Interior Designer II | Healthcare

Perkins&Will•Dallas, TX

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Perkins&Will is seeking an Interior Designer II to contribute to healthcare interior design projects. The role applies knowledge of project complexity and interior design concepts to help teams meet project goals and standards for design excellence, execution, and living design. The designer participates in developing contract documents and client presentation materials, contributes to programming and space planning, and researches products and materials in support of design and sustainability goals. The position works within project schedules and budgets, develops graphic communication skills, checks work for accuracy and document compliance, and takes increasing ownership of project tasks and studio activities. It also involves participation in design reviews, charrettes, and pin-ups, maintaining open communication with team leaders, and coordinating effectively with partners and consultants. Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in interiors, architecture, or a related discipline. The position requires LEED Green Associate accreditation within six months of hire, preparation for NCIDQ, and a professional accreditation in an area of Living Design. The role calls for intermediate Revit skills, functional knowledge of 2D/3D production software, and familiarity with relevant design, modeling, visualization, presentation, and environmental analysis tools. Perkins&Will offers a hybrid and flexible work environment and a benefits package that includes insurance, wellness and mental health support, disability and life insurance, a 401(k), paid time off, professional development support, performance-based bonuses, studio initiatives, affinity groups, and leadership development opportunities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in interiors, architecture, or a related discipline.
Obtain LEED Green Associate (LEED GA) within six months of hire.
Prepare for NCIDQ.
Professional accreditation in one Living Design area, such as 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.
BIM proficiency.
Knowledge of applicable building codes and guidelines, including ADA and FGI.
Basic knowledge of programming, planning, and site analysis.
Knowledge of preliminary design studies and contract documents.
Knowledge of field observations and measurements and life-safety requirements.
Knowledge of furniture and interior product specifications and construction contract administration.
Functional knowledge of 2D/3D production software.
Intermediate Revit skills.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office and Adobe Suite.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of conceptual modeling tools such as Rhino and Grasshopper.
Knowledge of visualization tools such as Enscape and VRay.
Knowledge of presentation tools such as InDesign and Photoshop.
Knowledge of environmental analysis software such as Ladybug and Climate Studio.

Responsibilities

Contribute proactively to team and project success by following firm and project goals and standards for interior design, execution, and living design.
Apply understanding of interior design concepts and their integration with the architectural design process.
Participate in preparing contract documents, including floor plans, details, reflected ceiling plans, millwork designs, furniture layouts, finish plans, material and furniture specifications, and schedules.
Assist in creating presentation materials and models for client presentations.
Work with spatial layout, color, light, texture, and scale.
Research manufacturers and select colors, finishes, materials, lighting, and furniture for interior applications while maintaining the firm’s sustainability goals.
Continue to develop knowledge of project scope, budgets, and deliverables.
Contribute to programming and space-planning analysis and provide area calculations.
Develop graphic communication skills to illustrate design concepts.
Complete project tasks creatively, consistently, and in an organized and timely manner within schedule and budget constraints.
Self-check work for accuracy, omissions, legibility, and compliance with the Project Delivery Manual.
Take increasing ownership of tasks on project teams and studio activities.
Participate in design reviews, charrettes, and pin-ups.
Maintain open communication within the team and with the designated team leader.
Communicate ideas and thoughts in a way that inspires others.
Coordinate effectively with partners and consultants.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Wellness programs and mental health support.
Short- and long-term disability insurance.
Life insurance.
401(k) retirement plan.
Generous paid time off (PTO).
Hybrid and flexible work environment enabled by advanced technology and collaborative tools.
Professional development stipend and dedicated time for continuing education.
Performance-based bonuses.
Studio initiatives and events.
Firmwide affinity groups and leadership development opportunities.