Interior Designer - AECOM

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There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

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AECOM is seeking an Interior Designer to work on a variety of projects that will utilize your experience in corporate, commercial, higher education and mixed-use.  This role will be based in our Washington, DC office.

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Responsible for initiating and developing design and construction document drawings through completion for assigned projects in conformance with the requirements, applicable codes, and design criteria established by the project’s discipline engineers.
• Under minimal supervision, develops complex interior design drawings.
• Exercises sound judgment in assessing problem situations or complex design issues, and uses effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions.
• Reviews vendor documents for accuracy and resolves discrepancies. Also reviews discipline supplier documents and other discipline’s supplier documents for accuracy.
• Understands the use of requisitions and the role of materials management and reviews/advises on purchase orders and subcontracts.
• Applies business development concepts and principles, financial terminology and measures, and provides support for proposals. 
• Leads or assists with the development of manpower, man-hour, and labor costs requirements for design staff and monitors data to aid in evaluating the budget.
• Utilizes knowledge of cost estimating methods and performs thorough and accurate material take-offs and forecasting.
• Navigates the project change control process, rationale and requirements, and identifies potential changes.
• Gains full understanding of the discipline’s equipment and material lists and instructs others in their use and requirements.
• Prepares designs and drawings using project specifications and discipline-associated written and verbal instructions in accordance with established design practices, standards, and procedures.
• Provides technical guidance and assistance to Designers and Technicians. 
• Reviews completed work with design and drafting personnel responsible for its completion to ensure accuracy and compliance with codes and design data.
• Advises the Interior Design Director/Leader about status of assignment(s) with respect to schedule, budgets, delays, and adverse problems.
• Assists with the planning and scheduling of design tasks associated with assigned project.
• Assists in interpreting industry codes, permits, and standards, and ensures design and drawing compliance.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Interior Design (CIDA accredited institution) or Architecture degree with a minimum of four (4) years of experience in the field of Interior Design or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Due to the nature of work, U.S. Citizenship is required for this position.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite programs.
• Extensive Revit knowledge.
• Portfolio submission required to demonstrate skill set.
• Eight (8) years + of experience preferred.
• Clearance preferred.  This role may require a clearance in the future, due to the nature of the role.
• Licenses, and/or certifications preferred: National Council of Architectural Review Boards (NCARB), and/or National Council for Interior Design Qualification (NCIDQ)
• Experience working in corporate interior design projects.
• Working knowledge of the application of color, materials, and aesthetic form.
• Familiarity with space planning methodology.
• Working knowledge of contract interiors FF&E market including manufacturers and dealers, and basic experience documenting FF&E specifications
• Basic sketching and rendering skills.
• Basic interior architecture detailing skills.
• Working knowledge of CDs and procedures, including MEP coordination.
• Commitment to support projects through peaks and valleys.
• Internship in ID or Architectural firm a plus.
• Ability to work on multiple, fast-paced projects and documents.
• Basic knowledge of building codes, standards, and building structures

• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
• Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.

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About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits program to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absence, voluntary benefits, perks, U.S. and global well-being programs, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity 

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.

Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.