Intermediate Interior Designer, Project Designer II

Archinect; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 67,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Intermediate Interior Designer to join their dynamic team in Los Angeles. This role offers the opportunity to work on exciting commercial projects, collaborating closely with senior staff from schematic design to construction administration. The ideal candidate will possess strong drafting skills, a solid understanding of commercial furniture, and proficiency in Revit and Sketchup. With a focus on work-life balance and diversity, this firm fosters a supportive environment for professional growth. If you are driven, creative, and eager to contribute to a collaborative team, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical insurance

401(k) with 3% company contribution

Pet-Friendly Office

End-of-year office closure

Virtual and in-person social events

Company sponsorship for creative competitions

Participation in internal working groups

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in commercial interior design.
• Strong drafting skills and knowledge of furniture and material manufacturers.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with peers and senior staff on design projects.
• Develop space planning concepts and mood boards.
• Assist with creating full sets of construction documents.

Skills

CAD

Revit

Sketchup

Drafting Skills

Design Sensibility

Job description

Abramson Architects is a passionate team of 40 creatives (and growing) with offices in Los Angeles and in San Diego. We are hiring for Los Angeles. We value individual contributions and team-based collaboration. We foster a positive work-life balance for our staff while seeking to enhance the diversity of our firm and the broader AEC community.

Intermediate Interior Designer, Project Designer II.

We are looking for a passionate and driven Intermediate Interior Designer, Project Designer II with minimum 5 years’ experience in commercial interior design. Candidate will work with Senior staff on one or more projects simultaneously from schematic design through construction administration. Candidate must have strong drafting skills and knowledge about commercial furniture and material manufacturers. Candidate must be CAD and Revit experienced, heavy in Revit. Sketchup proficiency is a must. An easy-going personality and go-getter attitude are what we are looking for; someone who wants to put in the effort to grow in their position.

The Intermediate Interior Designer will work with Senior Interior Design staff on the following:

• Collaborate with peers, senior staff, firm leadership, and trade partner representatives.
• Understand creative direction and bring your own strong design sensibilities.
• Conceptual design, schematic design, design development, and construction documents.
• Develop space planning concepts and mood boards.
• Develop and deliver graphic presentation materials for client presentations.
• Research, select, and document FF&E scope.
• Assist with overall interior design development during SD and DD phases.
• Assist with creating full sets of construction documents including interior elevations, construction details, and millwork drawings.
• Assist with reviewing submittals and RFI’s during CA.
• Manage the interiors resource library as needed.

Supporting Your Goals:

• Options to participate in internal working groups, such as the Events or Community and Mentorship Initiative Committees.
• Company sponsorship of creative competitions and volunteer organizations.

Creating Balance:

• Hybrid in-person/remote working arrangement.
• Virtual and in-person social events with your teammates.
• End-of-year office closure between Christmas and New Year.
• Pet-Friendly Office (Los Angeles only, currently).

Promoting Wellness:

• Medical insurance.
• Pre-tax plans for healthcare and dependent care savings.
• 401(k) employee savings plan with a 3% company contribution.

To Apply:

Please submit a resume, portfolio of your design work (not to exceed 20mb), two contacts recommendations, and cover letter stating why you are interested in joining our team to [e-mail]. Please include “Intermediate Interior Designer, Project Designer II” in the subject line.

Salary Range: $67,000 - $85,000

Location(s):

LA Office: 5171 W Jefferson Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90016
(Hiring Location)

SD Office: Mission Valley East, San Diego 92108