• Job Description

  Req#: 3427598

  Life at PE:

  Perkins Eastman is a global architectural design practice with expertise in all aspects of the built environment, working at all scales, and at every level of detail. With studios in 24 locations worldwide, we design for people, to leave a lasting and positive impact on the human experience and the world we inhabit. This is captured in our ethos "human by design".

  We believe design is a collaborative art and we are structured as an integrated practice of passionate professionals committed to delivering the best design for our clients. Our team of diverse and complementary talents work together in studios, that can draw from relevant expertise and points of view from across the whole practice to analyze and solve the specific design challenges they are working on. Within the firm we have 18 practice areas, cores of expertise, that focus as centers of knowledge and analysis, that are both an essential foundation and fuel for the creative design work. Sustainability is intrinsic to our design approach. It is an essential ingredient for the design teams throughout the process, adding valuable insights, ideas, and research to the process. For us all good design is sustainable.

  The Opportunity:

  Perkins Eastman has an immediate need for an Interior Designer in our Pittsburgh Studio with 0-4 years’ experience predominantly in workplace design. This ideal candidate will work closely with other designers and architects on the project teams to which they are assigned to design, document and execute the project through construction administration. The Interior Designer will participate in pre-design visioning, designing, selecting and documenting interior architectural elements.

  Primary Responsibilities:

  • Works with team to envision the concept story, project narrative and graphics for concept presentation
  • Assist team in space planning and furniture layouts. Knowledge of local codes and test fit planning skills preferred.
  • Works with architectural team to envision the concept story and main goal of the client while assisting in design, graphics, documentation and coordination of interior elements, and other consultants.
  • Prepare schedules relative to the interior design including finishes, lighting, door hardware, miscellaneous accessories and plumbing fixtures.
  • Identifies issues which require the review and input of Senior Designer and/or Project Manager and communicates such in a timely manner.
  • Reviews and has experience in coordinating shop drawings and samples (both FF&E related, and contractor related) with final approval by Senior Interior Designer and/or Project Manager
  • Coordination with client, contractor, and project team as appropriate per project
  • Has experience attending site meetings with owner, consultants and contractor.
  • Has experience conducting existing conditions survey and documentation. Ability to use Kuula and similar software preferred.
  • Ability to prepare presentations at various stages of the project as required with direction from Senior Designer.
  • Responsible for internal presentation of project design materials to Principal in Charge.
  • Assist in programming and comprehensive analysis of program requirements.
  • Familiar with the process of data gathering and analysis for creating a program summary.

  Other Responsibilities:

  • Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
  • Bachelor’s degree from a 4-year CIDA accredited Interior Design program or equivalent.
  • Minimum of 0 to 4 years of related industry experience required.
  • Self-starter, passionate about design
  • Possesses interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
  • Possesses knowledge of building and ADA codes
  • Understanding of interior construction documents including floor plans, floor finish plans, elevations and details, finish schedules, furniture plans
  • Ability to develop, communicate and present design concepts to their team.
  • Ability to work on multiple projects at the same time.
  • MUST be highly proficient in Revit.
  • Strong proficiency in computer-assisted design software such as AutoCAD, Revit, Complete Adobe Suite, Photoshop, Illustrator, In-design or alternate; Rhino; MS Office; 3D software such as Sketch up, Enscape.
  • Strong communication, organization, time management skills and excellent graphic abilities to use multiple technologies to convey the design and concept.

  What we offer you:

  • Robust medical, dental and vision coverage
  • 401k Options
  • PTO
  • Company Paid Holidays
  • Life Insurance
  • Pre-tax commuter benefits
  • Professional Development
  • Competitive salary

  PE has a hybrid policy that allows flexibility for our employees in managing their working days and hours to cater to their diverse needs.

  Compensation may vary based on the job level and your geographic work location.

  Perkins Eastman is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and a participant in the U.S. Federal E-Verify program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

• About the company

  Perkins Eastman is an international architecture, interior design, urban design, planning, landscape architecture, graphic design, and project management firm.

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