Interior Designer

**Interior Designer**

at CannonDesign Buffalo, NY CannonDesign has an exciting opportunity for a Interior Designer based in our Buffalo office. Take a look at the description below. If you think your skills and experience make you a good match for this position, wed love to hear from you. Were looking for creative, curious, empathetic people to join our Living-Centered Design movement.

ABOUT OUR FIRM

CannonDesign is an integrated design solutions firm focused on helping people continuously flourish. Whether designing for innovations in health, new scientific discoveries, equity in education or the next big idea in business, we use our Living-Centered Design approach to help organizations realize widespread change. Our ability to design transformational places, plans and strategies is why Fast Company named us a World Changing Company and one of the most innovative design firms in the world.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The successful candidate will participate in the development of interior design solutions in collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team through all project phases; programming, schematic design, design development, construction documents and construction administration.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

* Evaluate client needs, analyze and effectively document design objectives and spatial requirements including programming, space planning and facilities planning.

* Conceptual development of interior spaces addressing planning, three dimensional conceptual development, interior elevations, details, ceilings/lighting and finishes.

* Develop all aspects of furniture packages and specifications.

* Evaluate and select materials, develop finish palettes, consult with vendors, and inform project specifications.

* Manage project coordination with the ability to prioritize deadlines, manage communication and coordination with internal team members and consultants.

* Produce high quality drawings in conformance with project time, budget and quality parameters; including floor plans, reflected ceiling plans, finish plans, elevations, details, specifications, and material selections.

* Familiarity with building and life safety codes and their correct application to Interior Design work.

* Communicate conceptual design ideas through 2D and 3D presentation/design drawings.

* Attend client meetings with Senior Interior Designer(s) to gain client interaction experience and experience in client presentation skills.

ABOUT YOUR QUALIFICATIONS

* Qualified candidates must have a Bachelor in Interior Design, Interior Architecture or Bachelor in Architecture. Bachelor in Interior Design or Interior Architecture (CIDA accredited), or Bachelor of Architecture (NAAB accredited) is strongly preferred.

* Minimum of 4 years of related experience working on mid to large scale projects required. Experience with healthcare, education, and/or commercial projects preferred.

* NCIDQ certification preferred.

* Strong design and technical skills as well as the knowledge of building and life safety codes required.

* Exceptional communication skills and interest to build and maintain client relationships are essential.

* Proficiency in Revit, Enscape, Sketchup, and Adobe Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) required.

As a Federal Contractor, CannonDesign is required to comply with President Biden's Executive Order 14042. Therefore, as a condition of employment, all employees must provide proof of receipt of a full COVID-19 vaccination unless qualified for a valid medical or religious accommodation. ABOUT WORKING HERE

* We are relentless in our pursuit of client adoration (not simply satisfaction). Consistent delivery of the best service is what we are about.

* We are committed to ensuring our practice is equitable for all employees, representative of the communities around us and focused on the future of design. We advocate for equity, diversity, and inclusion efforts through the leadership of our DEI Council, Employee Resource Groups and other community advocacy initiatives.

* Were about communication and transparency here. If you want to talk to someone about an idea you have, or a challenge that needs addressing, were ready for you.

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