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Interior Designer II

Department: CHI01 - Chicago Studio 01
Location: Chicago, IL
Job ID: 1654
Salary: $67000 - $74000 Per Year
Employee Referral Bonus: Employee Referral Eligible

Life at PE:

Perkins Eastman is a global architectural design practice with expertise in all aspects of the built environment, working at all scales, and at every level of detail. With studios in 24 locations worldwide, we design for people, to leave a lasting and positive impact on the human experience and the world we inhabit. This is captured in our ethos "human by design".

We believe design is a collaborative art and we are structured as an integrated practice of passionate professionals committed to delivering the best design for our clients. Our team of diverse and complementary talents work together in studios, that can draw from relevant expertise and points of view from across the whole practice to analyze and solve the specific design challenges they are working on. Within the firm we have 18 practice areas, cores of expertise, that focus as centers of knowledge and analysis, that are both an essential foundation and fuel for the creative design work. Sustainability is intrinsic to our design approach. It is an essential ingredient for the design teams throughout the process, adding valuable insights, ideas, and research to the process. For us all good design is sustainable.

The Opportunity:

We are seeking a talented and creative Interior Designer to join our team. As an Interior Designer, you will assist in conceptualizing and implementing design solutions that meet our clients' needs and preferences. You will work closely with senior designers and the design team to gather requirements, create design presentations, and execute projects from start to finish. The ideal candidate has a passion for interior design, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to transform spaces into functional and aesthetically pleasing environments

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with senior designers and the design team to develop innovative design concepts based on client requirements and budget constraints.
  • Contribute to programming, develop space plans, and participates in pre-lease services to support clients in evaluating potential real estate opportunities.
  • Assist in creating design presentations, including mood boards, color schemes, material selection, and furniture layouts.
  • Conduct research on current design trends, materials, and finishes, and incorporate them into design proposals.
  • Develop detailed floor plans, elevations, and 3D renderings using design software.
  • Communicate and coordinate with suppliers, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate execution of design projects.
  • Participate in site visits to assess project progress, provide design guidance, and address any issues that may arise.
  • Assist in overseeing the procurement and installation of furniture, accessories, and other design elements.
  • Maintain organized project documentation, including drawings, specifications, and correspondence

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in interior design or a related field from a 4-year CIDA accredited Interior Design program or equivalent.
  • Minimum of 3- 5 years of related industry experience required.
  • Prior experience in an interior design role with Workplace / Corporate Interiors and K-12 experience.
  • Proficiency with computer-assisted design software such as AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, Affinity Suite, Adobe Creative Suite, MS Office, and 3D software such as Enscape.
  • Strong knowledge of construction documents, codes, and regulations.
  • Self-starter, passionate about design.
  • Collaborative and team oriented. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with team members and clients.
  • Detail-oriented mindset with a high level of accuracy and precision in design work.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
  • Knowledge of sustainable design practices is a plus.
  • Strong portfolio showcasing design projects and creative thinking.
  • Passion for and fundamental understanding of sustainable design.
  • CPHD, LEED and/or WELL accreditations are pluses
  • NCIDQ certified or pursuing certification preferred or willing to pursue within next 6 months.

What we offer you:

  • Robust medical, dental and vision coverage
  • 401k Options
  • PTO
  • Company Paid Holidays
  • Life Insurance
  • Pre-tax commuter benefits
  • Professional Development
  • Competitive salary

PE has a hybrid policy that allows flexibility for our employees in managing their working days and hours to cater to their diverse needs.

Salary Range: $67k to $74k

Compensation may vary based on the job level and your geographical work location.

Perkins Eastman is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and a participant in the U.S. Federal E-Verify program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

 

 
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NOTICE OF RECRUITING FRAUD

 Perkins Eastman is monitoring an increased frequency of recruitment frauds. Unscrupulous individuals are contacting job seekers and pretending to represent Perkins Eastman or specific persons at Perkins Eastman.

 These fraudsters use emails, texts, letters, faxes, and phone calls to make false offers of employment with Perkins Eastman or to provide services related to employment (assistance in obtaining visa, travel arrangements, job training, proof of identity, etc.).

 The offers, which appear to be legitimate and may use Perkins Eastman’s logo, often include specific details about a job description and related information such as salary, benefits, training, and a start date. The offers are often accompanied by requests for payment and/or sensitive personal information such as bank account information, credit card number, passport number, or other information that could be used to commit identity theft. 

 If you are seeking employment with Perkins Eastman, you should guard against recruitment fraud and pay close attention to these key facts

  • Neither Perkins Eastman nor our authorized third-party recruiting partners will ever ask for payments of any kind. Perkins Eastman does not collect personal banking, passport, visa, or other sensitive personal data as part of the recruitment process. You should never send money or personal details to anyone suggesting they can provide employment with Perkins Eastman. 
  • Legitimate emails from Perkins Eastman end in @perkinseastman.com
  • Messages from fraudsters often come from webmail addresses such as gmail.com, hotmail.com and yahoo.com, or from addresses that incorporate part of a company’s name, such as PerkinsEastmanCorporation.com or PERKINS EASTMAN-HR.com. Do not trust information provided to you from any domain name other than @perkinseastman.com
  • Before making an employment offer, Perkins Eastman will always invite prospective candidates, either by phone or email from a legitimate Perkins Eastman email account to a formal interview, either virtual or in-person. 
  • Messages from fraudsters often contain spelling and grammatical errors. 
  • If you receive unsolicited or suspicious offers of employment from Perkins Eastman, or simply want to verify the authenticity of an offer from Perkins Eastman, you are advised to immediately stop all communication with this individual and forward the unedited email message or details of the offer to hr@perkinseastman.com

 PERKINS EASTMAN treats incidents of fraud seriously so, if your personal information has been compromised, you are encouraged to report any incident to the local authorities. To learn more, click here: https://consumer.ftc.gov/articles/job-scams

     

 

 

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