Plunkett Raysich Architects is hiring: Interior Designer in Austin

Job Title

Interior Designer

Location

Austin, TX US (Primary)

Job Description

The Interior Designer provides Interior Design support to assigned project teams. The position involves developing design concepts, color/finish selections and furniture selections for interior architectural projects from the schematic design phase through construction administration phase. Interior Designers will serve on project teams across all Studios, working on a variety of project types. The Interior Designer will receive guidance and direction on work assignments from the Director of Interior Design or a senior member of the Interior Design Team.

Responsibilities (others may be assigned):

COMMUNICATION

• Communicate as directed with internal and external team members on task assignments
• Participate in client presentations when requested

COLLABORATION

• Complete renderings and drawings. Use basic Revit skills for floor pattern plans, elevations and scheduling.
• Implements design studies under the direction of senior staff
• Collects client space requirements and develops space program documents
• Drawing of plan details for functionality, aesthetics, durability and strength of materials, use of light, color and textures in a space
• Selection of products and materials while researching various product options
• Produce material samples and sample boards as needed
• Update and maintain resource library and set up on-going product representative meetings
• Participates in the development of schematic, design and construction documents and specifications to assist in the development of the design intent
• Participates in the development of furniture design to completion of the documents
• Attending and contributing to project team and Studio meetings

STANDARDS AND CODES

• Aid senior staff with shop drawing and submittal review for content and accuracy

Job Requirements

Desired Qualifications/Knowledge:

• An Associate degree in Interior design is required; a four-year degree in Interior design is preferred
• Two or more years of experience as Interior Designer I or equivalent Interior Design experience
• Demonstrated success and knowledge growth in the position of Interior Designer I
• Intermediate knowledge of material finishes required
• Intermediate Revit and Enscape ability required
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and PDF editing software
• Ability to design creative and effective design solutions
• Intermediate understanding and application of interior design principles, practices and concepts
• Willingness to work in a team environment to achieve desired results
• Ability to prioritize time and tasks to meet project deadlines
• Demonstrate a continuous learning mindset
• Listen actively, acknowledge and respond to feedback
• Embrace and demonstrate the PRA Core Values of Community, Collaboration and Commitment
• Physical Requirements:
• Reasonable Accommodations may be made to allow individuals to complete essential job functions. May require the ability to sit for long periods of time, stand, walk and manipulate (carry, lift, move) light to medium weight of 10 to 30 pounds. Requires good hand-eye coordination, arm, hand and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard, operate technical equipment, read technical information and to analyze complex data, as well as, good hearing and speaking abilities to exchange information accurately through emails, on the phone or in person.
• Work Environment:
  
  Duties and responsibilities are generally performed in an office setting. Occasional travel to offsite locations to perform work and work-related tasks or to attend meetings may be required. Work may be required outside of standard business hours as project needs may require meeting attendance or work be performed in evenings or weekends.
  
  *This Job description is subject to change at any time per management discretion*
  
  PRA is an Equal Opportunity Employer operating under an Affirmative Action Plan.

Education

Associate Degree

Career Level

Experienced (Non-Manager)

Category

Interior Designer

Job Type

Full-time

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# of Hires Needed

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