Job Description

Interior Designer I

Position Summary

The Interior Designer I is responsible for providing design and technical detailing support to the project team. The position actively participates in project discussions, reliably completes assigned work, proactively seeks out additional ways to contribute, and builds agility with the organization, components and documentation phases of projects.

The Interior Designer I is able to demonstrate design aptitude and facility with multiple modes of visual expression. The position requires flexibility in managing changing priorities, the drive to learn and take on any needed task, and the ability to build positive and productive relationships with colleagues.

This position is hybrid: 4 days a week in Boston, MA office and 1 day remote.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Documents design and/or technical ideas generated by others.
• Revises documents under guidance of others.
• Generates ideas and provides general input to design.
• Assists in the preparation of presentations including drawings, models, presentation boards.
• Assists with product research.
• Assists with Construction Administration tasks.
• Acquires knowledge of building codes, construction budgets, project budgets and other professional practice issues.
• Acquires knowledge of project organization, components and documentation phases of a project.
• Builds agility with all software platforms required for project delivery.
• Assists in the development of FF&E specifications.
• Responds to, communicates, and supports a variety of tasks as requested by senior members of the team.
• Seeks out mentorship and continuing education opportunities for the development of skills and career.

Required Education, Experience, and Credentials

• Bachelor’s degree in interior design from a CIDA accredited program or a B.Arch
• Internship experience working in an interior design studio or architecture firm
• Student design portfolio

Preferred Education, Experience, and Credentials

• Master’s degree in interior design from a CIDA accredited program or a M.Arch
• Professional design portfolio

Skills and Abilities

Leadership, Communication and Emotional Skills:

• Ability to demonstrate the firm’s core values: Integrity, Purpose, Collaboration, Empathy, Conscientiousness, Accountability.
• Strong service orientation with the ability to proactively find solutions.
• Ability to listen to understand.
• Ability to communicate relevant information clearly and concisely, with the appropriate tone.
• Strong attention to detail, especially in written and visual communications.
• Ability and desire to receive feedback and learn from other’s perspectives.
• Ability to be flexible and to adapt to changes in priority or direction.
• Ability and desire to self-start, ask questions, learn and grow.
• Ability to manage time and workflow, with direction.

Technical Skills and Applied Knowledge

• Proficiency in the basic technical skills of interior design:

  • • Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop and InDesign
    • Sketchup
    • Enscape
• Ability to quickly develop facility with:

  • • Revit
    • AutoCAD
• Ability to contribute design ideas.
• Knowledge of digital project file management and standards.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to perform work using a Windows operating system.

Working Conditions, Physical Activities and Demands

• • Office environment, no adverse environmental conditions expected on a usual basis.
  • Occasionally visiting construction sites with exposure to outdoor elements, variable temperatures, hazards, and noise.
  • Constantly repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
  • Constantly assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned.
  • Constantly remaining in a stationary position, often sitting for prolonged periods.
  • Constantly communicating with others to exchange information.

Benefits and Perks

• Ten (10) paid vacation days per year.
• Eleven (11) paid fixed holidays and two (2) paid floating holidays per year.
• Ten (10) paid sick days per year.
• Health insurance, 70% employer
• Dental and vision insurance, 70% employer paid.
• Health Reimbursement Account, Health Savings Account and/or Flexible Spending Account for pre-tax medical and dependent care expenses.
• Employer paid life, AD&D, short‑, and long-term disability insurance, w/optional additional employee paid coverages.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Employee Assistance Program for counseling, legal, and financial assistance.
• Free annual membership to Blue Bikes.
• Pre-tax commuter and parking benefits.
• Free shuttles to and from the Innovation & Design Building and South Station or North Station during peak commute hours.

Elkus Manfredi Architects provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, genetic information, service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Equal employment opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training. If you are interested in a career with Elkus Manfredi, please email a resume, cover letter and portfolio to:

[email protected]

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