Senior Project Designer

PDR is an interior architecture and workplace design firm committed to shaping a better world through the power of design. We believe that the workplace is a strategic business tool. It's more than a location, it's a catalyst for culture, productivity, and growth. As we continue to design forward-thinking environments that empower people to thrive, we're looking for a dynamic, versatile professional to join our team and help amplify our story.

Why Join Us?

We are a people-first firm. At PDR, you'll be part of a culture that champions innovation, collaboration, and purposeful design. We offer a flexible, supportive environment that encourages continuous learning and celebrates collective success.

Responsibilities

• Design Concept
  • Lead the project team in the creation of a design concept and corresponding material palettes that embody the business goals and overall story of the client.
  • Engage the client in programming and workplace design analysis to identify the project's key issues and business objectives.
  • Coordinate with the Partner, Project Manager, and/or Project Architect to identify the design scope, budget, and schedule.
• Design Deliverables
  • Guide the schematic design and design development phases of the project.
  • Coordinate with the Project Architect during the design development and engineering handoff phases.
  • Actively participate in the construction document process.
  • Create, schedule, and organize tasks for the team in order to meet design deliverables.
• Culture and Career Development
  • Establish the content for all Design presentations.
  • Confirm that the design solutions being presented are appropriate with the project budget and schedule.
  • Engage the client in the Design process and be responsible for the resolution of all design elements.
  • Mentor the project team and designers in developing the complete project design solution and maintaining a primary design concept through construction documents.
  • Be actively involved in industry events, vendor events, learnings, and presentations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or Master's degree in Interior Design or Architecture from a CIDA or NCARB accredited school
• 10+ years of post-graduate experience with a minimum of 5 years in workplace interiors
• Ability to effectively convey a design concept and strategy internally with a team and externally with clients
• Excellent color sense and great passion for design
• Must be able to specify and prepare RFPs for contract furniture
• Proficiency in simple and advanced 3D modeling, visualization, and graphic software - Revit required
• Additional skills could include Excel, Adobe Suite, Enscape, Lumion, Rhino, and modeling software programs
• Professional License required or within 18 months of hire
• Commercial workplace interior design experience is a plus
• Sustainable certification (e.g., LEED, WELL, Fitwell, etc.) is a plus
• Must be a team player and have the ability to collaborate and work well with colleagues
• Must be able to develop, delegate to, mentor, and teach younger staff
• Must be self-motivated, take ownership of tasks, and have strong organizational skills
• Desire to be research-driven and understand current market trends and what's next in design
• Attend company happy hours and internal vendor presentations as possible
• Must be active in industry events and networking events

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life options
• 401k Plan with Company Contribution
• Company Approved Allowances
• Paid Employee Parking
• Employee Assistance Program and Services
• Competitive Vacation and Holidays
• Annual Professional Development Allowance
• License and Exam Reimbursement
• Mentorships and Coaching
• Career Growth Opportunities