Designer III, Interior Architecture & Design

As a Designer III at Ware Malcomb, you will lead the application of advanced design techniques across a range of project scales, taking ownership of key design components from concept through construction. You will exercise strong independent judgment in evaluating and applying design methods, contribute to design visioning and concept development, and lead client presentations while maintaining design intent. You will support project execution through Design Development (DD), Construction Documents (CD), and Contract Administration (CA), including submittals and furniture selection, while mentoring junior team members and coordinating project efforts under the general direction of a licensed interior designer.

• Support Interior Designer/Sr Interior Designer with all design communication and design presentations with Client and internally.
• Introduce and develop design solutions that meet the client’s needs on time and budget.
• Design and execute components of projects of moderate complexity from concept through construction under supervision of Design Director or Studio Manager.
• Perform space planning and creation of program documents.
• Create design concepts.
• Create graphic formatting and mood boards for client presentations.
• Develop finish plans, specifications, and material selections.
• Provide AutoCAD and Revit support for the preparation of Design Development and Contract Documents.
• Support consultant coordination of DD and CDs.
• Produce 3D renderings and computer illustrations.
• Meet with furniture dealers, product reps, and fabricators to meet overall project objectives.
• Take a leading role in design, documentation, and coordination from Concept through the Construction Administration phase.
• Respond to submittals during the contract administration phase under direction of the Project Manager.
• Work to master the development, continuity and detailing of design concepts.
• Develop a strong mastery of appropriate construction techniques and detailing.
• Research, identify and implement applicable building and accessibility codes.
• Strive for impactful, innovative, and functional design.

• 5+ years of experience in the field of Architecture or Interior Design.
• NCIDQ certification preferred.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture or Interior Design.
• Standard knowledge of financial terms and principles.
• Ability to understand and carry out general instructions; requires intermediate analytical and quantitative skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential.
• Excellent presentation skills; ability to effectively present information.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Ability to provide efficient, timely, reliable and courteous service to customers.
• Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret complex documents.
• Ability to work independently to solve problems involving multiple options.

• Proficiency in Revit / BIM 360.
• Proficiency in Vantagepoint.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Proficiency in Newforma.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD/Architectural Desktop.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and Sketch Up graphic software.
• Knowledge of 3D rendering software such as Enscape and Lumion.
• Advanced knowledge of building code.

This is a full-time, long-term position.