Senior Interior Designer

Company: Shive-Hattery
Location: Chicago
Posted on: March 7, 2025

Job Description:

Overview

Shive Hattery's Chicago office has an immediate full-time opening for an Interior Designer with a minimum of ten (10) years experience in the design of corporate workplace and building repositioning.
We are a full-service design firm offering interior design, architecture, engineering, and landscape architecture. You will be an integral member of the design team working on all phases and aspects of our varied projects.
Requirements

*Interested applicants should submit their cover letter, resume, and portfolio for consideration. If unable to submit your portfolio due to size constrains, please include a link to your portfolio in your cover letter.
* Engage with the project team from programming/scope definition, design, and documentation through implementation
* Collaborate with the project architect and other senior Interior Designers on all aspects of project delivery
* Preparation of elements of project schematic / conceptual designs including: programmatic space plans, floor plans, ceiling plans, elevations, floor finish plans and dimensional sketches required to convey design intent for in-house and client reviews
* Render conceptual design ideas and prepare 2D and 3D presentation / design drawings
* Preparation of working drawing contract documents, plans, details, schedules, technical specifications, FF&E specifications using Revit, BSD, Excel and other related software
* Coordinate document requirements with design team and corresponding plan and drawings
* Ability to attend on-site visits and field reviews, and provide direction to outside contractors and vendors if necessary
* Organize and Participate in project pursuits and interviews
* Support Business Development activities and build client relationships
* Development of technical / design solutions
* Assist in design presentation development
* Exceptional presentation skills
* Revit/BIM modeling and project documentation
* Follow project development and production standards
* Continuous personal improvement and education
* Ability to travel

Qualifications:
* Graduate from an accredited Interior Design program
* Bachelor's Degree in Interior Design
* NCIDQ Certification or the ability to become certified
* Experience in working on Corporate Workplace projects
* Ability to develop, communicate, and present design concepts with the project team, to the client, and to outside vendors/agencies
* Experience using Revit, BSD Speclink, Sketch-up, Adobe Creative Suites, Microsoft Office Suite, and/or other related graphic software programs is expected
* Current knowledge of materials, finishes, furnishings, and equipment; including industry standards for selection, procurement, and install management of such items
* Experience in developing time management and organizational skills required to undertake multiple projects or facets of various projects; multi-tasking
* Attention to deadlines is critical
* Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written)
* Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail

Why Shive-Hattery?
You will find the right balance at Shive-Hattery. A large pool of resources in a 500+ person design firm, with a small firm feel where you build personal connections with colleagues, partners and clients. Flourish as a professional with the freedom to chart your own course and make an impact - and Design What Matters to make the world a better place.
Our learning and teaching culture is founded on collaboration. You will learn from and teach other employees while working across disciplines. You will grow your skills and continue your professional growth at Shive-Hattery.
Shive-Hattery offers an outstanding and competitive total compensation package including competitive pay and over 35 different benefits.
Benefit Highlights
* Medical, Dental, Vision - 4 tiers of coverage
* Voluntary Life Insurance - Employee, Spouse, and Child
* Voluntary Insurance Plans - Accident, Critical Illness, & Hospital Indemnity
* FSA - Medical & Dependent Care
* 8 Paid Holidays + PTO
* Paid Parental Leave
* 401K/Roth 401K with Company Match
* Overtime Bonus
* Profit Sharing Bonus
* First Time License Bonus
* Tuition Reimbursement & Licensure/Certification Financial Support
* Professional Development Opportunities
* Calm Meditation & Stress Relief Subscription
* ...And Many More!
Shive-Hattery offers a flexible work environment and supports balancing personal and professional responsibilities. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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