Interior Designer II

Morris Adjmi Architects; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Morris Adjmi Architects is seeking an Interior Designer II/Interior Architect II to lead interior design concepts, coordinate documentation through construction, and manage FF&E selections. The role requires delivering presentations, supervising BIM work, and collaborating with the project team from concept to completion.

Applicants should have 6+ years of interior design/architecture experience, a professional degree, and applicable accreditations (NCIDQ/AIA/LEED).

Qualifications

• Professional degree in Architecture, Interior Architecture or Interior Design.
• NCIDQ, AIA and LEED accreditations are preferred.
• 6+ years of related experience in interior design or interior architecture.

Responsibilities

• Understand the MA 'Project Road Map' and deadlines.
• Participate in project design and development from concept through documentation.
• Assist in client design presentations: select conceptual images, generate 3D views, rendered elevations, FF&E selections; build client presentation templates.
• Understand project scope and required deliverables.
• Develop FF&E package and material selections.
• Coordinate with vendors on finishes, FF&E specifications, and pricing; implement design direction.
• Attend site meetings as directed; prepare surveys of existing conditions; review shop drawings and approvals.
• Provide guidance to junior staff; manage BIM coordination with consultants; maintain documentation and quality control.

Skills

3D modeling

Presentation skills

Education

Professional degree in Architecture, Interior Architecture or Interior Design

NCIDQ

AIA

LEED

Tools

Revit

Rhino

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Enscape

Procore

MS Office

Bluebeam

Illustrator

Photoshop

InDesign

Job description

Morris Adjmi Architects ("MA") is a multidisciplinary design practice dedicated to interpreting the historic forces that shape cities to create buildings that stand out by fitting in. MA is recognized for its creative use of new materials and technologies, sophisticated, sustainable designs, and thoughtful engagement with the arts. Each design decision is guided by a deep appreciation for and understanding the integral architectural, cultural, civic, environmental, and economic forces that shape a project.

Interior Designer II/Interior Architect II (IDII/IAII) generates all architectural concepts for interiors, including full responsibility for interpreting, organizing, executing, and coordinating interior design assignments. The IDII plans and designs interior aspects or large to multiple projects by developing appropriate concepts and approaches and provides subject matter expertise on specific components of interior design. The IDII/IAII is familiar with what is required to be completed in all phases of a project, including construction documents, and can produce a set of drawings with limited oversight. This role is introduced to construction administration and the various responsibilities during the phase.

• Uphold the MA Guiding Principals in all aspects of work, including internal and external interactions and communications
• Have the ability and willingness to be flexible, working both independently and collaboratively with the project team, consultants, and contractors
• Be capable of learning and adapting to new software as required
• Be a motivated, self-starter open to opportunities to learn and ask for advice; self-evaluate one’s skills, efficiency and where improvement is needed
• Effectively communicate with team members and organize workload; meet established deadlines
• Complete tasks with accuracy, precision, and attention to detail
• Be a clear written and verbal communicator with strong presentation skills

Core Responsibilities

• Understand the MA "Project Road Map" as well as project schedule and pertinent deadlines
• Participate in project design and development from concept through documentation
• Assist in the preparation of client design presentations (selecting conceptual images, generating 3D views, rendered elevations, material, and FF&E selections). Able to put together client presentation template based on the meeting agenda
• Understand project scope and required deliverables
• Develop FF&E package and material selections
• Correspond with vendors regarding finishes, FF&E specifications, and pricing
• Implement design direction based on leadership feedback

Project Design & Planning

• Understand the MA "Project Road Map" as well as project schedule and pertinent deadlines
• Participate in project design and development from concept through documentation
• Assist in the preparation of client design presentations (selecting conceptual images, generating 3D views, rendered elevations, material, and FF&E selections). Able to put together client presentation template based on the meeting agenda
• Understand project scope and required deliverables
• Develop FF&E package and material selections
• Correspond with vendors regarding finishes, FF&E specifications, and pricing
• Implement design direction based on leadership feedback

Project Administration

Team Meetings

• Help to identify agenda items for coordination and client meetings; attend when appropriate
• Draft meeting minutes for PA/PM review

Internal Management

• Provide guidance to less experienced colleagues as needed
• Assist in the development of the Interiors work plan; monitor adherence to budget and schedule
• Coordinate activities with all consultants as appropriate
• Manage BIM coordination for consultants

Contractor Management

• Be the secondary point of contact for RFIs, submittals, and correspondence

Project Documentation

• Assist in the production of design development and construction documents with moderate oversight on larger projects, minimal oversight on smaller projects
• Able to solely develop schedules for interior finishes, appliances, plumbing fixtures, and door hardware
• Support review and coordination of consultant sets
• Assist in the preparation of specifications
• Consistently redline and review work for accuracy

Quality Control

• Comply with MA Presentation Standards and Project Checklists
• Working knowledge of building codes and ADA requirements and know where they are required
• Have a familiarity with BIM execution plan
• Archive project emails and maintains standard server file organization
• Self-check own work

Construction Administration

• Attend site meetings as an observer as directed
• Prepare surveys of existing conditions
• Aid with review of shop drawings and approvals
• Maintain proper Field Reports, RFI Logs, and Submittal Logs
• Assist with review of RFIs and Submittals
• Assist PM/PA in the preparation of a Punch List

MA has a distinctive culture founded upon our collective passion for community building, both in and out of the office. We are committed to maintaining a culture and sense of community by creating an enriching work environment built on collaboration, open communication, shared values, and common goals, complemented by engaging programming. This includes family-style staff lunches, firm-wide "On-the-Boards" presentations, offsite events such as the "Beautiful Spaces" series, and in-house art exhibitions.

MA offers a competitive and holistic compensation package that aligns with our core values of personal health and wellness, pay equity, and professional development, including but not limited to paid time off, paid health insurance, 401(k), and a number of ancillary benefits as well as financial incentives for licensure, professional certifications, and industry organization participation.

MA is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and achieving an equal balance of pay within our industry based on merit and in accordance with the annual benchmarks set by the AIA, regardless of gender identity, gender expression, race, color, age, religion, sexual orientation, or any legally protected status.

Qualifications

Education: Professional degree in Architecture, Interior Architecture or Interior Design

Other accreditations preferred but not required (NCIDQ, AIA, LEED)

Experience: 6+ years of related experience

Skills: Proficient in 3D modeling using software such as Revit, Rhino, AutoCAD, and SketchUp; Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign); Enscape, Procore, MS Office, and Bluebeam