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Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) · 1 day ago

Interior Designer

San Francisco, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$80K/yr - $95K/yr

4+ years exp

Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) is a collective committed to shaping a better future for clients, communities, and the planet. The Interior Designer will create and innovate designs while managing project tasks and mentoring less experienced staff, contributing to the development of sustainable strategies and high-quality deliverables.

ArchitectureCommercial Real EstateInterior Design

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Creates and innovates with a strong conceptual design ability and integrates interdisciplinary criteria to effectively move forward the design of distinct portions of large projects or entire projects of a small scale

Demonstrates an advanced understanding of Interiors and Architectural building materials and finishes, building systems, specifications, current and applicable building and fire codes, design and detailing standards and construction techniques, and current market cost(s) costing trends

Able to enrich design concepts through technical strategies and effectively uses appropriate tools to research, design and document at all project phases

Demonstrates an advanced knowledge of Interior Architecture and Architectural design including workplace planning and design concept development (hospitality and/or residential as applicable), design documentation, construction documentation, construction administration, and furniture (FF&E) and materials selection and specifications

Manages time and workload of own work efforts and those of others to meet project task deadlines and commitments, with occasional interaction and direction from team leaders while guiding and teaching less experienced staff

Inspires and leads others by example, participates in staff mentoring and training, clearly defines team member expectations and responsibilities, empowers others, and delegates where appropriate based on team members’ recognized abilities and potential

In collaboration with team members, contributes to a clear and consistent work plan to achieve the project budget, deliverables, and schedule

Actively engages in internal professional development opportunities

Contributes to the implementation of sustainable strategies in all project assignments and the associated development of staff knowledge

Contributes to the development of standards, policies, and procedures

Protects SOM from financial and legal risk

Qualification

Interior ArchitectureArchitectural designLEED accreditationBIMRevit ToolsSustainable strategiesMicrosoft OfficeGoogle WorkspaceTrainingCommunication skillsTeam collaborationMentoring

Required

Professional degree in Architecture and/or Interior Design

Professional licensure process is close to completion; LEED accreditation strongly preferred

Minimum 4 years of experience or equivalent knowledge, skills and abilities

General understanding of sustainable strategies and principles including familiarity with LEED or other green building rating systems

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace

Familiarity with BIM and Revit Tools, and demonstrates practical understanding of the application of digital tools such as Rhinoceros, Grasshopper, Navisworks, Ladybug, Enscape, VR, ADOBE Suite, etc

Actively supports compliance with BIM/CAD project standards and procedures

Preferred

LEED accreditation strongly preferred

Benefits

Health and Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life & accident insurance

Savings: 401K matching, pre-tax spending accounts, and employee discount programs

Work/Life Balance: Inquire about our hybrid/flexible schedules, paid family leave, paid vacation, backup child and elder care, and an employee assistance program

Professional Development: Reimbursement for professional licenses, associated renewals, and exam fees as well as specialized in-house career development

Company

Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM)

Glassdoor3.7

A global collective of architects, designers, engineers, and planners building a better future. Named No.

Founded in 1936

Chicago, Illinois, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.som.com/

H1B Sponsorship

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