What are the responsibilities and job description for the Interior Designer/Interior Architectural Staff - Champaign position at Bailey Edward Design, Inc.?
COMPANY
Voted as Crain's top 100 Best Places to Work in Chicago, and one of the leading Illinois Architecture, Engineering, and Interior Design Firms, Bailey Edward, is looking for a full-time responsive Interior Designer or Interior Architectural Staff Designer to become a part of a collaborative, high-energy studio where professional growth is emphasized.
Guiding mission-driven clients, Bailey Edward's integrated responsive designers transform the built environment for the social good. The firm recognizes the needs of people, places, and the planet; we solve problems and improve the lives of others through consensus building and insightful, sustainable, and acclaimed solutions. The firm passionately serves clients who make an impact locally, regionally, and nationally. We improve communities and invite you to do the same.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
POSITION : Interior Designer
Interior Architectural Staff Designer
PURPOSE AND SCOPE
Bailey Edward has built a company environment where all feel included, comfortable, and heard. By prioritizing collaboration and career development, the firm has established a sense of belonging and pride in the workplace. With a diverse portfolio, the firm has the privilege of offering staff the opportunity to build experience in the types of projects that interest them most. Through voluntary participation in working groups, employees can help enact policy changes, implement employee training, direct business development decisions and firm direction.
The Candidate must be able to apply sound knowledge of architectural interior design principles and practices in a broad array of assignments and related fields. The position requires working well in an open studio / team environment, collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, managing design documentation, balancing technical and creative aspects of projects, and strong organizational skills.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Conducts complex or novel assignments requiring development and implementation of new or improved techniques and procedures.Assists in field surveys and site observations, documenting architectural features of structures and translating field conditions into accurate virtual models.Participates in the iterative design process by preparing technical documentation, preparing design options, and creating detailed floor plans while coordinating between aesthetics and technical performance.Works with clients to design or renovate spaces to meet their construction, finish and FF&E standards.Enhances the function, safety, and aesthetics of a project.Generates design concepts for color palettes and materials and presents to clients via physical or digital boards. Proficient in all aspects of FF&E selection, documentation, including creating cut sheets, schedules, CSI specifications and budget.History of engaging in and interest in leading client presentationsPerforms Construction Phase activities such as review of shop drawings, responding to Contractor questions (RFI's), or participating in BIM coordination meetings with Contractor and Consultants under supervision of the Project ArchitectSkilled in performing material take-offs for cost estimating purposes; experience with RS Means a plus.Utilizes Revit, Enscape3D, and other rendering tools to create compelling visualizations, virtual models, and presentation graphics.Manages the BIM model in REVIT and BIM 360 and monitors model quality for assigned projects.Provides technical support for BIM-enabled workflows and coordinates with internal project teams to solve design and documentation challenges.POSITION REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION
Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Architecture or Interior Design (or related fields)NCIDQ License not required, but candidates must be actively pursuing licensure in the state of IllinoisEXPERIENCE
5 years working in an architecture firmKNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
Experience with Revit, AutoCAD, Enscape3D for rendering and SketchUp or other 3D modeling softwareProficient with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and Power Point)Self-starter with the ability to work independentlyExcellent oral and written communication skillsBENEFITS & COMPENSATION
SALARY AND BENEFITS
Salary will be commensurate with experienceExcellent benefits offered including :
401(k) contribution and education allowancesStudy time, and financial support to pursue licensure and certificationComprehensive health, dental, and vision plansPaid Holidays, Paid Time Off (PTO) & Paid Volunteer Time Off (VTO)Standardized hybrid Work From Home schedules
Position Reports to : Interior Design Manager
Location : Champaign, IL
Bailey Edward is an Equal Opportunity Employer