What are the responsibilities and job description for the Designer - Workplace Interiors position at Gensler?
Your Role
As a Gensler Designer- Interiors for the Work Studio in Chicago, your job is to combine creativity and technical knowledge with business skills and understanding to produce functionally beautiful spaces for clients. With you as part of the design team, interiors have never been so engaging.
What You Will Do
Collaborate on workplace interior design assignments that include programming client needs, conceptual design, schematic design, design development, space planning, and management of budgets and schedules
Coordinate with junior team members and Project Architects on delivery of project milestones
Participate in the selection and presentation of furniture, furniture systems, fabrics, equipment (FF&E), color palettes, lighting, and furniture specifications
Provide project team coordination for finish plans, specifications, and material selections needed for construction
Provide design support and documentation during completion and execution of design concepts
Work with external consultants, product representatives, furniture dealers, consultants, and fabricators to meet overall project objectives
Assist in managing client expectations, team communication and consultant coordination
Establish and maintain ongoing, productive client relationships
Your Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Interior Design or Architecture from an accredited school
4 years of experience as a Designer
Proficient in Revit, SketchUp, AutoCAD, 3D and other modeling software programs
Strong knowledge of the design process, including FF E, furniture systems and specifications, color and materials
Outstanding conceptual 3-dimensional thinking and graphic presentation skills to effectively communicate design ideas
Knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, SPEXX a plus
Graphics and visualization skills to effectively communicate design ideas
Flexibility to focus on concurrent projects in various stages of development
A quick learner with an ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment
Goals to pursue interior design certification or licensure and LEED accreditation are encouraged
Strong leadership, organization, communication and relationship management skills
Demonstrated commitment to sustainability and sustainable building practices; Portfolios should include at least one project (especially built projects with LEED, Living Building Challenge, WELL Building Standard, Fitwel, and/or Net Zero Building certification) with this particular focus, which we look forward to discussing during the interview
For consideration, please submit a resume and relevant work samples. Submittals must include work samples for full consideration.
**The base salary will be estimated between $62,000-$76,000 plus bonuses and benefits and contingent on relevant experience. To learn more about our compensation philosophy and full benefits offerings, please visit Great People, Great Rewards | Gensler
Life at Gensler
At Gensler, we are as committed to enjoying life as we are to delivering best-in-class design. From curated art exhibits to internal design competitions to "Well-being Awareness Week," our offices reflect our people's diverse interests.
We encourage every person at Gensler to lead a healthy and balanced life. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off. We also offer a 401k, profit sharing, employee stock ownership, and twice annual bonus opportunities. Our annual base salary range has been established based on local markets.
As part of the firm's commitment to licensure and professional development, Gensler offers reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees. In addition, we reimburse tuition for certain eligible programs or classes. We view our professional development programs as strategic investments in our future.
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