Interior Designer | Healthcare

Northern Impact; Menlo Park (CA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An award-winning architecture firm is seeking a Senior Interior Designer with extensive experience in healthcare design. This innovative studio values creativity and collaboration, offering a supportive environment where individual contributions are recognized. You will play a pivotal role in developing design concepts, managing projects, and communicating with clients to deliver exceptional design solutions. The firm is committed to fostering diversity and work-life balance, making it an exciting opportunity for a passionate designer looking to make a significant impact in the healthcare sector. Join a dynamic team that encourages growth and innovation in every project!

Benefits

Medical Insurance

401(k) matching

Pet-Friendly Office

End-of-year office closure

Diversity and inclusion program

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in interior design, with 5+ years in healthcare design.
• Knowledge of building codes and HCAI is essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee interior design projects from concept to completion.
• Prepare design documentation and specify materials and finishes.

Skills

Interior Design

Healthcare Design

Project Management

Client Communication

Creative Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Interior Design

Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture

Tools

CAD

Revit

Sketchup

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Overview

Award-winning architecture firm located in downtown Culver City, California, is seeking a Senior Interior Designer to join their team of Architects and Designers.

LA-based Architecture + Interiors Studio is a passionate team of 40 creatives (and growing) with offices in Los Angeles and San Diego. They are hiring for their LA location. They value individual contributions and team-based collaboration. They foster a positive work-life balance for our staff while seeking to enhance the diversity of our firm and the broader AEC community. Their portfolio consists of healthcare, workplace, residential, institutional, retail, and commercial projects.

They are currently searching for a passionate Interior Designer with 8+ years of project experience in healthcare interior design. The ideal candidate will work closely on various healthcare interior design projects, partnering with a multi-disciplinary team to refine designs, prepare presentations, select materials and FF&E, create construction documents, and coordinate with consultants and contractors. The team values innovation and seeks team members who approach challenges with a learning mindset and offer creative solutions. You will be a key influencer in driving their design initiatives forward!

The Senior Interior Designer will work closely with clients, Design Leaders, and project teams to deliver innovative and creative design solutions for healthcare environments.

Key responsibilities include:

• Expertise in Design and Technical Knowledge: Possess a deep understanding of interior design, architectural materials, finishes, and specifications. Be well-versed in building and fire codes, design standards, and construction techniques. Enhance design concepts with technical strategies and use appropriate tools for research, design, and documentation throughout all project phases.
• Comprehensive Design Management: Oversee the interior design of projects from concept to completion. This includes developing design concepts, creating presentations, preparing design and construction documentation, and specifying materials and finishes.
• Planning: Lead the planning process, including design elements, ceiling designs, material and finish selections, space planning, and specialty lighting fixtures.
• Design Preparation: Prepare and develop design drawings, models, images, and materials. Conduct research on materials and products, and produce samples and visioning materials.
• Project Management: Coordinate with the design team to define project requirements and schedules. Manage work progress and collaborate closely with design and project teams.
• Client Communication: Clearly articulate design ideas to the team and explain their rationale. Present concepts to clients, provide expert advice, and ensure the successful execution of projects.

Preferred candidates will have:

• 8+ years of professional experience in interior design, with 5+ years in healthcare design
• Bachelor’s Degree in Interior Design or Architecture or professional equivalent
• Knowledge of building codes and HCAI
• Experience leading design teams
• Creative and innovative in design solutions
• Attention to detail and precision in design execution
• Experience in CAD, Revit, Sketchup and the Adobe Creative Suite is required.

Benefits Highlights:

• Medical Insurance
• Pre-tax plans for healthcare and dependent care savings
• 401(k) employee savings plan with up to a 3% company matching incentive
• End-of-year office closure between Christmas and New Year
• Pet-Friendly Office
• Hybrid in-person/remote working arrangements
• A firm-wide diversity and inclusion program

Professional Benefits:

• Bonus for newly licensed architects
• 100% reimbursement for AIA/IIDA yearly dues and California State Architectural Licensure biennial dues
• Options to participate in internal working groups, such as the Events or DEI Committees
• Company sponsorship of creative competitions and volunteer organizations
• Internal opportunities to gain AIA/IIDA continuing education credit

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