Intermediate Designer: Technical

• Maintain high-quality documentation practices
• Safeguard the interests of clients and the firm in interactions with consultants, suppliers and contractors
• Develop familiarity with site conditions and construction practices
• Create sound relationships with colleagues, contractors and suppliers
• Promote awareness of changes in codes and regulations
• Develop skills in site supervision and site problem-solving
• Maintain consistent and high-quality minutes, reports, orders and records
• Promote awareness of excellent materials, techniques, suppliers and contractors
• Produce high-quality drawing and documentation sets that reduce rework, errors and omissions
• Master, apply and comply with relevant codes, regulations and standards
• Contribute to the development of standards, specifications and details that promote design quality, buildability and durability of projects
• Contribute to the development of quality assurance processes for the firm
• Actively contribute to the design dialogue in the firm

/DesignAgency is seeking qualified candidates for an immediate opening with our firm for the role of Intermediate Designer: Technical. /DesignAgency relies on Intermediate Designer: Technical to produce top-quality design, tender and construction drawings and documentation; ensure code and regulatory compliance; and participate in quality control processes. Intermediate Designer: Technical may be required to act as job captains for small projects and project components. The firm expects Intermediate Designer: Technical to develop expertise in technical and design drawing, building codes and standards, construction practices and standards, detailing and materials, and sound environmental practices. They are expected to consult with more senior designers and technologists when they encounter technical challenges or issues with clients, suppliers, contractors or site conditions. They will be recognized for their ability to contribute to effective design teams.

• Ability to collaborate creatively with designers, consultants and contractors in the studio and on site
• Learn to solve technical, materials and construction problems elegantly and effectively
• Hotel and Food & Beverage interior design experience required
• Minimum 5 years of industry experience
• Interior Design Diploma or equivalent
• Multi-unit residential experience is preferred
• Excellence in project management in clients’ interests
• Excellence in project management in the firm’s interests
• Professional experience using AutoCAD and SketchUp is required
• Experience using Revit, Illustrator, Photoshop and InDesign is beneficial
• An understanding of IBC and ADA building codes
• Demonstrate excellent personal time management

Development pathway

Achievement of professional credentials such as NCIDQ will be taken into account in promotion and compensation decisions and preparatory studies or test costs may be eligible for firm support.

Achievement of professional credentials such as NCIDQ and AIA will be taken into account in promotion and compensation decisions, and preparatory studies or test costs may be eligible for firm support.

The pay range listed aligns with the geography of the studio for which this position is posted. Actual compensation will be based on work experience, education, licensure, and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of the offer. The successful candidate will be eligible to participate in DesignAgency’s robust benefits program which includes 401(k) contributions, paid parental leave, medical, dental and life insurance plans as well as hybrid working and paid time off (vacation, sick time, holiday closure, bereavement, etc.). The base salary is estimated between $71,000 - $89,000.

The successful candidate will be eligible to participate on the same basis as similarly situated employees in the Company’s benefit plans in effect from time to time during their employment. All matters of eligibility for coverage or benefits under any benefit plan shall be determined in accordance with the provisions of such plan. The Company reserves the right to change, alter, or terminate any benefit plan in its sole discretion.

We offer an extremely competitive base salary and the opportunity for growth within the company. If you believe that this could be a perfect fit for you, please send your resume immediately, or if you know the perfect person for this position then feel free to forward this correspondence. All applications will be kept in the strictest of confidence.