Designer - Interiors - Junior

Gensler; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Gensler seeks a Designer in Chicago to blend creativity and technical skill for purposeful, functional spaces. Bring an Interiors/Architecture background and a strong portfolio, and contribute to a collaborative design environment.

You will collaborate on workplace interiors across projects, leading with design excellence while coordinating with clients and consultants. A design leadership track and local market experience are valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited school of design or architecture.
• 0+ years of design leadership of interior design and/or architecture projects; recent workplace project experience is required.
• LEED accreditation or WELL AP is preferred.
• Experience delivering highly sustainable design solutions.
• Strong leadership, communication, presentation, and relationship management skills.
• Proficiency in Revit and other computer design programs.
• Must have a portfolio of workplace interior projects, ideally showing a range of projects.

Responsibilities

• Perform interior design assignments that include interpreting client’s needs, space planning, conceptual design, schematic design, design development and construction documentation.
• Performs work requiring independent judgment in evaluation, selection, and substantial adaptation/modification of standard techniques and procedures.
• Participate in the selection and presentation of furniture, furniture systems, fabrics, equipment (FF&E), color palettes, and lighting.
• Generate design with 3D models, Revit, Sketchup or other software, create digital 3D view to communicate design concepts.
• Generate Interior finishes and reflected ceiling plans, elevations, details, specifications, and material selections needed for construction.
• Provide design support and documentation during completion and execution of design concepts.
• Work with external consultants, product representatives, furniture dealers, and fabricators.
• Work in a synergistic manner with other design and professional staff.
• Contribute to office activities, initiatives, and learning programs.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Presentation

Relationship management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in design or architecture

Tools

Revit

SketchUp

3D modeling

Job description

Description

At Gensler, we design for people. We leverage our global perspective and local presence to innovate at every scale. We’re not just designers. We’re tinkerers, craftspeople, visionaries, innovators and thought leaders. Fueled by passion and entrepreneurial spirit, our people bring innovative ideas to solve challenging problems. Whether you’re into sketching new ideas, hacking a building or growing client relationships in global markets, there is something here for everyone.

At Gensler, we design for people. We leverage our global perspective and local presence to innovate at every scale. We’re not just designers. We’re tinkerers, craftspeople, visionaries, innovators and thought leaders. Fueled by passion and entrepreneurial spirit, our people bring innovative ideas to solve challenging problems. Whether you’re into sketching new ideas, hacking a building or growing client relationships in global markets, there is something here for everyone.

Our Chicago office has a thriving interiors practice providing innovative solutions for a variety of projects, including workplace, amenities, and more. Through our integrated inside-out design approach, we impact both the people working in our buildings and the surrounding community with our inspirational and thought leading design solutions.

Your Role

As a Gensler Designer, your job is to combine creativity and technical knowledge with business skills and understanding to produce purposeful, functional and beautiful spaces for our clients. You should have exceptional design skills, a background in architecture with a focus on Interiors or Interior Design, and a portfolio of innovative design concepts. You must be an integral part of your teams and actively foster a respectful, creative, and inspiring design environment. You should have a great reputation in the design community at large.

What You Will Do

• Perform interior design assignments that include interpreting client’s needs, space planning, conceptual design, schematic design, design development and construction documentation
• Performs work requiring independent judgment in evaluation, selection, and substantial adaptation/modification of standard techniques and procedures.
• Participate in the selection and presentation of furniture, furniture systems, fabrics, equipment (FF&E), color palettes, and lighting
• Generate design with 3D models, Revit, Sketchup or other software, create digital 3D view to communicate design concepts
• Generate Interior finishes and reflected ceiling plans, elevations, details, specifications, and material selections needed for construction
• Provide design support and documentation during completion and execution of design concepts
• Work with external consultants, product representatives, furniture dealers, and fabricators
• Work in a synergistic manner with other design and professional staff
• Contribute to office activities, initiatives, and learning programs

Your Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited school of design or architecture
• 0+ years of design leadership of interior design and/or architecture projects; recent workplace project experience is required.
• LEED accreditation or WELL AP is preferred
• Experience delivering highly sustainable design solutions.
• Strong leadership, communication, presentation, and relationship management skills
• Proficiency in Revit and other computer design programs
• Must have a portfolio of workplace interior projects. Ideally the project portfolio will show a range of projects.

Learn more about our Chicago team: https://www.gensler.com/offices/chicago

This is not a remote role, we look forward to working with our new Designer in our incredible Chicago office.

• The base salary will be estimated between $60,000 – $70,000 plus bonuses and benefits and is contingent on relevant experience. To learn more about our compensation philosophy and full benefits offerings, please visit Great People, Great Rewards | Gensler

Life at Gensler

At Gensler, we are as committed to enjoying life as we are to delivering best-in-class design. From curated art exhibits to internal design competitions to “Well-being Week,” our offices reflect our people’s diverse interests.

We encourage every person at Gensler to lead a healthy and balanced life. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off. We also offer a 401K, profit sharing, employee stock ownership, and twice annual bonus opportunities. Our annual base salary range has been established based on local markets.

As part of the firm’s commitment to licensure and professional development, Gensler offers reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees. In addition, we reimburse tuition for certain eligible programs or classes. We view our professional development programs as strategic investments in our future.

NOTICE TO APPLICANTS

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer of choice. All aspects of employment decisions will be based on merit, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of any status protected under federal, state and local law.

Individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with federal, state and local law.

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