What are the responsibilities and job description for the Interior Designer position at Gensler?
At Gensler, wedesignfor people. We leverage our global perspective and local presence to innovate at every scale. We're not just designers. We're tinkerers, craftspeople, visionaries, innovators,and thought leaders. Fueled by passion and entrepreneurial spirit, our people bring new ideas to solvethe world's mostchallenging problems, like designing amoreresilient, inclusive, and equitable future for our communities and cities.
Our people-centered, "People First" culture and "One Firm-Firm" motto promotes integrated teams that unite to shape the future of cities. Gensler's vision is to "Create a Better World through the Power of Design," and we do that by our deep commitment to our clients and by fostering a collaborative, diverse, and inclusive environment that enables our people to create impactful solutions together.
Your Role
Gensler is dedicated to using the power of design to create business solutions for their clients. The Gensler Community thrives on a positive, collaborative, fun, and inspiring environment. They depend on communication and connectivity to get things done. If you have a commitment to providing high-quality professional design services for clients in the Workplace market sector and thrive working within a creative, client-focused design environment, Gensler Minneapolis is the place to be.
**This position is based on-site in our Minneapolis office 5 days a week**
What You Will Do
- Perform interior design assignments that include programming client needs, conceptual design, schematic design, design development, space planning and construction documentation
- Participate in the selection and presentation of furniture, furniture systems, fabrics, equipment (FF&E), color palettes, and lighting
- Generate floor plans, finish plans, specifications, and material selections needed for construction
- Provide design support and documentation during completion and execution of design concepts
- Responsible for Construction Documentation and Construction Administration, supporting the delivery of the project design intent
- Work on multiple teams and support concurrent projects in varying phases of project delivery
- Manage external consultants, product representatives, furniture dealers, and fabricators
- As a self-motivated designer with strong Revit skills, you can jump in and produce test fits and project deliverables
Your Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Interior Design or Interior Architecture from an accredited university
- 7 years of commercial interior design experience - ideally for Workplace, Hospitality or Mixed Use projects
- Proficient with Revit, SketchUp, 3D, Enscape, and other modeling software programs, such as Rhino, Grasshopper and/or Dynamo
- Proficient with Adobe Creative Suite applications (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign a must)
- Knowledge of furniture, finishes, materials, color selections, and specifications
- Strong knowledge of furniture, finishes, materials, color selections, and specifications
- Graphics and visualization skills to effectively communicate design ideas
- Demonstrated commitment to resilience and sustainable building practices
- NCIDQ certified
- LEED AP is preferred
Please include a portfolio (ideally showcasing your experience with the aforementioned project types) along with your resume.
The base salary range is $72,000 to $85,000, commensurate with relevant experience. In addition, standard benefits will be offered, and employees will be eligible for bonuses.
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 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.
Gensler celebrates diversity and our commitment to creating an inclusive environment for our colleagues. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer of choice. All aspects of employment decisions will be based on merit, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of any status protected under federal, state, or local law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, political views or activity, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.
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