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MORRIS ADJMI ARCHITECTS

Interior Designer I

MORRIS ADJMI ARCHITECTS, New York, New York, us, 10261

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Morris Adjmi Architects (MA) is a multidisciplinary design firm that reinterprets historic urban influences to create buildings that stand out by fitting in. Known for innovative materials, sustainable design, and a strong engagement with the arts, MA's work is shaped by a thoughtful understanding of architectural, cultural, environmental, and economic forces.

An Interior Designer I (IDI) at MA works under the direction of mid-to senior-level interior designers to generate architectural concepts for interiors such as FF&E planning and selections, special design concepts and requirements, floor plan analysis, condition of building site, integrated structural, mechanical, and electrical components and visual design concepts, including materials. The IDI/IAI is responsible to carry out these design assignments requiring the development of new or improved techniques or design and assist in the production of construction drawings, with moderate oversight.

Key Expectations

Uphold the MA Core Values in all aspects of work Have the ability and willingness to be flexible, working both independently and collaboratively with the project team, consultants, and contractors Be capable of learning and adapting to new software as required Be a motivated, self-starter open to opportunities to learn and ask for advice; self-evaluate one's skills, efficiency and where improvement is needed Effectively communicate with team members and organize workload; meet established deadlines Complete tasks with accuracy, precision, and attention to detail Be a clear written and verbal communicator with strong presentation skills Core Responsibilities

Project Design & Planning

Understand the MA "Project Road Map" as well as project schedule and pertinent deadlines Participate in project design and development from concept through documentation Assist team in the preparation of client design presentations (selecting conceptual images, generating 3D views, rendered elevations, material, and FF&E selections) Develop an understanding of what should be included in a client presentation based on the meeting agenda Develop FF&E package and selections Implement design direction based on leadership feedback Project Administration

Maintain project file structure Project Documentation

Support the production of Design Development and Construction Document sets Consistently review work for accuracy; update documentation from redlines Assist with schedules for interior finishes, appliances, plumbing fixtures, and door hardware Correspond with required vendors regarding specifications and pricing Quality Control

Comply with MA Presentation Standards and Project Checklists Research and reference building code and accessibility requirements Have a familiarity with BIM execution plan Archive project emails and maintains standard server file organization Self-check own work Construction Administration

Attend site meetings as observer as directed Prepare surveys of existing conditions Assist with Field Reports and Punch Lists Maintain proper RFI Logs and Submittal Logs Assist with review of RFIs and Submittals

Qualifications

Education:

Professional degree in Architecture, Interior Architecture or Interior Design

Other accreditations encouraged (NCIDQ, AIA, LEED)

Experience:

3+ years of related experience

Skills:

Proficient in 3D modeling using software such as Revit, Rhino, AutoCAD, and SketchUp; Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign); Enscape, Procore, MS Office, and Bluebeam

Firm Culture & Benefits

At MA, we cultivate a unique culture driven by our shared passion for community building, both inside and outside the office. We are dedicated to creating an enriching work environment founded on collaboration, open communication, shared values, and common goals, enhanced by engaging programs like daily lunches, firm-wide "On-the-Boards" presentations, offsite events such as the "Beautiful Spaces" series, and in-house art exhibitions.

We offer a competitive and comprehensive compensation package that reflects our commitment to personal health and wellness, pay equity, and professional development. This includes paid time off, paid health insurance, a 401(k) plan, and various additional benefits. We also provide financial incentives for licensure, professional certifications, and participation in industry organizations.

MA is an equal opportunity employer committed to achieving pay equity based on merit and in accordance with the annual benchmarks set by the AIA. We welcome all applicants regardless of gender identity, gender expression, race, color, age, religion, sexual orientation, or any legally protected status. Portfolios must be submitted for all design positions. Applications without work samples will not be reviewed. Portfolios should be one PDF attachment, 10-20 pages, maximum 5 MB. Submit portfolios as part of your application in the section where the application asks you for your