Designer - Interiors - Junior

Gensler; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Wellness programs

Flex spending

Paid holidays

Paid time off

401k

Profit sharing

Employee stock ownership

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

Gensler in San Jose is seeking a Designer to join the Workplace Studio. You will translate sketches into 2D/3D models and drawings and coordinate across construction documentation and administration phases.

You should have a 0–3 year background in commercial interiors, proficiency in Revit and CAD tools, and strong communication. The role emphasizes collaboration, mentoring, and in-office presence five days a week.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in interior design or architecture.
• 0-3 years of related project experience or internship experience at a commercial interior design or architecture firm.
• Proficiency in Revit.
• Proficiency in modeling using 2D/3D software such as CAD, Enscape, 3ds MAX, SketchUp and/or Rhino utilizing V-Ray is a plus.
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel).
• Knowledge of building codes and accessibility requirements.
• Enrolled in IDP Program (NCARB or NCIDQ) and in-process for state licensure is a plus.
• LEED Accredited Professional or in process is a plus.
• Ability to work in person in the office 5 days a week.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and take direction from senior designers/architects.
• Clear verbal communication abilities and detail-oriented.
• Possess a visual communication style and think in three dimensions.

Responsibilities

• Participate in all project phases, including conceptual designs, presentations, schematic design, design development, construction documents and construction administration.
• Collaborate with design team, clients, consultants, contractors, fabricators, regulatory agencies and other vendors to meet overall project objectives.
• Produce graphic presentations, 3D renderings, and construction drawings.
• Utilize hand rendering techniques to communicate design concepts.
• Work with other design and professional staff in a synergistic manner.
• Contribute to office activities, initiatives, and learning programs.

Skills

Team collaboration

Detail-oriented

Verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in interior design or architecture

Tools

Revit

CAD

Enscape

3ds Max

SketchUp

Rhino with V-Ray

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft Office

Job description

Locations

San Jose, CA, US

Your Role

As a Gensler Designer in San Jose's Workplace Studio, you will collaborate with our Design Directors to develop design solutions and coordinate the design through the construction documentation and construction administration phases of interior projects. You will be successful because you know how to translate sketches and documents into realized 2D/3D models and images and research artistic and/or technical issues when they arise. Your work ethic and commitment to collaboration and mentoring make Gensler the perfect place to nurture your career.

What You Will Do

• Participate in all project phases, including conceptual designs, presentations, schematic design, design development, construction documents and construction administration
• Collaborate with design team, clients, consultants, contractors, fabricators, regulatory agencies and other vendors to meet overall project objectives
• Produce graphic presentations, 3D renderings, and construction drawings
• Utilize hand rendering techniques to communicate design concepts
• Work in a synergistic manner with other design and professional staff
• Contribute to office activities, initiatives, and learning programs

Your Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in interior design or architecture
• 0-3 years of related project experience or internship experience at a commercial interior design or architecture firm
• Proficiency in Revit required
• Proficiency in modeling using 2D/3D software, such as CAD, Enscape, 3ds MAX, Sketch-up and/or Rhino utilizing V-Ray a plus.
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel)
• Knowledge of relevant building codes and accessibility requirements
• Enrolled in IDP Program (NCARB or NCIDQ) and in-process for state licensure is a plus
• LEED Accredited Professional or in process is a plus
• Ability to work in person in the office 5 days a week
• Ability to keep up in a fast-paced environment, work collaboratively and have the ability to take direction from senior designers/architects.
• Clear verbal communication abilities and are detail-oriented.
• Possess a visual communication style and are able to think and visualize in three dimensions.

**The base salary will be estimated between $75,000-82,000 plus bonuses and benefits and contingent on relevant experience.

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 and hackathons, to "Well-being Week," our offices reflect our teams' diverse interests.

We encourage our employees 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.

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