Our mission is to create & implement high design solutions that holistically embrace sustainable design principles while utilizing Wight’s unique Integrated Delivery Services. Wight is currently in search of an Interior Design Professional I, with a strong professional drive, great passion, and self-direction, to join our collaborative and engaging practice in the Darien office location.

Interior Design Professional I, is an entry level role. This position requires a basic understanding of interior design and technical aspects of projects, analytical and problem-solving skills and a passion for high quality design and collaborative process with the immediate team. As a valuable team member, this position requires assistance throughout the design process with space planning, material palette selections, presentation development, construction document productions, and furniture, fixtures, and equipment specifications.

Responsibilities:

• Work under the supervision of the Principal and/or the Design Leader for key project stages to assist in the development of the interior design scope from the pre-design phase through construction administration -Participates in the design process.
• Prepare and develop with the team, programming documents, space planning, program assessments of Client’s needs, and drawings for schematic design, design development, and contract documents including developing design sketches, design concepts, vision boards, renderings, graphics, elevations, and details, reflected ceiling plans, millwork design, furniture layouts, finish plans and furniture selection documents.
• Application of basic design elements and principles based on simplicity, scale, color, form, texture, pattern, light, balance, and proportions as well as a passion for developing presentations.
• Research interior finish materials and furniture selections and assist in development of specifications.
• Work alongside and understand the functional organization of the project team.
• Perform general office responsibilities (library and material upkeep, assist in developing project/BIM standards, assist and participate in professional development programs, etc.).
• Participate in cross-discipline career development.
• Actively participate in company initiatives, groups and programs.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Interior Design, Interior Architecture, or Architecture from an Accredited School.
• 0-3 years of relevant professional design experience in PK-12 Education, Institutional, Commercial/Corporate or Governmental design sectors.
• Participation in the creation of conceptual, schematic, design development and construction documents and materials.
• Basic knowledge of FF&E selection and specification process.
• Ability to develop, communicate and present design concepts to their team.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and excellent graphic presentation skills.
• Proficiency in Revit and 3D modelling and visualization softwares.
• Problem solving skills, attention to detail, and motivation to learn
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Capable of handling multiple projects at the same time.
• Interest in completing professional certifications; NCIDQ or ARE exams.

Wight & Company offers excellent benefits and a wonderful work environment. For more information about our company, visit our website at www.wightco.com.

Wight & Company is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. Please view the following links for more information - EEO, EEO Supplement, and Pay Transparency.

Wight & Company values diversity in our workforce. We are committed to recruiting, hiring and promoting people with disabilities and who are veterans. If you need an accommodation to assist with completing the electronic application, please call us at 630.969.7000 and ask to speak with a Human Resources representative