Design Coordinator, Interiors

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A design firm is seeking a Design Coordinator for Interiors in San Francisco, CA. The role involves collaborating across various disciplines, documenting design concepts, and enhancing project delivery. Candidates should have at least a bachelor's degree in Interior Design or a closely related field with a minimum of 1 year of internship experience. Competency in Revit and the Adobe Creative Suite is required, along with strong communication skills. HDR promotes a commitment to employment equity.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of internship experience in relevant design firm.
• Active member in industry associations preferred.
• Sustainability credentials/certifications are an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate across disciplines to achieve project excellence.
• Participate in design reviews and support office environments.
• Develop and document design concepts for project delivery.

Skills

Communication skills

Technical knowledge in design processes

Teamwork and collaboration

Sustainable design practices

Education

Bachelor's degree in Interior Design or related field

Tools

Revit

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft Office

Bluebeam

Rhino

Enscape

Job description

Design Coordinator, Interiors at HDR

The Design Coordinator plays the role of a connection between our cross-disciplinary design environment and the full range of our expertise. This position involves collaborating across disciplines and market sectors in project delivery, documenting design concepts, and demonstrating knowledge of the interior design process from programming through to construction administration.

• Engage with Interiors and Project Leadership to understand operational plans and processes to achieve project excellence goals.
• Serve as a Team-Focused Individual positively contributing to the design process, discovering solutions and navigating challenges, in pursuit of Design Excellence.
• Participate in Formal and Informal Design Reviews.
• Support Office Environments to promote Design Excellence and HDR’s brand.
• Promote HDR in networking environments, as appropriate.
• Continually develop technical knowledge related to the creation and completion of documents and details across all project phases.
• Encourage sustainable approaches and practices to foster healthy environments and promote the well‑being of occupants.
• Collaborate and co‑create ideas and concepts within a team and across disciplines, ensuring successful project delivery at all scales and complexities.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• Pursuing Interior Design Certificate or Architecture Registration in the country you reside
• Active member in industry associations
• Sustainability Credentials/Accreditations/Certificates in the country you reside
• Experience with Bluebeam, Rhino, Enscape
• Strong consideration will be given to candidates with Health, Science, Higher Education and/or Civic experience

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Interior Design, Interior Architecture, Architecture (from an accredited school) or closely related field
• A minimum of 1 year of internship experience in relevant design firm environment
• Experience with Microsoft Office programs
• Competent in Revit and Adobe Creative Suite
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.