Interior Designer III

Summary

Join CannonDesign's furniture team as an intermediate-level designer, collaborating with design and technical leadership on healthcare and higher education projects. Lead project development through all phases, from programming to construction administration. Evaluate client needs, research furniture, coordinate design work, and develop furniture specification packages. Independently select materials, consult with vendors, and produce presentations and cost estimates. Mentor junior staff, participate in client meetings, and contribute to marketing efforts. This position requires a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field, 6+ years of experience, and proficiency in various design software. The salary range is $68,265 to $85,285 annually, with potential for bonuses and a full benefits package.

Requirements

• Bachelor or Master’s degree in Interior Design, Interior Architecture, or Architecture required
• Minimum of 6 years of related experience required
• Must be design focused
• Must be an independent thinker
• Must be analytical
• Must possess a working knowledge and experience, while still acquiring higher level knowledge
• Strong communication, teamwork, presentation, graphics, organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple projects required
• Proficiency with Revit, Enscape, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office, and Adobe Creative Suite required
• Professional business attire is required for client meetings. Examples of professional business attire include suits, ties, collared dress shirts, dresses, and skirts
• Travel as required

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of the project’s goals through all project phases (Programming Schematic Design, Design Development, Construction Documents, and Construction Administration)
• Evaluate client needs; analyze and effectively document design objectives and spatial requirements
• Research, evaluate and coordinate furniture throughout all phases of interior design work, as required
• Coordinate design work, standards and code compliance within the team under limited direction from Senior Designer. Coordinate with other disciplines, including interiors, architecture, engineering and consultants
• Responsible for development of the design of the furniture specification package in coordination with interior designers on the project
• Independently evaluate and select materials; consult with vendors
• Produce presentations, cost estimates, and furniture specification packages in conformance with project time, budget and quality constraints
• Assist in project planning and follow through of work plans/budgeting
• Assist in and lead client meetings, as requested
• Mentor and supervise less experienced furniture design staff
• Assist and/or lead “lessons learned” sessions
• Follow and maintain CannonDesign standards
• Participate in construction administration activities, including site visits, review of submittals and shop drawings, and conducting punch list. Site visits frequently require a physical walk-through of site
• Actively participate in and promote design leadership within the practice
• Assist in marketing campaigns as requested
• May perform other duties as required

Preferred Qualifications

Current NCIDQ certification is preferred

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Flexible spending account options
• Voluntary insurances
• Paid time off
• Flex-time summer hours
• Remote work options
• 401k plan
• Employee perk programs
• Employees may be eligible for discretionary bonuses