Interior Designer II

Interior Designer II

Full‑time position within Kaplan Thompson Architects, a Portland, Maine firm dedicated to sustainable design and technical excellence. Candidates will collaborate with architects and designers on a range of residential and institutional projects, contributing to both pre‑design and project closeout.

Kaplan Thompson Architects is a mission‑based, award‑winning architecture firm recognized by the Architect 50 for sustainability leadership. The team focuses on single‑family homes, multi‑family residential, educational, and non‑profit design projects.

Portland, ME – candidates must be able to work in the office for the first six months; a flexible hybrid schedule follows.

• Project Managers
• Associate Interior Designer
• Principals

• Generate architectural concepts and coordination drawings for interior projects, from concept to final details.
• Plan and design interior aspects of large or multiple projects, developing creative approaches and approaches to sustainable solutions.
• Provide subject‑matter expertise on specifications, materials, and construction methods.
• Develop and refine new or improved design techniques for complex assignments.
• Coordinate with senior designers and principals for technical solutions and strategy.
• Manage small, simple projects, ensuring adherence to budget and schedule.
• Present directly to clients on technical and design solutions.
• Assist in managing project communication and documentation.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams on residential, commercial, and sustainability‑focused projects.
• Champion internal initiatives, share knowledge, and mentor junior staff.
• Monitor industry developments and incorporate sustainability throughout work.
• Engage in ongoing professional development, including certifications and conferences.

• Required: BArch or BS in Interior Architecture, 5+ years of experience, physical presence in office, ability to lift light packages.
• Preferred: NCIDQ certification (or on track), knowledge of healthy design products, vendor relationships, experience with Green Guard, CARB‑compliant, DECLARE products, and Red2
  
  Green materials database.

• Required: 3D drafting with BIM (ArchiCAD, Revit, or equivalent).
• Preferred: Photo/video production, Mac proficiency, Microsoft Office, Gsuite, Adobe Creative Suite, Keynote or PowerPoint.

• Competitive salary based on AIA rates: $64,281–$81,485 for uncertified professionals; $70,066–$88,819 for NCIDQ‑certified professionals.
• Annual paid vacation (3 weeks) and paid holidays (10 days, including floating holidays).
• Full medical coverage, 100% disability coverage.
• 401(k) plan with company match up to 4% of salary.
• Commuting stipend: $60/month.
• Annual professional development stipend: up to $600 and two days.
• Bonuses tied to hours worked and office success.
• One paid Community Day and up to 24 matched hours for community service or industry engagement.

• Work independently while meeting timely goals; adapt to changing schedules.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners; actively participate in firm health.
• Maintain rigorous quality in design and communication.
• Comfort with flexible in‑office and remote work arrangements.

Kaplan Thompson Architects is an equal‑opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability. The firm is proud to have received the JUST label for a socially just and equitable organization.

• Send resume, brief cover letter, and work samples to