Interior Design Associate

Full Time Position Scope & Responsibilities: George Armour Ewart, Architect is seeking an Interior Design Associate with 1- 3+ years of experience. We are a rapidly growing firm, licensed in 14 states, with work primarily in the Knoxville and East Tennessee region in a wide range of project types, including healthcare, retail, office, commercial, and industrial projects. This position is excellent for Interior Designers seeking career growth within the firm, design opportunities in a variety of project types, and extensive client contact. At GAEA, you’ll find a diverse, collegial group of professionals that share a passion for excellent design solutions for a variety of clients. The successful candidate will possess strong technical / design documentation skills, excellent communication skills, with capabilities in all phases of interior design project delivery. Qualifications and Skills: ● B.S. Interior Architecture degree from an accredited professional degree program. ● Proven capability/exposure in all phases of the interior architectural documentation and construction process, from schematic design through contract administration. ● Some experience in coordination of interdisciplinary design documentation including architectural, interior design, MEP and landscape architectural staff. ● 1-3+ years of progressive responsibility in a professional interior design practice. ● Proficiency with BIM platforms (Archicad and/or Revit). Salary and Benefits ● Competitive salary based on experience ● Paid Time Off: 2 week first year; 3 weeks: 2-6 years; 4 weeks: 7+ years ● Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance ● Retirement: 401k w/ matching contributions up to 4% ● Payment of fees to maintain license (NCIDQ, RID, CEU’s, etc.) once applicable ● Discretionary year-end bonus ranging from 4%-8% of annual salary Job Type: Full-time Pay: $42,000.00 - $52,000.00 per year Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Life insurance • Paid time off • Parental leave • Professional development assistance • Vision insurance Application Question(s): • Are you able to commute to our office location daily? • Are you eligible for NCIDQ certification after the appropriate amount of work hours have been completed? • How many years of experience in Archicad or Revit do you have? Work Location: In person