Interior Designer

Overview

Avalon Bay Communities, Inc., an equity REIT, has a long-term track record of developing, redeveloping, acquiring and managing distinctive apartment homes in some of the best U.S. markets, and delivering outsized, risk‑adjusted returns to shareholders. With equal parts experience and vision, Avalon Bay has established a leadership position rooted in its purpose of creating a better way to live and is always focused on building value for the long term.

We’re looking for an Interior Designer to join our in‑house design team, playing a key role in shaping the resident experience across our multifamily portfolio. In this role you’ll collaborate closely with the team to manage projects from concept through completion, supporting both renovation and new construction work. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a creative, collaborative design studio backed by the stability and resources of a multifamily development organization.

• Design renovation projects from schematic through construction
• Lead design direction, finish selection, and documentation
• Manage project schedules, budgets, and overall execution
• Drive FF&E selection, specification, and procurement in partnership with procurement teams
• Collaborate with regional teams, corporate partners, and external consultants
• Support new development projects alongside design managers
• Assist with design process, documentation, FF&E, and construction administration
• Review submittals and RFIs and coordinate with field teams during construction

• Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design or Architecture
• ~4–8 years of relevant experience
• Strong working knowledge of construction documentation and administration
• Experience with FF&E selection, specifications, and procurement
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, Adobe Creative Suite, Enscape, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office

• Strong design perspective with awareness of current trends – brings ideas, not just execution
• Ability to manage multiple projects with strong organization and follow‑through
• Comfortable operating independently while collaborating across teams
• Clear, effective communication with internal and external partners

• LEED accreditation
• NCIDQ certification

• Some travel required within the U.S.

• Health, dental and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee stock purchase plan

Avalon Bay is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an inclusive and diverse work environment free of discrimination and harassment. We believe that to achieve our purpose we must recruit, develop and retain associates with a wide range of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives and create an environment that encourages all voices to be heard, understood and appreciated.

Avalon Bay makes employment decisions without regard to a person’s race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation or related medical conditions), age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, citizenship status, military or veteran status, or any other status protected by the law.

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