Job Description
Qualifications
Has a college degree in Interior Design or Architecture along with 8-15 years of experience in Interior Design with a Commercial Architecture/Design firm
Experience outside of residential homes absolutely required
NCIDQ certification required
Knowledge of LEED V4 and WELL
Must be able to self-direct and perform their work tasks without direct supervision
Understand the roles/responsibilities of project team members, interior design principles, and practices
Knowledge of interior building codes and regulations
Detail oriented, self-motivated, ability to maintain high-quality standards and work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
Understands document contents for schematic design, design development, construction documents, permit sets, and what documents are required for each project phase
Proficient in Revit, Word, Excel, Power Point, Sketch Up, Photoshop, Illustrator, 3D color renderings, and other programs
Understands furniture scope/tasks identified in proposal contract
Ability to identify when additional services are requested by client and communicates information with project manager
Knowledge of furniture–wood, metal, polypropylene including various upholsteries plus furniture sizes & required spatial clearances and the ability to prepare basic furniture layouts
Understands the importance of researching product options, limitations, content, durability, cost, and maintenance
Individual will work in a normal office setting and occasionally visit active construction sites, and must be physically able to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, and keyboard
Position requires occasional lifting, up to a maximum of 25 pounds
Benefits
Base Salary: $64,400 - $80,432
The above salary range represent a good faith range for incumbents of this position
SWBR offers an outstanding compensation and benefits package and provides a creative environment
Responsibilities
This position is 40 hours a week and will be 100% in office
Takes the lead, both independently and in a collaborative team, in:
Managing small interior design projects with some supervision, sets and manages client’s expectations
Producing project drawings, schedules and specification information for interior building materials and furnishings per SWBR standards
Reviews interior design documents for completion and accuracy
Performing product research, furniture specifications, answering questions from clients
Reviewing and processing submittals and participates in punch lists
Answering requests for information (RFI), produces architect’s supplemental information (ASI)packages
Leads client meetings/presentations and works directly with clients
Preparation and presentation of materials boards–order/cut samples and layout boards
Preparation of informal and formal presentations including renderings and sketches
Project documentation including CAD production
Prepares furniture specification package
+0% office setting,10% active construction site visits
Job description
About Us
SWBR is a nationally recognized design firm with expertise in architecture, interior design, structural engineering, landscape architecture, graphic design, planning and civil engineering. Since our founding in 1+6+, the focus of our expertise and most of our current work supports education, housing, and workplace design.
We are proud of the diverse range of backgrounds, personalities, and passions that make up our team. But for all our differences, we’re united by a core mission: to positively impact lives through meaningful design.
With 100+ professionals, we are headquartered in Rochester, New York with offices in Syracuse, New York and Troy, New York.
We are currently seeking a full-time Interior Designer (Level III or IV) in our Rochester, NY offices. Our Interior Designers are responsible for Interior Design, and collaboration with Interior Designers and Architects to develop design solutions, including space relationship analysis, aesthetic and functional requirements that protect the health, safety, and welfare of our clients. This position is 40 hours a week and will be 100% in office.
Duties:
Takes the lead, both independently and in a collaborative team, in:
• Managing small interior design projects with some supervision, sets and manages client’s expectations.
• Producing project drawings, schedules and specification information for interior building materials and furnishings per SWBR standards. Reviews interior design documents for completion and accuracy.
• Performing product research, furniture specifications, answering questions from clients.
• Reviewing and processing submittals and participates in punch lists.
• Answering requests for information (RFI), produces architect’s supplemental information (ASI)packages.
• Leads client meetings/presentations and works directly with clients.
• Preparation and presentation of materials boards–order/cut samples and layout boards.
• Preparation of informal and formal presentations including renderings and sketches.
• Project documentation including CAD production.
• Prepares furniture specification package.
• +0% office setting,10% active construction site visits.
Requirements:
• Has a college degree in Interior Design or Architecture along with 8-15 years of experience in Interior Design with a Commercial Architecture/Design firm. Experience outside of residential homes absolutely required.
• NCIDQ certification required
• Knowledge of LEED V4 and WELL
• Must be able to self-direct and perform their work tasks without direct supervision
• Understand the roles/responsibilities of project team members, interior design principles, and practices.
• Knowledge of interior building codes and regulations
• Detail oriented, self-motivated, ability to maintain high-quality standards and work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Understands document contents for schematic design, design development, construction documents, permit sets, and what documents are required for each project phase.
• Proficient in Revit, Word, Excel, Power Point, Sketch Up, Photoshop, Illustrator, 3D color renderings, and other programs.
• Understands furniture scope/tasks identified in proposal contract.
• Ability to identify when additional services are requested by client and communicates information with project manager.
• Knowledge of furniture–wood, metal, polypropylene including various upholsteries plus furniture sizes & required spatial clearances and the ability to prepare basic furniture layouts.
• Understands the importance of researching product options, limitations, content, durability, cost, and maintenance.
• Individual will work in a normal office setting and occasionally visit active construction sites, and must be physically able to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, and keyboard.
• Position requires occasional lifting, up to a maximum of 25 pounds.
Base Salary: $64,400 - $80,432
The above salary range represent a good faith range for incumbents of this position. Actual offers will be based on experience, education level, and demonstrated skills and will be at the discretion of the employer.
We actively support professional development, including steps towards licensure and/or related accreditations, as a benefit of employment. SWBR offers an outstanding compensation and benefits package and provides a creative environment. Applicants interested in joining a progressive, energetic and family-friendly firm that rewards hard-working team players and offers unlimited growth potential in a multi-studio design setting should view our website at www.swbr.com/career/ to apply.
SWBR is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Veterans and Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Job Type: Full-time
