Interior Designer
About the Firm
My client is a full service architectural firm with more than a century of design experience and offices in Kalamazoo and Grand Rapids, Michigan. Their work is primarily focused on the Healthcare and Education market sectors, where they deliver thoughtful, functional, and enduring design solutions.
They are committed to cultivating a collaborative and supportive office environment. Their open office setting encourages communication, creative thinking, new ideas, and continuous improvement. Teamwork, professional growth, and design excellence are central to our culture. They work on a 4 day work week, and a hybrid work schedule.
This position is based in their Kalamazoo office.
Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced Interior Designer to join our Kalamazoo team. This role is responsible for all aspects of the interior design scope of architectural projects, from early planning through construction administration.
The Interior Designer will collaborate closely with architects, engineers, consultants, and clients to develop interior environments that are functional, durable, and responsive to user needs-particularly within healthcare and educational settings.
This is a salaried position offering flextime (based on a four-week cycle) and competitive compensation and benefits.
Key Responsibilities
- Participate in projects from pre-design through construction administration, including Programming, Schematic Design (SD), Design Development (DD), Construction Documents (CD), and CA
- Lead and contribute to interior programming and space planning
- Develop and coordinate material selections, finish palettes, and color schemes
- Prepare interior specifications and documentation
- Assist with furniture, furnishings, and equipment (FF&E) planning and specification
- Coordinate interior design efforts with architectural and consultant teams
- Engage with clients to understand goals, needs, and operational requirements
- Contribute to a team-oriented studio culture focused on quality, innovation, and continuous improvement
Position Traits
The ideal candidate will demonstrate:
- An eagerness to learn and collaborate within a multidisciplinary team
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent customer service skills
- A proactive attitude with strong attention to detail and organizational abilities
- The ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Interior Design
- Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in interior design
- Experience working across all phases of architectural projects
Software Proficiency
Fluency or working knowledge of the following software is beneficial:
- AutoCAD
- Revit
- SketchUp
- Bluebeam
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe InDesign
- Adobe Illustrator
If you are interested in this opportunity, apply now!
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