Interior Designer II

Perkins&Will; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan and paid time off

Professional development stipend

Performance-based bonuses

Access to firmwide affinity groups

Job summary

Perkins&Will is seeking an enthusiastic Interior Designer II in Los Angeles, CA to join their collaborative team. You will leverage your 3-5 years of experience to create innovative designs that adhere to project goals and standards.

The role requires proficiency in design software, knowledge of building codes, and a relevant degree. Benefits include medical insurance, retirement plans, and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of experience in interior design.
• LEED GA within 6 months of hire.
• Preparing for NCIDQ.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to project success by adhering to design standards.
• Assist in preparing contract documents and specifications.
• Participate in design reviews and client presentations.

Skills

BIM

Building codes and guidelines

Knowledge of programming and planning

Field observations and measurements

Education

Bachelor's degree in interiors, architecture or related discipline

Tools

Revit

Grasshopper

Ladybug

Job description

At Perkins&Will, we passionately believe that design can transform lives and enhance communities, creating healthy, sustainable places to live, learn, work, play, heal, move, and explore. We’re in it for the greater good; we design to create places with meaning, and we design with purpose.

Join the brightest minds in architecture!

The Perkins&Will SoCal Practice (Los Angeles and San Diego) is seeking a talented and enthusiastic Interior Designer II to join a highly collaborative and dynamic team.

Your Role: Interior Designer II

Years of Experience Required: 3-5+ years.

What You'll Get

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan and paid time off
• Professional development stipend and dedicated continuing education time
• Performance-based bonuses
• Access to firmwide affinity groups and leadership development programs
• Studio initiatives and events; a team that enjoys creating and collaborating together

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 interior design, execution, and living design.
• Exhibits understanding of interior design concepts and integration of the architectural design process.
• Participates in preparing contract documents, including but not limited to floor plans and details, reflected ceiling plans, millwork design, furniture layouts, finish plans, material and furniture specifications, and schedules.
• Assists in creating presentation materials and models for client presentations.
• Manipulates basic design elements such as spatial layout, color, light, texture, and scale.
• Researches manufacturers and selects colors, finishes, materials, lighting, and furniture for interior application, ensuring sustainability goals of the firm are maintained.
• Continues to grow in knowledge of project scope, budgets, and deliverables.
• Contributes to programming and space planning analysis and provides area calculations.
• Develops graphic communication skills to illustrate design concepts.
• Uses a creative approach to complete tasks and responsibilities on projects, within the scope of schedule and budget, in an organized, timely, and consistent way.
• Self-checks work for accuracy, omissions, legibility, and for document compliance in accordance with the Project Delivery Manual.
• Expresses curiosity about the world of design, materials, and products as well as the industry at large.
• Takes increasing ownership on tasks within project teams and studio activities.
• Participates in design reviews, charrettes, and pin-ups.
• Keeps open communication within the team and with the designated team leader.
• Communicates ideas and thoughts in a way that inspires others.
• Coordinates effectively with partners and consultants.

Critical Technical Skills and Certifications

Proficiencies

• BIM
• Building codes and guidelines as applicable (ADA, FGI, etc.)
• Basic knowledge in programming, planning, and site analysis
• Preliminary design studies
• Contract documents
• Field observations and measurements
• Life safety requirements
• Furniture and interior product specifications
• Construction contract administration

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
• Presentation tools such as InDesign and Photoshop
• Environmental analysis software such as Ladybug and Climate Studio

Licensure, Certifications, Education

• 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 NCIDQ
• Bachelor's degree in interiors, architecture or related discipline required

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals With Disabilities

The contractor 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. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c).