Whitsitt Interiors + Architecture · 15 hours ago
Project Designer
Ashburn, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expWhitsitt Interiors + Architecture is a firm dedicated to creating beautiful and impactful environments through design. As a Project Designer, you will lead project teams through each phase of design, manage schedules, and ensure successful project deliverables while developing your career and supporting team goals.
Architecture & Planning
Hiring Manager
Elaine DaSilva
Responsibilities
Lead project teams through the design of each project
Guide project teams through each project phase to successfully complete design deliverables on schedule
Manage project schedules and project production
Develop the design of projects via charettes, ideation, and collaboration
Survey and evaluate existing conditions at project sites to inform achievable design decisions
Effectively source and specify finishes, fixtures, equipment, and furniture to meet design budget and schedule
Produce construction documents as well as other project deliverables by working primarily in Revit
Prepare project presentations by working primarily in InDesign
Coordinate with consultants, vendors, and industry partners
Participate effectively in client meetings
Present designs during client meetings
Review project submittals, shop drawings, and RFIs
Work with consultants, contractors, and vendors to actively maintain the project schedule
Ensure the successful implementation of firm project designs during construction administration
Track construction progress by visiting active construction sites, attending construction meetings, reviewing, photographing, and documenting construction progress, and generating punch lists
Track and manage your individual time and performance on projects
Track and manage your project team’s time and performance on projects
Work with leadership to develop your career
Actively pursue industry knowledge
Set and achieve individual goals
Impart what you have learned to others
Actively support team members and progress firm goals
Qualification
Required
3-7 years of experience in conceptualizing, documenting, detailing, and coordinating the design of commercial projects
Professional degree (Master's or Bachelor's) in Architecture or Interior Design from an accredited program
You are either an NCIDQ certified Interior Designer or a licensed Architect
Knowledge of and familiarity with architectural and interior design principles and practices
Knowledge of and familiarity with building codes and structures
Experience in and familiarity with all phases of project delivery
Experience in conceptualizing, developing, and documenting design concepts including but not limited to: Finish palettes, finish plans, reflected ceiling plans, interior elevations, design presentations, millwork designs and details, interior details, lighting selection and specification, and fixture selection and specification
Experience in selection, specification, and coordination of FF&E for commercial projects
Experience in working with industry vendors and partners to review and coordinate FF&E specifications
Experience in coordinating with Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing engineering consultants
Experience in coordinating with general contractors and reviewing and responding to submittals, shop drawings, and RFIs
Experience with training and leading team members
Experience presenting project deliverables to clients
Proficiency in Revit, InDesign, Bluebeam Revu, and Microsoft Word
Experience in or familiarity with AutoCAD, Photoshop, Microsoft Outlook, and Excel
Preferred
It is preferred if you have experience in or familiarity with other Adobe Creative Cloud Suite programs, Microsoft Teams, and/or Procore
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
401(k)
Paid holidays
Paid time off
Company
Whitsitt Interiors + Architecture
Driven to achieve beyond expectation, at Whitsitt IA, we pride ourselves in our ability to go above and beyond.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase