Interior Designer III

Perkins&Will•Boston, MA

About The Position

The Interior Designer III applies advanced knowledge of project complexity and independently develops interior design concepts, integrating them with the architectural design process and relevant market sectors. The role produces contract documents, including floor plans, details, reflected ceiling plans, millwork designs, furniture layouts, finish plans, and schedules. It also supports client presentations, programming and space planning, material and product selection, and project delivery while advancing the firm’s design and sustainability goals. The designer increasingly takes ownership of project tasks, scope, budgets, and deliverables; coordinates with clients, partners, and consultants; and contributes to team growth and studio activities. The position requires a bachelor’s degree in interiors, architecture, or a related discipline. Candidates are expected to obtain LEED GA within six months of hire, prepare for NCIDQ, and pursue a professional accreditation in an area of Living Design.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in interiors, architecture, or a related discipline.
Advanced knowledge of 2D/3D production software and advanced Revit skills.
Knowledge of BIM, applicable building codes and guidelines such as ADA and FGI, programming, planning, site analysis, preliminary design studies, contract documents, field observations and measurements, life-safety requirements, furniture and interior product specifications, and construction contract administration.
Obtain LEED Green Associate (GA) within six months of hire.
Preparing for NCIDQ.

Nice To Haves

Professional accreditation in an area of Living Design, 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.
Experience with conceptual modeling tools such as Rhino and Grasshopper.
Experience with Microsoft Office and Adobe Suite.
Experience with visualization tools such as Enscape and V-Ray.
Experience with presentation tools such as InDesign and Photoshop.
Experience with environmental analysis software such as Ladybug and ClimateStudio.

Responsibilities

Contribute proactively to team and project success by following firm and project goals and standards of excellence in interior design, execution, and Living Design.
Develop interior design concepts independently and integrate them with the architectural design process and relevant market sector.
Prepare contract documents, including floor plans and details, reflected ceiling plans, millwork designs, furniture layouts, finish plans, and schedules.
Create materials and models for client presentations and develop graphic communications that illustrate design concepts.
Shape design elements such as spatial layout, color, light, texture, and scale.
Research manufacturers and select colors, finishes, materials, lighting, and furniture for interior applications while maintaining firm sustainability goals.
Begin taking ownership of project scope, budgets, and deliverables.
Provide programming and space-planning analysis, including area calculations.
Complete project tasks creatively, accurately, and consistently within schedule and budget.
Review work for accuracy, omissions, legibility, and compliance with the Project Delivery Manual.
Support the growth of others and contribute to project teams and studio activities.
Participate in design reviews, charrettes, and pin-ups.
Maintain open, proactive communication with the team and designated team leader, and communicate ideas in an inspiring way.
Coordinate effectively and participate in meetings with clients, partners, and consultants.