Interior Designer 1 at NewGround Chicago, IL

NewGround; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Employee Benefits Package

Wellness programs

Job summary

NewGround is seeking an Interior Designer 1 in Chicago, IL, with expertise in Revit and strong design skills. The role involves generating construction documents, participating in conceptual design, and managing projects from inception to completion.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor or Masters degree in Architecture with 0-3 years of experience. The position offers a competitive salary and an excellent Employee Benefits Package. Some travel may be required.

Qualifications

• 0-3 years of experience in design.
• Commercial retail design experience preferred.
• Revit experience is REQUIRED.

Responsibilities

• Generate and manage development of construction documents.
• Participate in project conceptualization and design presentations.
• Assist Project Architect in construction management.

Skills

Microsoft Office Applications

Revit

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Adobe Creative Suite

Rendering programs (TwinMotion, Enscape, Lumion)

Education

Bachelor or Masters degree in Architecture

Job description

Interior Designer 1

Location: Chicago, IL. Employment Type: Full-time.

About NewGround

NewGround is the industry leader in planning, designing, and building branded spaces for financial institutions, organizations, and retailers. With over 100 years of experience, we align brand, place, and culture in branded spaces across North America.

General Skills

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Proficient in Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite, and experience with rendering programs such as TwinMotion, Enscape, Lumion, etc.
• Ability to present to clients with assistance from your supervisor
• Ability to manage several projects at once at different stages of development
• Ability to solve problems quickly, take and act on feedback, and collaborate effectively with team members, consultants, and clients
• Ability to empathize and see design problems from other people's point of view
• Able to solve problems while balancing details with the bigger picture

Primary Responsibilities

• Generate and manage development of construction documents and specifications
• Take part in project conceptualization and design presentations
• Assist Project Architect in construction management with RFIs, ASIs and Addendums
• Attend and take part in client meetings and presentations
• Coordinate consultants
• Act as day to day client and consultant contact
• Take part in site surveys, code research and due diligence reports
• Perform all other related work, as assigned or as apparent

Expectations

• Some travel required
• Progress towards Architectural or NCIDQ registration

Education and Experience Prerequisites

• Bachelor or Masters degree in Architecture required
• 0-3 years of experience
• Commercial retail design experience preferred, but not required
• Revit experience is REQUIRED

NewGround is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience and an outstanding Employee Benefits Package to promote wellness, work/life balance and financial security are offered.