Interior Designer - Healthcare

Perkins&Will•Chicago, IL

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

At Perkins&Will, we take a human-centric approach to culture-building and placemaking: People are at the heart of everything we do. We believe in the power of design to enhance lives—to make the world a better, more beautiful place. Whether it’s through a workplace, a building, or an entire city, we aim to create joyful experiences that strengthen the spirit of community. Each of us has a critical role to play. Perkins&Will Chicago is looking for an Interior Designer (with 8-10+ years of experience) to join our Healthcare Practice!

Requirements

Experience in interior design (Healthcare) 8-10+ years
BIM
Building codes and guidelines as applicable (ADA, FGI, etc.)
Programming, planning, and site analysis
Preliminary design studies
Contract documents
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 analysis
Documentation of Living Design data, including material health
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
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
Bachelor's degree in interiors, architecture or, related discipline required

Nice To Haves

Professional interiors licensure preferred, not required

Responsibilities

Understands and consistently executes all aspects of the design process and project complexities to proactively contribute to the overall success of the team while adhering to firm and project goals and standards of excellence in interior design, execution, and living design.
Develops and coordinates detailed design concepts with ability to develop functional requirements and project-design criteria.
Demonstrates understanding of and leadership in the architectural design process and integration of standalone interiors projects and design concepts.
Facilitates interior design efforts and project teams including design direction and client engagement.
Participates in marketing efforts and may lead design presentations to prospective clients.
Coordinates integration of basic engineering systems into the overall project design.
Reviews work for accuracy, omissions, legibility, and for document compliance in accordance with the Project Delivery Manual.
Participates and collaborates in design reviews, charettes, and pin-ups.
Demonstrates strong and effective communication and direction which inspires high team performance and design ideas.
Mentors staff.
Coordinates effectively with clients, partners, and consultants throughout the schematic and design development phases.