Interior Designer II - Healthcare

Perkins&Will•Philadelphia, PA

16h•Hybrid

About The Position

This role is for an Interior Designer II with a focus on Healthcare projects. The position requires 3-5+ years of experience and involves contributing to the success of the team by adhering to firm and project goals and standards of excellence in interior design, execution, and living design. The designer will exhibit understanding of interior design concepts and integration with the architectural design process, participate in preparing contract documents, assist in creating presentation materials, and research/select materials while ensuring sustainability goals are met. The role also involves contributing to programming, space planning, and developing graphic communication skills. The designer is expected to use a creative approach, self-check work for accuracy, and express curiosity about the design world. They will take increasing ownership on tasks, participate in design reviews, and maintain open communication within the team and with partners/consultants.

Requirements

3-5+ years of experience
BIM
Basic knowledge in programming, planning, and site analysis
Preliminary design studies
Contract documents
Field observations and measurements
Life safety requirements
Furniture and interior product specifications
Construction contract administration
Functional knowledge of 2D/3D production software
Intermediate 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
Preparing for NCIDQ
Bachelor's degree in interiors, architecture or, related discipline required

Nice To Haves

Building codes and guidelines as applicable (ADA, FGI, etc)

Responsibilities

Uses enhanced knowledge of project complexity to proactively contribute to the overall success of the team by adhering to firm and project goals and standards of excellence in interior design, execution, and living design.
Exhibits understanding of interior design concepts and integration of the architectural design process.
Participates in preparing contract documents, including but not limited to floor plans and details, reflected ceiling plans, mill work design, furniture layouts, finish plans, material and furniture specifications, and schedules.
Assists in creating presentation materials and models for client presentations.
Manipulates basic design elements such as spatial layout, color, light, texture, and scale.
Researches manufacturers and selects colors, finishes, materials, lighting, and furniture for interior application, ensuring sustainability goals of the firm are maintained.
Continues to grow in knowledge of project scope, budgets, and deliverables.
Contributes to programming and space planning analysis and provides area calculations.
Develops graphic communication skills to illustrate design concepts.
Uses a creative approach to complete tasks and responsibilities on projects, within the scope of schedule and budget, in an organized, timely, and consistent way.
Self-checks work for accuracy, omissions, legibility, and for document compliance in accordance with the Project Delivery Manual.
Expresses curiosity about the world of design, materials, and products as well as the industry at large.
Takes increasing ownership on tasks within project teams and studio activities.
Participates in design reviews, charettes, and pin-ups.
Keeps open communication within team and with designated team leader.
Communicates ideas and thoughts in a way that inspires others.
Coordinates effectively with partners and consultants.