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Intermediate Designer Jobs in Colorado (NOW HIRING)

Intermediate Revit * Conceptual modeling tools such as Rhino and Grasshopper * Microsoft Office ... Designer CPHC/CPHD, or ILFI Living Future Accreditation * Preparing for ARE and active involvement ...

The Information Designer role is focused on the creation of visual representation of client data ... Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills. * Experience creating reports in SSRS. * HTML and Adobe ...

Intermediate Revit * Conceptual modeling tools such as Rhino and Grasshopper * Microsoft Office ... Designer CPHC/CPHD, or ILFI Living Future Accreditation * Preparing for ARE and active involvement ...

The Information Designer role is focused on the creation of visual representation of client data ... Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills. * Experience creating reports in SSRS. * HTML and Adobe ...

Graphic Designer

Denver, CO

$28.85 - $31.25/hr

Intermediate to advanced oral and written communication skills (spelling, grammar and punctuation ... package designed to support employees' health, well-being, and financial security. Eligible ...

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How much do intermediate designer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for intermediate designer in Colorado is $34.78, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $31.83 and $37.93 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an intermediate designer?

To thrive as an Intermediate Designer, you need solid design fundamentals, creative problem-solving abilities, and proficiency in visual communication, typically supported by a relevant degree or equivalent experience. Familiarity with industry-standard tools such as Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, or Sketch, and sometimes certifications in specific software, are important. Strong collaboration, time management, and effective communication skills help set candidates apart in this role. These skills are essential to create impactful designs, meet project deadlines, and work seamlessly within multidisciplinary teams.

What is an intermediate designer?

An Intermediate Designer is a mid-level creative professional responsible for developing design concepts, executing projects, and collaborating with senior designers and clients. They have a strong foundation in design principles, software proficiency, and industry experience, allowing them to manage tasks with greater independence. Their role may include creating visual assets, refining brand identity, and ensuring design consistency across projects. Intermediate Designers often work in fields like graphic design, interior design, or UX/UI design, depending on the industry.

What are the typical day-to-day responsibilities of an intermediate designer?

As an Intermediate Designer, your daily activities often include collaborating with senior designers and other departments, producing design concepts and final assets, participating in team meetings, and refining projects based on feedback. You may also be responsible for maintaining brand consistency, managing multiple projects simultaneously, and ensuring that your designs align with client or company goals. Regular communication with project managers and developers is common, ensuring successful project handoffs and workflow efficiency. The role provides a dynamic work environment where you can see your creative ideas come to life while building valuable professional experience.

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

At Perkins&Will, we take a human-centric approach to culture-building and placemaking: People are at the heart of everything we do. We believe in the power of design to enhance lives—to make the world a better, more beautiful place. Whether it’s through a workplace, a building, or an entire city, we aim to create joyful experiences that strengthen the spirit of community. Each of us has a critical role to play. Perkins&Will Denver is looking for a Designer II with 3-5+ years of experience to join our team!

Our Offerings 

At Perkins&Will, we are committed to supporting the well-being and growth of our team members. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Wellness programs and mental health support
  • Short- and long-term disability (STD/LTD)
  • Life insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Generous paid time off (PTO)

Our employee experience is enriched by a hybrid and flexible work environment, enabled by advanced technology and collaborative tools. Our hybrid model will empower you to balance your life and work commitments.

 We also provide:

  • A professional development stipend and dedicated time for continuing education
  • Performance-based bonuses
  • Engaging studio initiatives and events
  • Active firmwide affinity groups and leadership development opportunities

Above all, our culture is grounded in a firmwide commitment to Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI)—a core foundation of everything we do.

Common and Baseline Responsibilities

  • Uses enhanced knowledge of project complexity to proactively contribute to the overall success of the team by adhering to firm and project goals and standards of excellence in design, execution, and living design.
  • Assists in generating creative and innovative design ideas, concepts, and solutions while participating as an integral member of the design team. 
  • Generates drawings under supervision for schematic design, design development, and construction documents. 
  • Performs product research and assists team with material selections.
  • Exercises critical and creative judgement and design application skills in preparing client presentation materials.
  • Uses a creative approach to complete tasks and responsibilities on projects, within the scope of schedule and budget, in an organized, timely, and consistent way. 
  • Self-checks work for accuracy, omissions, legibility, and for document compliance in accordance with the Project Delivery Manual. 
  • Expresses curiosity about the world of design and the industry at large.
  • Takes increasing ownership of tasks within project teams and studio activities.
  • Participates in design reviews, charettes, and pin-ups.  
  • Keeps open communication within team and with designated team leader.
  • Communicates ideas and thoughts in a way that inspires others.
  • Coordinates effectively with partners and consultants. 

High-level Summary of Critical, Baseline Technical Skills and Certifications

Years of Experience: 3-5+

Licensure: not required

Proficiencies
  • BIM
  • Building codes
  • Site analysis
  • Preliminary design studies
  • Contract documents
  • Field measurements
  • Life safety requirements
  • Specifications
  • Construction contract administration
  • Sketching
Software
  • Functional knowledge of 2D/3D production software
  • Intermediate Revit 
  • Conceptual modeling tools such as Rhino and Grasshopper
  • Microsoft Office / Adobe Suite
  • Visualization tools such as Enscape and VRay
  • Physical modeling tools such as 3D Printing and Laser cutting
  • Presentation tools such as InDesign and Photoshop
  • Environmental Analysis software such Ladybug and Climate Studio
Licensure/Certifications/Education
  • LEED GA within 6 months of hire
  • Professional Accreditation in one area of Living Design that interests you: LEED AP with Specialty, BREEAM AP, WELL AP, SITES AP, Passive House Institute Certified Passive House Consultant/Designer CPHC/CPHD, or ILFI Living Future Accreditation
  • Preparing for ARE and active involvement in AXP
  • Bachelor's degree in architecture or related discipline required

HOW TO APPLY  

Qualified and interested candidates should submit a resume and work samples. Include your resume and a compact, representative sample of your work, (no larger than 4MB).  Please submit your files in pdf. 

Salary Range Information  

We foster a culture that is diverse and inclusive and strive for pay practices that are fair, and competitive and reflect our commitment to pay equity. Our compensation decisions include but are not limited to a candidate’s qualifications including skill sets, education, experience and training, licensure and certifications credentials if applicable, and business-related factors. This practice extends to all employees, including performance considerations for merit increases, job promotions, and transfer opportunities. We additionally review our pay practices, conduct pay equity audits, and ensure our managers are trained in our pay practices on an annual basis. At the time of posting this job advertisement, the annual pay salary range for this position in Denver is between $66,000 and $84,200.

 Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion   

At Perkins&Will we believe that inclusion spurs creativity and that innovation is born from an engaged culture of diverse people + ideas.By moving beyond barriers and stereotypes of gender, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, medical condition, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status; we are committed to building an organization that reflects the diversity of the communities and clients we serve. 

"Design has the power to inspire joy, uplift lives, and strengthen the spirit of community." 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement  

Perkins&Will has established and adopted an Equal Employment Opportunity Employment policy (“EEO”), which is part of the Company’s Human Resources Policy. The purpose of this EEO policy is to ensure that all employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis, and without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, gender reassignment, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable national, federal, state, or local law. In some cases, local laws and regulations may provide greater protections than those outlined here and employees will be covered by the laws of their local jurisdiction.

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision  

Perkins&Will will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

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