Designer - Workplace Interiors - Mid Level

Gensler • Chicago, IL

7d • $62,000 - $76,000

About The Position

As a Gensler Designer- Interiors for the Work Studio in Chicago, your job is to combine creativity and technical knowledge with business skills and understanding to produce functionally beautiful spaces for clients. With you as part of the design team, interiors have never been so engaging.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Interior Design or Architecture from an accredited school
• 4+ years of experience as a Designer
• Proficient in Revit, SketchUp, AutoCAD, 3D and other modeling software programs
• Strong knowledge of the design process, including FF+E, furniture systems and specifications, color and materials
• Outstanding conceptual 3-dimensional thinking and graphic presentation skills to effectively communicate design ideas
• Flexibility to focus on concurrent projects in various stages of development
• A quick learner with an ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment
• Strong leadership, organization, communication and relationship management skills
• Demonstrated commitment to sustainability and sustainable building practices; Portfolios should include at least one project (especially built projects with LEED, Living Building Challenge, WELL Building Standard, Fitwel, and/or Net Zero Building certification) with this particular focus, which we look forward to discussing during the interview
• For consideration, please submit a resume and relevant work samples. Submittals must include work samples for full consideration.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, SPEXX a plus
• Graphics and visualization skills to effectively communicate design ideas
• Goals to pursue interior design certification or licensure and LEED accreditation are encouraged

Responsibilities

• Collaborate on workplace interior design assignments that include programming client needs, conceptual design, schematic design, design development, space planning, and management of budgets and schedules
• Coordinate with junior team members and Project Architects on delivery of project milestones
• Participate in the selection and presentation of furniture, furniture systems, fabrics, equipment (FF&E), color palettes, lighting, and furniture specifications
• Provide project team coordination for finish plans, specifications, and material selections needed for construction
• Provide design support and documentation during completion and execution of design concepts
• Work with external consultants, product representatives, furniture dealers, consultants, and fabricators to meet overall project objectives
• Assist in managing client expectations, team communication and consultant coordination
• Establish and maintain ongoing, productive client relationships

Benefits

• comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off
• We also offer a 401k, profit sharing, employee stock ownership, and twice annual bonus opportunities
• As part of the firm’s commitment to licensure and professional development, Gensler offers reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees
• In addition, we reimburse tuition for certain eligible programs or classes

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees