Interior Designer III

Goodwyn Mills Cawood•Birmingham, AL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Goodwyn Mills Cawood (GMC) is seeking an experienced Interior Designer III for its Birmingham office. The role contributes to meaningful projects that serve communities and provides visibility on larger-scale projects. The designer works closely with functional leadership on project planning and technical issues, takes responsibility for project success, and collaborates with professionals across disciplines while building relationships with clients, consultants, and contractors. This is a professional position requiring initiative, autonomy, and the ability to manage work and projects with support from a multidisciplinary team. The Interior Designer III serves as a subject matter expert on interior projects, helping guide work of significant scale and complexity and supporting colleagues. The role includes contributing to conceptual design and project delivery, developing or improving design techniques, and working with a senior-level designer on more complex projects. It also involves supporting client needs, working across disciplines and offices, representing the firm, participating in professional development, and responding to inquiries from clients or regulatory agencies. The position is primarily office-based, with field visits and travel of up to 10% for project sites, client meetings, professional development, and other project-related activities. Fieldwork may expose employees to varying weather, temperatures, construction environments, pollutants, chemicals, insects, and other site conditions. Protective clothing and equipment will be provided and required as appropriate. The work also includes desk and computer work, occasional bending, twisting, crouching, and other physical movements, and occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Interior Design from a four-year college or university.
10+ years of proven interior design experience is preferred.
Computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite, Revit, and rendering software at a minimum.
Expertise in layout, color, lighting, materials selection, and installations.
Knowledge of industry best practices, ADA codes, building materials, and construction details.
Strong communication and writing skills.
Attention to detail and a sharp eye for quality assurance.
Ability to balance multiple projects and meet deadlines.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to adapt to changing business needs.
Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills.

Nice To Haves

Certification as a licensed professional is preferred but not required.
Experience with Revit, Adobe Creative Suite, or other design programs.
10+ years of proven interior design experience.

Responsibilities

Participate in conceptual design and support projects through all phases.
Liaise with project managers, architects, and consultants.
Develop and represent the lead technical viewpoint on projects.
Coordinate with departmental leaders on technical solutions and product strategies.
Participate in projects appropriate to the position level.
Provide subject matter expertise on specific interior design components.
Carry out design assignments that require developing new or improved techniques or designs.
Work with a senior-level designer on more complex projects.
Assist in learning the needs of assigned clients.
Work across disciplines and office locations to use the firm's experiential knowledge.
Represent the firm in project and assignment work with prospective employees, clients, and communities.
Participate in individual development planning and programs.
Respond to common inquiries from clients or regulatory agencies.
Manage multiple projects and meet deadlines while working independently and collaboratively.