Interior Designer I

This role is located in Chicago, IL

Job Description

BKV Group seeks an Interior Designer I with 1-4 years’ experience to join our team. We are looking for someone who is highly creative and innovative, is proficient in Revit and ideally has experience with Multi-Family Housing, Hospitality or Corporate project types. Candidates must have the ability to work within a collaborative environment, have excellent communication skills, the ability to work on several projects simultaneously and exhibit strong graphic skills. Responsibilities include the following and others may be assigned:

  • Scope / Schedule / Budget: Review project budget with Project Lead or Partner at start of project. Work with Project Lead to align tasks to be completed with available budget. Communicate scope and budget concerns with Project Lead and review budget status throughout the project.
  • Vision: Work with Project Lead to develop Visioning package for the client to establish aesthetic direction and Interior Design Concepts for the project. Communicate vision through use of imagery, renderings, and concept designs.
  • Programming: Meet with client/Project Lead to determine program requirements. Work with client/Project Lead to understand function, equipment, FF&E, and any other factors that will affect the planning of the project interiors.
  • Space Planning: Work with Project Lead to determine scope of plan development. Use program knowledge to develop functional, innovative environment that will enhance the experience for the occupant.
  • Finish and Materials: Work with Project Lead to develop appropriate finish and material selections and implement an overall design palette that support the aesthetic goals, budget, and functionality of the project.
  • Furniture / Artwork / FF&E: Specify appropriate furniture, artwork, and accessories. Assist owner in procurement of furniture as required.
  • Coordination: Responsible for communicating design intent of project interiors with other disciplines under the supervision of the Project Lead.
  • Construction Documents: Develop construction documents for bidding under the supervision of the Project Lead. Coordinate with other disciplines for quality assurance, technical accuracy, and completeness. Coordinate with Project Lead to finalize scope of Interiors Construction documents.
  • Presentation Materials: Develop 3D renderings, rendered elevations and floor plans to communicate design to owner. Review presentation materials with Project Lead prior to submitting to owner.
  • Review discipline deliverables checklist with Project Lead for completion at each delivered phase of a project.
  • Maintain a free flow of communications with the Project Lead and other staff members relative to the activities on assigned projects.
  • Oversee the management of the product library by either self-direction or an intern.
  • Develop and implement a personal development program that will insure future personal growth and development within the Firm and the industry.
  • Receive project direction from the Project Lead and Interior Design Partner.

Qualifications

  • A BS/BA in Interior Design from a 4-year program or 2-year program preferred.
  • NCIDQ exam not required. Preference for advancement may be given to candidates who have completed the NCIDQ exam and have become licensed and registered Certified Interior Designers (CID), and who exhibit exceptional graphic or communication skills.
  • Minimum 1-4 years’ related experience.
  • Ability to write reports and business correspondence. Excellent organizational and time management skills.
  • Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, clients, and the public.
  • Proficient in Revit and Microsoft Office Suite.

Compensation range: $65,000 – $75,000 annually, or commensurate with experience.

BKV Group has a 45+year history of design excellence, winning more than 190 regional and national awards to date. We are passionate about how innovation and creative design can shape communities for the better – enhancing the economic, aesthetic, social, and environmental context. As a holistic national design firm, we bring a full complement of architecture, interior design, urban design, engineering, landscape architecture, and construction administration services together to collaborate from project kick-off to closeout. The diverse perspectives formed from this collaboration help us make better design decisions and are the keys to our success. We value being open, honest, genuine, and thoughtful with each other, our clients, community stakeholders, and consultants.

With excellent benefits, competitive salaries, a hybrid work schedule, and continuous opportunities for growth, we give you the tools to achieve your goals. We believe in a collegial, engaging, opportunistic, and fun working environment and are always interested in connecting with talented individuals who share our passion for enriching lives and strengthening communities. Sound like a fit? We want to hear from you!

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BKV Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

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