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Interior Designer

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Sustainability
    Design
  • Vancouver

AI generated summary

  • You must have a design degree, proficiency in BIM and 2D/3D software, leadership in design processes, client coordination skills, and obtain LEED GA within 6 months. Professional licensure preferred.
  • You will execute the design process, develop concepts, lead project teams, engage clients, review documents, mentor staff, and coordinate with partners and consultants throughout design phases.

Requirements

  • Understand all aspects of the design process and project complexities to contribute to the overall success of the team while adhering to firm and project goals and standards of excellence in interior design, execution, and living design.
  • Develop and coordinate detailed design concepts with ability to develop functional requirements and project-design criteria.
  • Demonstrate understanding of and leadership in the architectural design process and integration of standalone interiors projects and design concepts.
  • Facilitate interior design efforts and project teams including design direction and client engagement.
  • Participate in marketing efforts and may lead design presentations to prospective clients.
  • Coordinate integration of basic engineering systems into the overall project design.
  • Review work for accuracy, omissions, legibility, and for document compliance in accordance with the Project Delivery Manual.
  • Participate and collaborate in design reviews, charettes, and pin-ups.
  • Demonstrate strong and effective communication and direction which inspires high team performance and design ideas.
  • Mentor staff.
  • Coordinate effectively with clients, partners, and consultants throughout the schematic and design development phases.
  • Proficient in BIM.
  • Proficient in building codes and guidelines as applicable (ADA, FGI, etc.).
  • Proficient in programming, planning, and site analysis.
  • Proficient in preliminary design studies.
  • Proficient in contract documents.
  • Proficient in field observations and measurements.
  • Proficient in life safety requirements.
  • Proficient in furniture and interior product specifications.
  • Proficient in furniture bid packages.
  • Proficient in construction contract administration.
  • Proficient in cost estimates and calculations.
  • Proficient in accessibility and zoning analysis.
  • Proficient in documentation of Living Design data, including material health.
  • Advanced knowledge of 2D/3D production software.
  • Advanced Revit.
  • Conceptual modeling tools such as Rhino and Grasshopper.
  • Microsoft Office / Adobe Suite.
  • Visualization tools such as Enscape and VRay.
  • Presentation tools such as InDesign and Photoshop.
  • Bachelor's degree in interiors, architecture or related discipline required.
  • LEED GA within 6 months of hire.
  • Professional Accreditation in one area of Living Design that interests you: LEED AP with Specialty, BREEAM AP, WELL AP, SITES AP, Passive House Institute Certified Passive House Consultant/Designer CPHC/CPHD, or ILFI Living Future Accreditation.
  • Professional interiors licensure preferred, not required.

Responsibilities

  • Understands and consistently executes all aspects of the design process and project complexities to proactively contribute to the overall success of the team while adhering to firm and project goals and standards of excellence in interior design, execution, and living design.
  • Develops and coordinates detailed design concepts with ability to develop functional requirements and project-design criteria.
  • Demonstrates understanding of and leadership in the architectural design process and integration of standalone interiors projects and design concepts.
  • Facilitates interior design efforts and project teams including design direction and client engagement.
  • Participates in marketing efforts and may lead design presentations to prospective clients.
  • Coordinates integration of basic engineering systems into the overall project design.
  • Reviews work for accuracy, omissions, legibility, and for document compliance in accordance with the Project Delivery Manual.
  • Participates and collaborates in design reviews, charettes, and pin-ups.
  • Demonstrates strong and effective communication and direction which inspires high team performance and design ideas.
  • Mentors staff.
  • Coordinates effectively with clients, partners, and consultants throughout the schematic and design development phases.

FAQs

What qualifications are required for the Interior Designer position?

A Bachelor's degree in interiors, architecture, or a related discipline is required. Additionally, a LEED GA certification is required within six months of hire.

Is professional licensure necessary for this role?

Professional interiors licensure is preferred but not required for this position.

What specific skills are needed for this role?

Candidates must be proficient in BIM, building codes, programming, planning, and have a strong understanding of design concepts, among other skills mentioned in the job description.

What software skills are required for the Interior Designer position?

Advanced knowledge of 2D/3D production software, Revit, conceptual modeling tools like Rhino and Grasshopper, Microsoft Office, Adobe Suite, and visualization and presentation tools such as Enscape, VRay, InDesign, and Photoshop are required.

Will I have opportunities to mentor others in this position?

Yes, mentoring staff is part of the responsibilities of the Interior Designer role.

What is the salary range for this position?

The annual salary range for this position is between $85,600 and $114,100, commensurate with qualifications.

Are there opportunities for career development and professional growth?

Yes, the firm supports professional development, including obtaining certifications such as LEED AP with Specialty or other relevant Living Design accreditations.

How does the firm approach diversity and inclusion?

Perkins&Will values diversity, inclusion, and equity, promoting a collaborative environment and recognizing the unique perspectives and contributions of all team members.

Will I be involved in client engagement and presentations?

Yes, you will participate in client engagement and may lead design presentations to prospective clients.

What is the company's stance on sustainability?

Perkins&Will is committed to sustainability, and candidates with a passion for sustainable design are encouraged to apply.

Collaborating with clients all over the world to create healthy, sustainable places to live, learn, work, play, and heal

Real Estate
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1935
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Since 1935, we’ve believed that design has the power to make the world a better, more beautiful place. That’s why clients and community members on nearly every continent partner with us to design healthy, happy places in which to live, learn, work, play, and heal. We’re passionate about Living Design, a philosophy that guides our work and emphasizes poetics and beauty; conceptual clarity; research and innovation; technology and tectonics; community and inclusion; resilience and regeneration; and health and well-being. Our team of over 2,500 professionals in 30 studios worldwide provides interdisciplinary services in architecture, interior design, branded environments, urban design, landscape architecture, and more. Our partners include Schmidt Hammer Lassen Architects; Portland; Nelson\Nygaard; and Pierre-Yves Rochon (PYR). We’re also part of the Sidara Collaborative, a global network of leading designers, engineers, planners, and consultants.