Interior Designer

Perkins&Will•Atlanta, GA

About The Position

Perkins&Will’s Atlanta Studio is seeking a highly creative, design-forward Interior Designer with 8+ years of experience to join its growing Interiors team. The role is suited to a designer who thrives in a collaborative, multidisciplinary studio and brings creative vision, technical excellence, and confident leadership to interior environments. The designer will contribute from concept through construction, develop thoughtful and high-impact design solutions, build client relationships, mentor emerging talent, and support a culture of innovation. The position emphasizes sustainable, human-centered design that elevates both experience and performance. A portfolio must be included with the resume, either as a link or PDF of work samples, for full consideration. Professional licensure is preferred but not required. A bachelor’s degree in interiors, architecture, or a related discipline is required. LEED Green Associate certification is required within six months of hire, along with professional accreditation in one area of Living Design.

Requirements

8 or more years of experience.
Bachelor’s degree in interiors, architecture, or a related discipline.
Obtain LEED Green Associate (LEED GA) within six months of hire.
Obtain professional accreditation in one area of Living Design: 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.
Advanced knowledge of 2D/3D production software.
Advanced Revit skills.
Knowledge of BIM; applicable building codes and guidelines, including ADA and FGI; programming, planning, and site analysis; preliminary design studies; contract documents; field observations and measurements; life safety requirements; furniture and interior product specifications; furniture bid packages; construction contract administration; cost estimates and calculations; accessibility and zoning analysis; and Living Design data documentation, including material health.
Knowledge of conceptual modeling tools such as Rhino and Grasshopper; Microsoft Office and Adobe Suite; visualization tools such as Enscape and VRay; presentation tools such as InDesign and Photoshop; and environmental analysis software such as Ladybug and Climate Studio.
Include a portfolio as a link or PDF of work samples with the resume for full consideration.

Nice To Haves

Professional interiors licensure is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Execute all aspects of the design process and address project complexities while contributing to team success and adhering to firm and project goals and standards for interior design, execution, and Living Design.
Develop and coordinate detailed design concepts, functional requirements, and project-design criteria.
Provide leadership in the architectural design process and integrate standalone interiors projects and design concepts.
Facilitate interior design efforts and project teams, including design direction and client engagement.
Participate in marketing efforts and potentially lead design presentations to prospective clients.
Coordinate the integration of basic engineering systems into the overall project design.
Review work for accuracy, omissions, legibility, and compliance with the Project Delivery Manual.
Participate and collaborate in design reviews, charrettes, and pin-ups.
Communicate and provide direction that inspires strong team performance and design ideas.
Mentor staff.
Coordinate with clients, partners, and consultants throughout schematic design and design development phases.