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Location: San Francisco, CA
Experience: 6+ Years

We are seeking a talented Project Designer with 6+ years of relevant experience in workplace interiors to join a dynamic design team in San Francisco. The ideal candidate is a creative, detail-oriented professional who can develop compelling design concepts, contribute throughout all project phases, and collaborate effectively with clients, consultants, vendors, contractors, and internal project teams.

This role requires strong design leadership, technical expertise in Revit, proficiency with Enscape, and a solid understanding of construction documentation, codes, constructability, budgeting, and project coordination.

• Develop, lead, and present design concepts directly to client stakeholder groups.

• Support programming, visioning, space planning, and design development efforts.

• Apply critical thinking to anticipate design and project challenges.

• Incorporate sustainability, wellness, and equity principles into design solutions.

• Coordinate with internal teams throughout all phases of design.

• Collaborate with vendors, furniture dealers, and manufacturers to develop FF&E selections within project budgets and schedules.

• Stay current with emerging products, design innovations, technologies, and industry trends.

• Contribute to projects across all design phases, including workplace interiors and building renovations.

• Coordinate with designers, consultants, vendors, and project stakeholders.

• Develop strategies and workplans for design deliverables, including renderings, finish plans, elevations, and material selections.

• Ensure design solutions meet project goals, quality standards, applicable codes, and constructability requirements.

• Support quality assurance and technical review processes.

• Assist with document production and team design reviews.

• Work closely with architects, consultants, general contractors, and project managers to integrate project requirements.

• Communicate effectively with clients and incorporate feedback into design solutions.

• Participate in job site meetings and support Construction Administration activities.

• Review and process RFIs and submittals.

• Mentor junior design staff and share knowledge with project teams.

• Collaborate with teams across multiple office locations as needed.

• Utilize Revit to develop models and construction documentation efficiently.

• Apply strong knowledge of construction methods, detailing, and documentation standards.

• Perform drawing markups and manage drawing sets accurately.

• Support or assume responsibilities typically handled by a Job Captain when required.

• Ensure documentation is accurate, coordinated, code-compliant, and constructible.

• Identify and resolve design and technical challenges proactively.

• Develop creative and practical design solutions while maintaining high-quality standards.

• Coordinate with general contractors, project managers, and consultants to meet project budgets and schedules.

• Develop pricing alternatives and value-engineering options when needed.

• Advanced proficiency with Revit.

• Proficiency with Enscape for 3D visualization and design communication.

• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite and Google Workspace.

• Ability to develop schematic design and design development presentations.

• Familiarity with AI tools used in architectural design and documentation is a plus.

• 6+ years of relevant professional experience, preferably in workplace interiors.

• Strong design development and project coordination experience.

• Advanced Revit skills in modeling and construction documentation.

• Experience using Enscape for 3D visualization.

• Strong understanding of building codes, constructability, budgeting, and drawing set management.

• Excellent attention to detail and ability to identify potential project issues.

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and time-management skills.

• Ability to take initiative and manage responsibilities through completion.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Excellent client-service and relationship-management skills.

• Ability to collaborate effectively with architects, designers, consultants, contractors, and clients.

• Strong professional judgment and emotional intelligence.

• Positive, adaptable, and team-oriented approach.

• Architectural or design certification/licensure is preferred but not required.

The distinction between Project Designer Level I and Level II will be based on experience, capabilities, and project size and complexity.

Level II candidates typically have 8+ years of relevant experience and may serve as Design Lead on multiple small- to medium-sized projects, guiding design phases and leading multiple design teams.

• Salary: $75,000-$95,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.

• Flexible work schedule.

• Annual PTO allowance.

• 10 paid holidays.

• Potential year-end performance-based bonus.

• Employer retirement contribution/matching program.

• Fully covered health, vision, and dental insurance.

• Pre-tax benefits for transportation, parking, and other eligible expenses.

• Annual professional education allowance.

• One paid professional association membership/accreditation.

• Reimbursement for successfully completed accreditation examinations.

• Charitable donation matching up to $500 annually.

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