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 (experience in Power Bi and Tableau is a plus).
• 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.

This is a full-time position with excellent benefits. The salary is commensurate with experience and ability, ranging between $65,000 and $85,000 per annum, excluding bonuses and other benefits. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply by submitting a resume, cover letter, portfolio, and salary expectations. 

As an equal-opportunity employer, Beyer Blinder Belle is committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace.