Senior Interior Designer

Perkins&Will•New York, NY

4d•$115,000 - $150,000•Hybrid

About The Position

This position is responsible for leading all phases of the design process with a high level of proficiency, expertise, and creativity, while adhering to firm and project goals and standards of excellence in design, execution, and living design. The role involves initiating and creating detailed design concepts, developing functional requirements and project-design criteria, and demonstrating leadership in the architectural design process and integration of standalone interiors projects and design concepts. The Senior Interior Designer will lead interior design efforts and project teams, including design direction and client engagement, using graphic storytelling to advance project delivery and scope. Responsibilities also include participating in marketing efforts, leading design presentations to prospective clients, developing client relationships, preparing client presentation packages, external publications, and award submissions. The role requires reviewing work for accuracy, omissions, legibility, and document compliance, leading collaborative teams in design reviews, and demonstrating strong communication to inspire high team performance. Mentoring staff and ensuring effective coordination with clients, partners, and consultants are also key aspects. While the focus is on design, the role requires flexibility to contribute to various project facets as needed, ensuring comprehensive and cohesive design solutions.

Requirements

BIM
Building codes and guidelines as applicable (ADA, FGI, etc)
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
Documentation of Living Design data, including material health
Advanced knowledge of 2D/3D production software
Advanced Revit
Conceptual modeling tools such as Rhino and Grasshopper
Microsoft Office / Adobe Suite
Visualization tools such as Enscape and VRay
Presentation tools such as InDesign and Photoshop
Environmental Analysis software such Ladybug and Climate Studio
LEED GA within 6 months of hire
Professional Accreditation in one area of Living Design that interests you: 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
Professional interiors licensure
Bachelor's degree in interiors, architecture or, related discipline required

Responsibilities

Leading all phases of the design process with a high level of proficiency, expertise, and creativity while adhering to firm and project goals and standards of excellence in design, execution, and living design.
Initiating and creating detailed design concepts with ability to develop functional requirements and project-design criteria.
Exhibiting understanding of and leadership in the architectural design process and integration of standalone interiors projects and design concepts.
Leading interior design efforts and project teams including design direction and client engagement.
Using graphic storytelling to advance the project delivery and scope.
Participating in marketing efforts, leading design presentations to prospective clients, and developing successful client relationships.
Preparing client presentation packages, external publications, and award submissions.
Reviewing work for accuracy, omissions, legibility, and for document compliance in accordance with the Project Delivery Manual.
Leading collaborative teams in design reviews, charettes, and pin-ups.
Demonstrating strong and effective communication and direction which inspires high team performance and design ideas.
Mentoring staff.
Accountable for effective coordination with clients, partners, and consultants throughout the entire project.
Contributing to various facets of projects as needed, including taking on design or technical tasks outside the primary area of focus.