Designer II - Interior Architecture

Perkins&Will; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 71,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Wellness programs

Disability insurance (STD/LTD)

Life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Hybrid work model

Professional development stipend

Performance-based bonuses

Job summary

Perkins&Will in New York, NY is seeking a Designer II - Interior Architecture with 3–5 years of experience to join our studio. You will contribute to schematic through construction documents and collaborate with the design team to deliver design excellence.

The role supports a hybrid work model and provides a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in architecture or related discipline required.
• Interiors Architecture experience is required.
• LEED GA within 6 months of hire.
• Professional accreditation in Living Design area (LEED AP, WELL AP, etc.).
• Preparing for ARE and active involvement in AXP.

Responsibilities

• Uses enhanced knowledge of project complexity to contribute to design goals and standards.
• Assists in generating creative design ideas as part of the design team.
• Generates drawings for schematic through construction documents.
• Performs product research and assists with material selections.
• Prepares client presentation materials with critical and creative judgement.
• Maintains schedule and budget, and coordinates with team and consultants.

Skills

BIM

Building codes

Site analysis

Preliminary design studies

Contract documents

Field measurements

Life safety requirements

Specifications

Construction contract administration

Sketching

Education

Bachelor's degree in architecture or related discipline

Interiors Architecture experience is required

LEED GA within 6 months of hire

Professional Accreditation (LEED AP/WELL/AP etc.)

ARE preparation and involvement in AXP

Tools

2D/3D production software

Revit

Rhino

Grasshopper

Microsoft Office

Adobe Suite

Enscape / VRay

3D Printing / Laser cutting

InDesign / Photoshop

Climate/Ladybug analysis tools

Job description

Posting Details

• Posted on November 13, 2026

Locations

Showing 1 location

• New York, NY 10001, USA
• Architecture
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: DESIG005381

Description

Our Offerings

At Perkins&Will, we are committed to supporting the well-being and growth of our team members. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Wellness programs and mental health support
• Short- and long-term disability (STD/LTD)
• Life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Generous paid time off (PTO)

Our employee experience is enriched by a hybrid and flexible work environment, enabled by advanced technology and collaborative tools. Our hybrid model will empower you to balance your life and work commitments.

We also provide:

• A professional development stipend and dedicated time for continuing education
• Performance-based bonuses
• Engaging studio initiatives and events
• Active firmwide affinity groups and leadership development opportunities

Above all, our culture is grounded in a firmwide commitment to Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI)—a core foundation of everything we do.

Your Role: Designer II - Interior Architecture

Typical Years of Requisite Experience: 3-5 years

Common and Baseline Responsibilities

• Uses enhanced knowledge of project complexity to proactively contribute to the overall success of the team by adhering to firm and project goals and standards of excellence in design, execution, and living design.
• Assistsin generating creative and innovative design ideas, concepts, and solutions while participating as an integral member of the design team.
• Generatesdrawings under supervision for schematic design, design development, and construction documents.
• Performs product research and assists team with material selections.
• Exercisescritical and creative judgement and design application skills in preparing client presentation materials.
• Uses a creative approach to complete tasks and responsibilities on projects, within the scope of scheduleand budget,in an organized, timely, and consistent way.
• Self-checkswork for accuracy, omissions, legibility, and for document compliance in accordance with the Project Delivery Manual.
• Expresses curiosity about the world of design and the industry at large.
• Takes increasing ownership of tasks within project teams and studio activities.
• Participates in design reviews, charettes, and pin-ups.
• Keepsopen communication within team and with designated team leader.
• Communicates ideas and thoughts in a way that inspires others.
• Coordinateseffectively with partners and consultants.

High-level Summary of Critical, Baseline Technical Skills and Certifications

Proficiencies

• BIM
• Building codes
• Site analysis
• Preliminary design studies
• Contract documents
• Field measurements
• Life safety requirements
• Specifications
• Construction contract administration
• Sketching

Software

• Functional knowledge of 2D/3D production software
• Intermediate Revit
• Conceptual modeling tools such as Rhino and Grasshopper
• Microsoft Office / Adobe Suite
• Visualization tools such as Enscape and VRay
• Physical modeling tools such as 3D Printing and Laser cutting
• Presentation tools such as InDesign and Photoshop
• Environmental Analysis software such Ladybug and Climate Studio

Licensure/Certifications/Education

• Bachelor's degree in architecture or related discipline required
• Interiors Architecture experience is 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
• Preparing for AREand active involvement in AXP

Salary Range Information

We foster a culture that is diverse and inclusive and strive for pay practices that are fair, and competitive and reflect our commitment to pay equity. Our compensation decisions include but are not limited to a candidate’s qualifications including skill sets, education, experience and training, licensure and certifications credentials if applicable, and business-related factors. This practice extends to all employees, including performance considerations for merit increases, job promotions, and transfer opportunities. We additionally review our pay practices, conduct pay equity audits, and ensure our managers are trained in our pay practices on an annual basis.At the time of posting this job advertisement, the annual pay salary range for this position in New York is between $71,000 and $90,600.

Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

At Perkins&Will we believe that inclusion spurs creativity and that innovation is born from an engaged culture of diverse people + ideas. By moving beyond barriers and stereotypes of gender, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, medical condition, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status; we are committed to building an organization that reflects the diversity of the communities and clients we serve.

"Design has the power to inspire joy, uplift lives, and strengthen the spirit of community."

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Perkins&Will has established and adopted an Equal Employment Opportunity Employment policy (“EEO”), which is part of the Company’s Human Resources Policy. The purpose of this EEO policy is to ensure that all employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis, and without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, gender reassignment, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable national, federal, state, or local law. In some cases, local laws and regulations may provide greater protections than those outlined here and employees will be covered by the laws of their local jurisdiction.

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision

Perkins&Will will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

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