Project Interior Designer - Healthcare

RYAN COS. US • Chicago, IL

83d • $68,000 - $90,000

About The Position

Ryan Companies is looking for a creative, innovative, collaborative and forward-thinking Project Interior Designer - Healthcare who aims for the highest standards of excellence. The ideal candidate will be able to problem solve and design both as part of a collaborative team and independently. This individual will be responsible for creating extraordinary design solutions and inspiring design excellence. Candidates with at least 7 years of healthcare-specific experience are most likely to be successful in this role, however those with unique career experience or display clear potential for the role will be considered. Ryan Companies uses a unique integrated delivery process that involves architecture, engineering, construction, development, real estate management and capital markets. Ryan's integrated process requires an individual to be able to work in a proactive and positive manner in tandem with local teams and cross regionally within a national design practice.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of related experience.
• Advanced knowledge of interiors & design concepts, practices, and methods.
• Strong working knowledge of Revit, Adobe Creative Suite, Enscape, SketchUp, and Bluebeam.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Professional Interior Design degree or related field experience preferred.
• Relevant professional work experience in healthcare design, including the design of acute care, ambulatory care, and medical office buildings.
• Interior Design licensure preferred.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong ability to collaborate and lead a diverse team.
• Knowledge of building regulations, Facility Guidelines Institute (FGI), safety codes and ability to research and apply/incorporate into technical documents.

Nice To Haves

• EDAC or other healthcare accreditation preferred.
• LEED AP and/or WELL AP preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in interior design or related field.
• Interior Design licensure.
• Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Accredited Professional (LEED AP) and/or WELL Accredited Professional (WELL AP) Certification(s).

Responsibilities

• Works in tandem with Client, Architects, Design Project Manager, Designers, Development, Construction and Consultants to develop documentation for coordination and construction.
• Leads team of interior designers through the project delivery process of small to mid-size projects.
• Coordinates a complete and thorough set of Interior design documents to meet project goals, milestones and schedule.
• Coordinates all phases of the interiors project scope from programming to construction administration, with specific attention to interior related building codes, interior detail documentation and constructability.
• Leads development and implementation of an overall design palate that supports the aesthetic, budget, and functional goals of the project.
• Advises client on appropriate interior finish and material selections.
• Collaborates with healthcare project team and clients during programming and planning efforts.
• Participates in and can lead design meetings, consultant meetings and project team meetings.
• Independently solves problems and applies basic principles of design.
• Provides guidance and resolves unusual or complex technical issues.
• Reviews interior design codes and coordinates implementation of requirements.
• Coordinates Ryan's QA/QC process and project specifications for interior scope of work.
• Identifies and communicates deviations in project scope and works with project team to resolve.
• Performs tasks with a high level of collaboration and sets an example for others to follow.
• Establishes and pursues annual goals, based on personal, professional and company growth in the industry.
• Contributes to Ryan culture through participation in office activities, initiatives and learning programs.
• Direct, supervise and mentor junior staff.
• Responsible for execution of Ryan's yearly review and goal setting process based on personal and professional development goals.
• Actively participates in Ryan Companies' and Ryan A+E's 5-year vision/initiatives and 1-year business plans and goals.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Retirement and Savings Benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Educational Assistance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Parenting Benefits
• Long-term Disability
• Ryan Foundation - charitable matching funds
• Paid Time for Volunteer Events

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Construction of Buildings
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees