Interior Designer III | Education

Perkins&Will; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Perkins&Will is seeking an Interior Designer III for the Education team in a hybrid environment. You will advance interior design concepts, collaborate with architects, and produce contract documents including floor plans and millwork details.

The role requires strong BIM capabilities, knowledge of codes and sustainability practices, and experience with educational facilities. Applicants should demonstrate leadership in reviews and client coordination.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in interiors, architecture or related field.
• 5-8 years: Interior Design experience with Education work.
• LEED GA within 6 months of hire and NCIDQ prep encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate advanced knowledge of project complexity and adhere to firm standards.
• Develop interior design concepts and integrate with architectural process.
• Execute contract documents including floor plans, reflected ceiling plans and furniture layouts.
• Provide programming and space planning analysis as well as area calculations.
• Coordinate with clients, partners, and consultants in meetings and reviews.
• Review work for accuracy and compliance with the Project Delivery Manual.

Skills

BIM

Building codes

Conceptual design

Client presentations

Education

Bachelor's degree in interiors, architecture or related field

NCIDQ preparation

LEED GA within 6 months of hire

Tools

Revit

Rhino

Grasshopper

Enscape

VRay

InDesign

Photoshop

Climate Studio (Ladybug)

Job description

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Interior Designer III | Education

• Posted on October 9, 2026

Locations

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• Hybrid
• Interiors
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: INTER006039

Description

As an Interior Designer III on the Education team at Perkins&Will, you will:

• Demonstrate 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.
• Exhibit advanced understanding and independent development of interior design concepts and integration of the architectural design process and in market sector.
• Execute contract documents, including but not limited to floor plans and details, reflected ceiling plans, mill work design, furniture layouts, finish plans, and schedules.
• Exercise critical judgement in creating materials and models for client presentations.
• Develop graphic communication skills to illustrate design concepts.
• Influence and manipulate design elements such as spatial layout, color, light, texture, and scale.
• Research manufacturers and selects colors, finishes, materials, lighting, and furniture for interior application, ensuring sustainability goals of the firm are maintained.
• Begin to take ownership of project scope, budgets, and deliverables.
• Provide programming and space planning analysis as well as area calculations.
• Implement a creative approach to complete tasks and responsibilities on projects, within the scope of schedule and budget, in an organized, timely, and consistent way.
• Review work for accuracy, omissions, legibility, and for document compliance in accordance with the Project Delivery Manual.
• Support growth of others.
• Express curiosity about the world of design and the industry at large.
• Take increasing ownership on tasks within project teams and studio activities.
• Participate in design reviews, charettes, and pin-ups.
• Keep open and proactive communication within team and with designated team leader.
• Communicate ideas and thoughts in a way that inspires others.
• Coordinate effectively and participates in meetings with clients, partners, and consultants.

High-level Summary of Critical, Baseline Technical Skills and Certifications

• BIM
• Building codes and guidelines as applicable (ADA, FGI, etc)
• Basic knowledge in programming, planning, and site analysis
• Preliminary design studies
• 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

Qualified and interested candidates should submit a resume and work samples. Include your resume and a compact, representative sample of your work (no larger than 4MB).

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.

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.

Qualifications

Education

Required

Bachelor or better in Interior Design or related field.

Experience

Preferred

5-8 years: Interior Design experience with Education work

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