Associate, Design - Raleigh

About Us

At Unispace, we create spaces that empower people and businesses to thrive. We are a global design-build partner delivering workplace and life sciences projects for some of the world’s most innovative brands. With over 500 people across four continents, we bring together strategy, design, project management, and delivery into one seamless experience. Our integrated approach enables us to move with agility, solve complex challenges, and deliver meaningful outcomes for our clients. Our people are at the centre of everything we do. We foster a collaborative, inclusive culture that values curiosity, accountability, creativity, and continuous improvement. We believe diverse perspectives strengthen our teams and help us create better experiences for our clients and each other.

At Unispace, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to impactful projects, work alongside talented global teams, and grow your career in an environment that encourages innovation and new ideas.

Responsibilities

• Design Development & Oversight: Confidently lead high-profile workplace design projects from inception through delivery, ensuring technical excellence, innovation, and alignment with client vision.
• Client Management & Advocacy: Act as a trusted advisor for clients, managing senior stakeholder relationships, navigating complex requirements, and maintaining long-term partnerships.
• Business Development & Pitching: Partner closely with Sales and Preconstruction to lead RFP responses, craft winning design narratives, and deliver compelling pitches that secure new business.
• Team Guidance & Mentorship: Direct and mentor Designers and Senior Designers across both creative and technical drawing sets, finish selection, and presentation standards, elevating overall design capability.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Champion the Unispace methodology across the entire project lifecycle, collaborating seamlessly with internal teams, external consultants, and delivery partners.
• Studio & Practice Development: Drive design best practices, sustainability standards, processes, and technology adoption within the studio to ensure operational efficiency.
• Risk & Quality Management: Proactively identify, manage, and mitigate project design and commercial risks in collaboration with Design Principals and Delivery leadership.
• Market Insight: Stay ahead of workplace trends, emerging technologies, and commercial market dynamics, translating insights into innovative client solutions.

Requirements

• Commercial Workplace Expertise: Proven track record of leading complex, end-to-end commercial interior design projects.
• Pitch & Win Capability: Demonstrated success delivering high-profile pitches and developing persuasive RFP materials with strong presentation skills.
• Strategic & Commercial Acumen: Deep understanding of project financials, local building codes, market trends, and industry standards within the US market.
• Technical Mastery: Strong proficiency in design software, including Revit, InDesign, and Photoshop, alongside strong oversight of documentation and technical quality.
• Leadership & Collaboration: Ability to guide project teams, influence executive stakeholders, and foster an inclusive, high-performing studio environment.
• Resilience & Agility: Strong ability to navigate ambiguity, prioritize under pressure, and manage multiple complex deadlines simultaneously.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Generous benefits package, including a 401(k) and paid time off
• Travel opportunities across global offices
• Extensive rewards and recognition
• Executive career development
• Strong focus on well-being

While we support hybrid and flexible working where possible, this role requires regular collaboration in our studio and travel to client sites and project venues.

Inclusion & Diversity

At Unispace, we believe diverse perspectives strengthen our teams, our culture, and the work we deliver for our clients. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with respect and has the opportunity to thrive. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, in accordance with applicable local laws and regulations.