Senior Interior Designer

About the role

AECOM is seeking a dynamic Senior Interior Designer to serve as a member of the growing architecture studio in Columbus, Ohio. They will be part of AECOM’s Building + Places team helping to support projects across a diverse set of market sectors including Education, Workplace, Healthcare, Civic/Cultural, Federal, Transportation, and Water Resources.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with project teams to develop the approach for project pursuits, proposals and interviews.
• Work with design leaders to initiate overall design strategy and design approach for projects.
• Lead and drive the development of design projects, including all aspects of Interior Design.
• Lead development of design presentations and graphic visualization.
• Lead, evaluate and synthesize project programming information.
• Develop and complete full contract document sets, including floor plans, elevations, RCP, millwork, details & specific schedules.
• Develop and complete full FF&E procurement packages, including furniture specifications and budget estimates.
• Cook up with consultants, including architectural, lighting, landscape, structural, MEP, AV and IT.
• Ensure continuity and consistency of design deliverables, and meet project schedules, budgets, and deadlines.
• Assist in construction administration, including responding to RFI’s, preparing sketches and addendums, and visiting the construction site to gather information and/or prepare punch lists.
• Consult with manufacturers, research and evaluate FF&E, materials and products.
• Create graphics and presentation materials, including renderings of conceptual design ideas and graphic diagrams.
• Participate in client meetings and presentations.
• Incorporate Integrated Sustainable Design solutions into projects.
• Lead charrettes and the generation of design ideas.
• Collaborate to elevate design thought and awareness in studio as we aspire to succeed as creative thinkers and innovators.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Interior Design, Interior Architecture, or equivalent major.
• Minimum of 6 years experience in designing commercial interior projects or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Preferred: 10 years experience in designing commercial interior projects.
• Excellent Revit and Rendering skills.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch-up, Enscape or other 3D modeling software.
• Advanced knowledge of furniture, fixtures, equipment, finishes, lighting, and signage.
• Knowledge of construction materials, details, and standards.
• Knowledge of building regulations and safety codes.
• NCIDQ Certification (or within 12 months of employment).
• Ability to work effectively within a collaborative team environment on multiple projects.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally, visually, and in writing.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently to meet deadlines.
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Proactive self-starter, team player who values a collaborative environment.
• Detail and process oriented, yet open to change and motivated by innovation.
• Ability to accommodate some local travel (valid driver’s license required).

Additional Information

This position will not offer sponsorship now or in the future. Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The range for this position is $90000 to $120000 per year.