Graduate of architecture or design school; equivalent experience may substitute
8+ years' experience in corporate interior design projects
Extensive knowledge of design principles and aesthetics
Expert sketching and rendering skills
Advanced Revit and Adobe Creative Suite skills
Responsibilities
Develop overall design for projects
Direct staff in completing designs and technical drawings
Review designs and technical drawings of junior designers
Ensure engineering drawings comply with design solutions
Research and select fixtures and finishes for projects
Obtain client approval and integrate feedback into designs
Manage overall design budget and oversee other Designers' work
Benefits
Comprehensive health insurance
Generous paid time off
Retirement savings plan
Professional development opportunities
Flexible work schedule
Full Job Description
The Senior Designer is responsible for leading all design phases for interiors projects, establishes the vision, leads the team, and has extensive client interaction.
Specific responsibilities include:
Develops overall design for project
Directs staff to complete design and technical drawing
Reviews design and technical drawing of other more junior designers
Review of engineering drawings to ensure they comply with design solution
Works with technical staff to resolve inconsistencies in drawings
Researches and selects fixtures and finishes to use for projects
Obtain client approval and ensure integration into overall design
Produces, reviews and finalizes space plans for projects
Extensive knowledge of detailing and finalizes details on projects
Develops and delivers overall design and furniture packages
Manages overall design budget
Manages the work of other Designers
Oversees tasks and provide feedback on work product
Qualifications:
Graduate of architecture or design school: equivalent experience may be substituted
8+ years' experience in corporate interior design projects
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Extensive knowledge of design principles and aesthetics
Extensive knowledge of space planning methodology
Expert sketching and rendering skills
Expert interior architecture detailing skills
Extensive knowledge of CDs and procedures
Extensive knowledge of building systems, codes and ADA requirements
Advanced Revit skills
Advanced Adobe Creative Suite skills
Extensive verbal and written communication skills
Extensive presentation and graphic communication
Demonstrated ability to manage and lead staff through a combination of direct authority and subject matter expertise
Working knowledge of budget preparation and proven ability to manage projects within budgetary constraints
Salary Range: $105,000 - $120,000 annually based on education, licensing and relevant industry experience
About IA Interior Architects
IA Interior Architects is an architecture and design firm that specializes in corporate interiors. The company was founded in 1984 and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. IA Interior Architects has offices in several cities across the United States, as well as in London, England. The company's clients include companies in the technology, financial services, and healthcare industries. IA Interior Architects has won several awards for its work, including the Interior Design Magazine Best of Year Award and the American Institute of Architects Interior Architecture Award.
