Ware Malcomb

Designer III, Interior Architecture & Design

Ware Malcomb$88K — $105K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in Architecture or Interior Design
  • NCIDQ certification preferred
  • Bachelor's Degree in Architecture or Interior Design
  • Intermediate analytical and quantitative skills
  • Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills
  • Proficiency in various design software including Revit and AutoCAD
  • Ability to mentor junior designers and support collaborative teamwork

Responsibilities

  • Lead design processes from concept to construction for moderate complexity projects
  • Develop innovative design solutions tailored to client needs and budget
  • Create mood boards and graphic formats for client presentations
  • Prepare finish plans, specifications, and material selections
  • Coordinate with consultants for design execution and documentation phases
  • Conduct meetings with furniture dealers and product representatives
  • Respond to project submittals during contract administration

Benefits

  • Full-time, long-term position
  • Mentoring and development opportunities within a collaborative team
  • Chance to work on diverse projects across various scales
  • Access to advanced design technologies and software
  • Opportunity to influence design from concept to completion
Full Job Description
As a Designer III at Ware Malcomb, you will lead the application of advanced design techniques across a range of project scales, taking ownership of key design components from concept through construction. You will exercise strong independent judgment in evaluating and applying design methods, contribute to design visioning and concept development, and lead client presentations while maintaining design intent. You will support project execution through Design Development (DD), Construction Documents (CD), and Contract Administration (CA), including submittals and furniture selection, while mentoring junior team members and coordinating project efforts under the general direction of a licensed interior designer.

Your Role

  • Support Interior Designer/ Sr Interior Designer with all design communication and design presentations with Client and internally
  • Introduce and develop design solutions that meet the client's needs on time and budget
  • Design and execute components of projects of moderate complexity from concept through construction under supervision of Design Director or Studio Manager
  • Space planning and creation of program documents
  • Creation of design concepts
  • Create graphic formatting and mood boards for client presentations
  • Creation of finish plans, specifications, and material selections
  • AutoCAD and Revit support for the preparation of Design Development and Contract Documents
  • Support consultant coordination of DD and CDs
  • 3D renderings and computer illustrations
  • Meet with furniture dealers, product reps, and fabricators to meet overall project objectives
  • Take a leading role in design, documentation, and coordination from Concept through the Construction Administration phase
  • Respond to submittals during the contract administration phase under direction of the Project Manager
  • Work to master the development, continuity and detailing of design concepts
  • Develop a strong mastery of appropriate construction techniques and detailing
  • Research, identify and implement applicable building and accessibility codes
  • Strive for impactful, innovative, and functional design


Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in the field of Architecture or Interior Design
  • NCIDQ certification preferred
  • Bachelor's Degree in Architecture or Interior Design
  • Standard knowledge of financial terms and principles
  • Ability to understand and carry out general instructions. Requires intermediate analytical and quantitative skills
  • Ability to support the Interior Designer or Senior Interior Designer in design visioning and maintain a clear design intent through the life of the project
  • If required, ability to provide clear direction to Designer I or II to create comprehensive design packages
  • Ability to support design presentation to Client and collect/implement feedback
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential
  • Excellent presentation skills. Ability to effectively present information
  • Strong organizational and analytical skills
  • Ability to provide efficient, timely, reliable and courteous service to customers
  • Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret complex documents
  • Ability to work independently to solve problems involving multiple options


Software Skills

  • Proficiency in Revit / BIM 360
  • Proficiency in Vantagepoint
  • Proficiency in MS Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook
  • Proficiency in Newforma
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD/Architectural Desktop
  • Advanced Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and SketchUp graphic software
  • Knowledge of 3D rendering software such as Enscape and Lumion
  • Advanced Knowledge of building code


This is a full-time, long-term position.

About Ware Malcomb

Ware Malcomb is an architecture and design firm that specializes in commercial and industrial projects. The company was founded in 1972 and is based in Irvine, California. Ware Malcomb has completed a wide range of projects, including office buildings, retail centers, industrial facilities, and healthcare facilities. The company is committed to sustainability and has completed several LEED-certified projects. Ware Malcomb is also committed to innovation and uses the latest technology and design techniques to create functional and aesthetically pleasing spaces.
Learn more about Ware Malcomb
Size
500 employees
Industry
Founded
1972

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