Senior Interior Designer

Perkins&Will Durham studio is looking for an Interiors Project Designer with 10+ years of experience to join our growing Interiors team! Inspire others and be a part of transformation through design. Typical Years of Requisite Experience: 10+ yearsProfessional Licensure: Preferred ResponsibilitiesResponsible for leading all phases of the design process with a high level of proficiency, expertise, and creativity while adhering to firm and project goals and standards of excellence in design, execution, and living design.Initiates and creates detailed design concepts with ability to develop functional requirements and project-design criteria.Exhibits understanding of and leadership in the architectural design process and integration of standalone interiors projects and design concepts.Leads interior design efforts and project teams including design direction and client engagement. Uses graphic storytelling to advance the project delivery and scope. Participates in marketing efforts, leads design presentations to prospective clients, and develops successful client relationships.Prepares client presentation packages, external publications, and award submissions.Reviews work for accuracy, omissions, legibility, and for document compliance in accordance with the Project Delivery Manual. Leads collaborative teams in design reviews, charettes, and pin-ups. Demonstrates strong and effective communication and direction which inspires high team performance and design ideas.Mentors staff.Accountable for effective coordination with clients, partners, and consultants throughout the entire project. Please note that while this position primarily focuses on design aspects of interior design, all team members are expected to contribute to various facets of our projects as needed. This may include, but is not limited to, taking on design or technical tasks outside your primary area of focus. Flexibility and a collaborative spirit are key components of our team dynamic, ensuring that we deliver comprehensive and cohesive design solutions to our clients. ProficienciesBIM Building codes and guidelines as applicable (ADA, FGI, etc.)Programming, planning, and site analysisPreliminary design studiesContract documentsField observations and measurementsLife safety requirements Furniture and interior product specificationsFurniture bid packagesConstruction contract administrationCost estimates and calculationsAccessibility and zoning analysisDocumentation of Living Design data, including material health SoftwareAdvanced knowledge of 2D/3D production software Advanced Revit Conceptual modeling tools such as Rhino and Grasshopper Microsoft Office / Adobe Suite Visualization tools such as Enscape and VRay Presentation tools such as InDesign and Photoshop Environmental Analysis software such Ladybug and Climate Studio Licensure/Certifications/EducationLEED GA within 6 months of hireProfessional Accreditation in one area of Living Design that interests you: LEED AP with Specialty, BREEAM AP, WELL AP, SITES AP, Passive House Institute Certified Passive House Consultant/Designer CPHC/CPHD, or ILFI Living Future AccreditationProfessional interiors licensureBachelor's degree in interiors, architecture or, related discipline required For full consideration, please include a portfolio with your resume, either as a link or a PDF of work samples. Applications without a portfolio may not be fully considered. #LI-MR1