FitzGerald Associates Architects

About the role

As an Associate Interior Designer, you will contribute to every stage of the design process, from conceptual design through construction administration and FF&E installation. This role offers the opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of projects, including Commercial, Multifamily, Senior Living, Affordable Housing, Hospitality, Workplace, Mixed-Use, and Adaptive Reuse developments.

Responsibilities

• Prepare design concepts, presentations, and supporting materials for client and project team review
• Meet with clients, vendors, consultants, and contractors to advance design objectives and support successful project implementation
• Participate in internal design reviews and contribute creative and technical solutions throughout project development
• Collaborate with project teams to produce design and construction documentation
• Develop specifications and coordinate with furniture dealers to ensure proposals align with client budgets and project schedules
• Conduct site visits to evaluate existing conditions, coordinate with contractors, and verify that design intent and quality standards are achieved
• Support project coordination, scheduling, and communication across multidisciplinary teams while assisting senior staff in maintaining project timelines, client expectations, and design quality
• Contribute to a collaborative studio culture through knowledge-sharing and professional development, and communicate project progress, coordination updates, and design challenges to senior leadership

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in interior design
• Proficiency in Revit, including at least 1 year of hands-on experience, along with strong working knowledge of AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Cloud
• Experience with rendering software such as Lumion and Twinmotion is highly preferred
• Bachelor's Degree in Interior Design from an accredited program
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment while demonstrating initiative, accountability, and a proactive approach to problem-solving
• Experience guiding design efforts through all phases of the design process
• Ability to contribute effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Strong organizational skills with the flexibility to manage multiple priorities and responsibilities

Qualifications

• NCIDQ certification is encouraged but not required
• Willingness to travel occasionally and attend industry events outside of regular business hours as needed