Interior Designer III
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CannonDesign
US
Summary
The role involves leading project development through all phases, including programming, design, and construction administration, while focusing on furniture planning and spatial design. You will coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, mentor junior staff, and ensure project goals are met within budget and quality constraints.
Job Description
If you think your skills, experience and aspirations make you a good match for this position, we encourage you to apply. This position may be filled anywhere in the United States. Preference may be given to candidates that can work in one of the CannonDesign locations.
ABOUT THE ROLE
This intermediate-level position will be a member of our multi-disciplinary team and will collaborate with design and technical leadership and be an integral part of project teams. Under the direct supervision of designated project leadership the primary responsibilities will include the following:
HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Under the guidance of a Senior Interior Designer, lead the development of the project’s goals through all project phases (Programming Schematic Design, Design Development, Construction Documents, and Construction Administration).
- Evaluate client needs; analyze and effectively document design objectives and spatial requirements with a focus on furniture planning and design.
- Research, evaluate and coordinate furniture, fixtures and equipment (FFE) throughout all phases of interior design work, as required.
- Coordinate design work, standards and code compliance within the team under limited direction from Senior Interior Designer. Coordinate with other disciplines, including architecture, engineering and consultants.
- Responsible for development of the design of interior spaces with a focus on furniture design to include floor plans, pattern designs, elevations, details, room finishes etc.
- Independently evaluate and select materials; consult with vendors.
- Produce drawings in conformance with project time, budget and quality constraints.
- Assist in project planning and follow through of work plans/budgeting.
- Assist in and lead client meetings, as requested.
- Mentor and supervise less experienced interior design staff.
- Assist and/or lead “lessons learned” sessions.
- Follow and maintain CannonDesign drawing standards.
- Participate in construction administration activities, including site visits, review of submittals and shop drawings, and conducting punch list. Site visits frequently require a physical walk-through of site.
- Actively participate in and promote design leadership within the practice.
- Assist in marketing campaigns as requested.
- May perform other duties as required.
HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL NEED
- Bachelor or Master's degree in Interior Design, Interior Architecture, or relevant field required.
- Minimum of 6 years of related experience required.
- Relevant furniture planning, specification, and procurement experience strongly preferred.
- A strong furniture/interior design portfolio demonstrating planning, specification, and implementation experience is preferred.
- Current NCIDQ certification is preferred.
- Must be design focused.
- Must be an independent thinker.
- Must be analytical.
- Must possess a working knowledge and experience, while still acquiring higher level knowledge.
- Strong creative design portfolio is essential as are strong communication, teamwork, presentation, graphics, organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple projects.
- Proficiency with Revit, Enscape, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office, and Adobe Creative Suite required.
- Travel as required.
The salary range for this position is $68,265 to $85,285 annually. This salary range is the range we believe is the anticipated range of possible base compensation at the timing of the posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the anticipated salary range for the position. Employees may be eligible for discretionary bonuses. We offer a full benefit package including medical, dental and vision coverage and flexible spending account options and voluntary insurances. We have paid time off, flex-time schedules, remote work options and a 401k plan and employee perk programs. For a general overview of our benefits, please visit our careers page at https://www.cannondesign.com/careers/benefits. Actual compensation may vary from posting based on geographic location, work experience, education and/or skill level.
ABOUT OUR FIRM
CannonDesign is a design practice where strategy, experience, architecture, engineering, and social impact converge. We don’t just dream up solutions — we create and bring them to life in ways to solve some of the biggest challenges facing our clients and the society. At the heart of everything we do is Living-Centered Design, a bold commitment to using our talents to not just improve the world but to truly reshape it for the better. It’s more than a philosophy — it’s who we are, and it drives us to make a meaningful, lasting difference every day.
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 provides equal opportunities for all employees, as we strive to connect with communities around us and focus on the future of design. We support equity, diversity, and inclusion efforts that benefit all employees through the leadership of our DEI Council, our Employee Resource Groups which are open to everyone, and other community initiatives.
- We’re about communication and transparency here. If you want to talk to someone about an idea you have, or a challenge that needs addressing, we’re ready for you.
Please note that candidates can only apply to our positions on our company Careers site. It's not uncommon for scammers to create positions that look legitimate on other sites; never enter your information or apply for CannonDesign positions on any platform. Should an issue arise that you feel we should be aware of, please contact us. Please provide your resume and portfolio when applying.
As a condition of employment, all employees are expected to complete mandatory training, including compliance training, within required timeframes and adhere to our internal policies and our Code of Conduct.
CannonDesign is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CannonDesign is committed to maintaining a work environment that is free from any and all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment. It is therefore the firm’s policy to prohibit discrimination and harassment against any applicant, CannonDesign employee, vendor, contractor, or client on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. It is also CannonDesign’s policy to prohibit any and all forms of retaliation against any individual who has complained of harassing or discriminatory conduct, or participated in a firm or agency investigation into such complaints.
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As an industry leading, true consulting partner, Blue Cottage team members seek projects marked by innovation, ideas, and clients who share a commitment to achieving exceptional outcomes and transformational impact. The team’s analytical and workflow improvement tools, immersive user engagement activities, big room innovation, and Lean kaizen approaches inspire creativity and collaboration that enhance any project.
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Blue Cottage of CannonDesign marks another step in the growth and expansion of CannonDesign’s omnichannel approach to delivering solutions through cross-industry and multidisciplinary collaborations, better enabling us to help clients as they navigate through their journeys of transformation.
Founded
2010
Company size
51-200 employees
Industry
Architecture and Planning
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Ann Arbor, Michigan
In April 2019, Blue Cottage Consulting joined CannonDesign. Building on a 10-year legacy, Blue Cottage is expanding and strengthening our full continuum of services to bring expertise, innovation, and bold collaboration to focus on solving wicked problems faced by our clients and the communities we serve.
As an industry leading, true consulting partner, Blue Cottage team members seek projects marked by innovation, ideas, and clients who share a commitment to achieving exceptional outcomes and transformational impact. The team’s analytical and workflow improvement tools, immersive user engagement activities, big room innovation, and Lean kaizen approaches inspire creativity and collaboration that enhance any project.
Blue Cottage works with organizational leaders and industry partners in healthcare, education, and workplace settings to define and create their ideal future. Focused on bold and impact-oriented projects, we apply tools designed to achieve strategic and creative transformation, operations-focused space and functional programming, operational improvement using Lean workflow principles, change management, workplace strategy, equipment planning, and highly immersive transition, move, and activation planning.
Blue Cottage of CannonDesign marks another step in the growth and expansion of CannonDesign’s omnichannel approach to delivering solutions through cross-industry and multidisciplinary collaborations, better enabling us to help clients as they navigate through their journeys of transformation.
Founded
2010
Company size
51-200 employees
Industry
Architecture and Planning
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Ann Arbor, Michigan