Interior Designer II - Living Interiors

HKS•Chicago, IL

About The Position

The Interior Designer II is a certified interior designer who applies a diversified knowledge of interior design principles, practices, and procedures to complete assignments with originality and ingenuity. The role exercises independent judgment in evaluating, selecting, and using standard techniques; solves problems as they arise; anticipates job expectations; and contributes to project and design solutions. The position is anticipated to begin in January 2027. The designer collaborates across all phases of the design process, from client programming and conceptual design through documentation and construction administration. The position develops design concepts, prepares renderings and visual presentations, supports implementation documentation, coordinates with project teams and other disciplines, and participates in client and internal presentations. The role may coordinate documentation and lead presentations or meetings with minimal guidance, depending on project needs. Travel may be required.

Requirements

Accredited professional degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or a related field.
Typically 5+ years of experience.
NCIDQ certification required.
Advanced experience and skills in Revit, Bluebeam, Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign required.
Advanced experience in Twinmotion, Enscape, or other visualization tools required.
Intermediate experience and skills in Rhino, Grasshopper, and Dynamo required.
Intermediate skills in AI design tools and virtual reality, such as VR headsets and Yulio, required.
Intermediate knowledge of sustainability and integrated design guidelines required.
Basic knowledge of furniture specifications software required.
Basic knowledge of building codes and ability to research and incorporate codes into technical documents required.
Intermediate experience managing and performing duties in a fast-paced environment required.
Intermediate organizational skills and ability to work on multiple projects at the same time required.
Intermediate ability to problem-solve and apply innovative solutions required.
Intermediate ability to work and collaborate in a team environment required.
Advanced ability to meet deadlines effectively while achieving expected quality required.

Nice To Haves

Sustainable design accreditation strongly preferred.
Intermediate experience and skills in Rhino, Grasshopper, and Dynamo preferred at an advanced level.
Intermediate skills in MS Office Suite preferred.
Intermediate knowledge of furniture, fixtures, and equipment (FF&E) to carry out design intent preferred.
Basic knowledge of Navisworks preferred.
Basic ability to communicate and present ideas clearly, concisely, and professionally, verbally and in writing, preferred.

Responsibilities

Collaborate on all phases of the design process, including programming client needs, conceptual and schematic design, design development, document preparation, and construction administration.
Help develop interiors concepts based on the client’s vision and desires, project scope, and architectural concept.
Use creative thinking to develop innovative solutions.
Generate renderings and visual presentations that communicate design concepts to clients; prepare finish plans, specifications, and material selections needed for construction.
Provide design support and implementation documentation during completion and execution of design concepts.
May coordinate documentation for interior projects of varying sizes with minimal guidance.
Maintain awareness of project program documents and schedules and meet deadlines effectively.
Participate in, and may assist in leading, internal and external design presentations.
Collaborate on implementation documentation and communicate design requirements and solutions to the broader design and construction team.
Participate in selecting and presenting furniture, fixtures and equipment (FF&E), color palettes, and lighting while incorporating responsible and sustainable design practices.
Coordinate and may lead client presentations.
Collaborate on cost estimates for design proposals.
Coordinate with the project team on review and approval of final interior and exterior programming, design development documents, construction documents, furnishings selections and purchases, RFIs, and submittals.
Participate in product presentations to maintain knowledge of industry drivers, products, and materials available on the market.
Communicate with other disciplines, product representatives, furniture dealers, fabricators, and contractors to incorporate relevant information into project requirements.
Participate in and may lead team meetings about project and technical issues and coordination with other disciplines.
May prepare meeting minutes.