Interior Designer III

Perkins&Will; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 79,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

Perkins&Will in Boston is seeking an Interior Designer III to contribute advanced interior design concepts and coordinate with clients, consultants, and the project team. You will develop contract documents, space planning, and presentation materials while aligning with sustainability goals and project timelines.

The role requires strong BIM skills, knowledge of codes, and proficiency in 2D/3D software, with hybrid work in a design-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in interiors, architecture or related discipline.
• LEED GA within 6 months of hire.
• Strong knowledge of interior design processes and documentation.
• Experience with BIM and construction contract administration.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates advanced knowledge of project complexity and adheres to firm goals.
• Develops interior design concepts and integrates architectural processes.
• Executes contract documents including floor plans and details.
• Creates materials/models for client presentations with critical judgment.
• Speaks to design concepts; coordinates with clients and consultants.

Skills

BIM

Code compliance (ADA, FGI)

Programming basics

Site analysis

Preliminary design studies

Contract documents

Field observations

Life safety

Furniture specifications

Construction administration

Education

Bachelor's degree in interiors/architecture

LEED GA within 6 months

Professional accreditation options (LEED AP / WELL AP / SITES AP / CPHC/CPHD / ILFI)

NCIDQ preparation

Tools

2D/3D production software

Revit

Rhino / Grasshopper

Enscape / VRay

InDesign / Photoshop

Office / Adobe Suite

Ladybug / Climate Studio

Job description

Interior Designer III

Locations

Showing 1 location

• Hybrid
• Interiors
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: INTER006164

Description

Common and Baseline Responsibilities

• Demonstrates advanced 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 advanced understanding and independent development of interior design concepts and integration of the architectural design process and in market sector.
• Executes contract documents, including but not limited to floor plans and details, reflected ceiling plans, mill work design, furniture layouts, finish plans, and schedules.
• Exercises critical judgement in creating materials and models for client presentations.
• Develops graphic communication skills to illustrate design concepts.
• Influences and manipulates 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.
• Begins to take ownership of project scope, budgets, and deliverables.
• Provides programming and space planning analysis as well as area calculations.
• Implements a creative approach to complete tasks and responsibilities on projects, within the scope of schedule and budget, in an organized, timely, and consistent way.
• Reviews work for accuracy, omissions, legibility, and for document compliance in accordance with the Project Delivery Manual.
• Supports growth of others.
• Expresses curiosity about the world of design and the industry at large.
• Takes increasing ownership on tasks within project teams and studio activities.
• Participates in design reviews, charettes, and pin-ups.
• Keeps open and proactive communication within team and with designated team leader.
• Communicates ideas and thoughts in a way that inspires others.
• Coordinates effectively and participates in meetings with clients, partners, and consultants.

High-level Summary of Critical, Baseline 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

• Advanced knowledge of 2D/3D production software
• Advanced 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 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

Salary Range Information

We foster a culture that is diverse and inclusive and strive for pay practices that are fair, and competitive and reflect our commitment to pay equity. Our compensation decisions include but are not limited to a candidate’s qualifications including skill sets, education, experience and training, licensure and certifications credentials if applicable, and business-related factors. This practice extends to all employees, including performance considerations for merit increases, job promotions, and transfer opportunities. We additionally review our pay practices, conduct pay equity audits, and ensure our managers are trained in our pay practices on an annual basis. At the time of posting this job advertisement, the annual pay salary range for this position in Boston is between $78,900 and $100,700.

Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

At Perkins&Will we believe that inclusion spurs creativity and that innovation is born from an engaged culture of diverse people + ideas. By moving beyond barriers and stereotypes of gender, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, medical condition, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status; we are committed to building an organization that reflects the diversity of the communities and clients we serve.

"Design has the power to inspire joy, uplift lives, and strengthen the spirit of community."

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Perkins&Will has established and adopted an Equal Employment Opportunity Employment policy (“EEO”), which is part of the Company’s Human Resources Policy. The purpose of this EEO policy is to ensure that all employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis, and without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, gender reassignment, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable national, federal, state, or local law. In some cases, local laws and regulations may provide greater protections than those outlined here and employees will be covered by the laws of their local jurisdiction.

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