovative tools and processes that improve the design workflow Maintains strong relationships within the Digital Design team, prioritizing collaboration and effective communication. Effectively communicates internally through timely and appropriate written, oral, and visual means. Communicates externally with consultants and clients when required. Creates and innovates with a strong conceptual design ability. Integrates interdisciplinary criteria to effectively move forward the design of distinct portions of projects. Actively collaborates at a project, consultant team, and client team level by critically and constructively evaluating ideas. Contributes to and actively participates within the studio and office.