Senior Interior Designer

Perkins & Will Inc.; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading architectural firm in Durham, North Carolina is seeking an experienced interior design leader. Responsibilities include leading design phases, engaging clients, and mentoring staff to ensure high-quality design execution. Candidates should possess a relevant degree, extensive design experience, and proficiency in tools like Revit and Rhino. The position requires strong leadership along with flexibility to contribute to various project aspects, fostering a collaborative spirit to deliver comprehensive design solutions.

Qualifications

• 10-15+ years of requisite experience preferred.
• LEED GA within 6 months of hire.
• Professional interiors licensure preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead all phases of the design process.
• Develop detailed design concepts.
• Mentor staff and lead project teams.

Skills

Design leadership

Client engagement

Strong communication

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree in interiors, architecture or related discipline

Tools

Advanced Revit

Rhino

Grasshopper

Microsoft Office

Adobe Suite

Enscape

VRay

InDesign

Photoshop

Ladybug

Climate Studio

Job description

Typical Years of Requisite Experience: 10-15+ years

Professional Licensure: Preferred

Common and Baseline Responsibilities

• Responsible for leading all phases of the design process with a high level of proficiency, expertise, and creativity while adhering to firm and project goals and standards of excellence in design, execution, and living design.
• Initiates and creates detailed design concepts with ability to develop functional requirements and project-design criteria.
• Exhibits understanding of and leadership in the architectural design process and integration of standalone interiors projects and design concepts.
• Leads interior design efforts and project teams including design direction and client engagement.
• Uses graphic storytelling to advance the project delivery and scope.
• Participates in marketing efforts, leads design presentations to prospective clients, and develops successful client relationships.
• Prepares client presentation packages, external publications, and award submissions.
• Reviews work for accuracy, omissions, legibility, and for document compliance in accordance with the Project Delivery Manual.
• Leads collaborative teams in design reviews, charettes, and pin-ups.
• Demonstrates strong and effective communication and direction which inspires high team performance and design ideas.
• Mentors staff.
• Accountable for effective coordination with clients, partners, and consultants throughout the entire project.

Please note that while this position primarily focuses on design aspects of interior design, all team members are expected to contribute to various facets of our projects as needed. This may include, but is not limited to, taking on design or technical tasks outside your primary area of focus. Flexibility and a collaborative spirit are key components of our team dynamic, ensuring that we deliver comprehensive and cohesive design solutions to our clients.

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

• BIM
• Building codes and guidelines as applicable (ADA, FGI, etc)
• Programming, planning, and site analysis
• Preliminary design studies
• Field observations and measurements
• Life safety requirements
• Furniture and interior product specifications
• Furniture bid packages
• Construction contract administration
• Cost estimates and calculations
• Accessibility and zoning analysisDocumentation of Living Design data, including material health

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 as 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
• Professional interiors licensure
• Bachelor's degree in interiors, architecture or, related discipline required

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