Intermediate Interior Designer (Multifamily, Commercial, Mixed-Use)

Description

Beyer Blinder Belle, an award-winning architecture firm with offices in New York City, Boston, and Washington DC, seeks a highly motivated Interior Designer to join the New York City office.

Our ideal candidate is excited about invigorating high-profile new construction, adaptive reuse, or historic buildings through architectural design, brings a strong sense of design with technical grounding, actively seeks to develop innovative design concepts, and works both independently and collaboratively toward solutions.

In addition to working locally with a broad and diverse group of professionals at all stages of career development, new hires will collaborate virtually with BBB design professionals across all of our office locations. All BBB employees, including new hires, can participate in staff initiatives that advance professional skills, connect staff outside the realm of project work, and promote values of environmental and social well-being.

Required Experience, Knowledge, And Skills

• 5 years of experience working on a variety of interiors projects in new construction and existing buildings; multi-family residential and hospitality project experience is desired.
• Professional degree in interior design or architecture
• Proficient in Revit, AutoCAD, Adobe Suite, and Bluebeam; 3D rendering skills should include Enscape, Sketch up, Rhino and/or V-ray
• Full-time professional working directly with lead designer, project manager, PIC, and client and consultant teams
• Ability to manage one or multiple projects at different phases, from programming/feasibility to construction
• Excellent graphic, oral, and written communication skills
• Proven understanding of accessibility, life safety and code compliance requirements
  
  
  

Responsibilities

• Collaborate in a project team setting through all design and document production phases.
• Assist with programming efforts, including client interviews, data analysis, program generation, and space planning.
• Prepare for and participate in client presentations; generate graphics to include renderings and inspirational imagery.
• Source project-appropriate architectural and interior finish materials, lighting, signage, and art as part of comprehensive schemes that reflect budgetary constraints and sustainability best practices.
• Prepare contract documents, including plans, details, millwork design, RCPs, and finish plans and schedules.
• Selection of FF&E and preparation of specifications; collaborate with outside purchasing departments for project delivery as needed.
• Assist the Construction Administration team in responding to RFI’s and change orders; review shop drawings and product specifications and attend site meetings as required.
• Oversee junior team members on projects.
  
  
  

Beyer Blinder Belle Architects and Planners believes in fair and equitable pay. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is $65,000 - $85,000. Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range or be above or below it based on factors including but not limited to experience, education, professional achievement, and business needs.

In addition to base salary, employees will participate in an annual performance review process with the possibility of receiving a performance-based bonus and base salary increase each year.

BBB Understands The Importance Of Your Personal Life, And We Strive To Create An Environment That Supports Your Well-being, Professional Development, And Work-life Balance. The Package Includes

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage (including an option with no employee premium contribution)
• 401(k) employee savings plan (pre-tax/ and or Roth)
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Paid time for volunteer opportunities
• Company subsidies and reimbursements for professional development expenses like ARE exam fees, AIA membership dues, and others
• Fitness Discounts
• Employee Assistance Programs: mental health support and wellness programs
• Pre-tax healthcare and dependent care savings plans
• Pre-tax commuter transit/parking program
• Life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
• Mentorship Program
• Employee Resource Groups
  
  
  

As an equal opportunity employer, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone is valued and respected. In line with our commitment to providing equal opportunities to all candidates, we want to ensure that the interview process is accessible to everyone. If you require any accommodations to facilitate your participation in the interview, please email HR@bbbarch.com to discuss any accommodations or support you may require. Your request will be handled with the utmost confidentiality and respect. We appreciate your interest in pursuing a career with Beyer Blinder Belle.