Junior Interior Designer

RQ Construction, LLC; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays

Opportunities for continued PD

Job summary

RQ Construction, LLC is seeking a Junior Interior Designer to join our Design team in Carlsbad, CA. You will contribute to the development of interior spaces that are both functional and visually engaging, supporting projects from early design concepts through construction on commercial and DoD projects.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s in Interior Design (CIDA accreditation preferred) with 1–2 years of professional experience and proficiency in Revit/AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, and related

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Interior Design; graduation from a CIDA-accredited program is preferred.
• 1–2 years of professional commercial interior design experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat.
• Working knowledge of Revit/Autodesk 2022 or newer and AutoCAD 2022 or newer.
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite, Bluebeam, and Navisworks.
• Familiarity with rendering tools such as Twinmotion, Lumion, or similar software.
• NCIDQ certification is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development of interior spaces from early design concepts through construction.
• Support projects from concept through construction on a diverse range of commercial and DoD projects.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, clients, and construction professionals to realize design intent.
• Learn and adapt to new design and construction technologies; training is available.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Interior Design; CIDA-accredited program preferred

Tools

Revit/Autodesk 2022+

AutoCAD 2022+

Adobe Creative Suite

Bluebeam

Navisworks

Twinmotion

Lumion

Job description

RQ Construction is seeking a motivated Junior Interior Designer to join our Design team in Carlsbad, CA. This is a great opportunity for an emerging design professional who is passionate about commercial interiors and wants to expand their experience working alongside architects, engineers, clients, and construction professionals.

In this position, you'll contribute to the development of interior spaces that are both functional and visually engaging. You'll support projects from early design concepts through construction, with opportunities to work on a diverse range of commercial and Department of Defense projects.

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay: $28.00-$32.00 per hour, based on experience
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Opportunities for continued professional development

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Interior Design; graduation from a CIDA-accredited program is preferred
• 1-2 years of professional commercial interior design experience
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat
• Working knowledge of Revit/Autodesk 2022 or newer and AutoCAD 2022 or newer
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite, Bluebeam, and Navisworks
• Familiarity with rendering tools such as Twinmotion, Lumion, or similar software
• Ability to learn and adapt to new design and construction technologies; training is available
• Experience supporting government or military projects is a plus
• NCIDQ certification is preferred but not required

Why RQ?

At RQ, you'll have the opportunity to build your design career while contributing to projects that serve communities and support important government missions. You'll work with an experienced team in a collaborative environment where your ideas, creativity, and professional growth are valued.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), religion (all aspects of religious beliefs, observance or practice, including religious dress or grooming practices) marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer or a record or history of cancer, and genetic characteristics), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition), genetic information, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other basis or status protected by federal, state, or local law or ordinance or regulation.

All candidates considered for hire must provide evidence of identity and U.S. work authorization at the time of hire. Additionally, all candidates must successfully pass a drug screening and commercial criminal background check, including a stricter Department of Defense background check, for access to job site at military base (if applicable for position being hired for).