Job Title: Interior Designer II (Commercial Interiors)Job DescriptionThis mid-level Interior Designer II role focuses on the planning, design, documentation, and coordination of commercial interior architecture projects. You will translate design concepts into fully developed, technically accurate deliverables while working closely with senior designers, project managers, architects, and principals. The role offers significant exposure to all phases of a project, allowing you to take ownership of defined project components, deepen your technical skills, and progress toward senior-level design and project leadership responsibilities.
Responsibilities
- Develop space plans, test fits, programming studies, and design solutions for commercial interior projects with increasing independence.
- Translate project requirements and design direction into functional, creative, and thoughtful design solutions that align with client goals and project constraints.
- Produce and coordinate detailed drawings in Revit, including plans, reflected ceiling plans, elevations, details, schedules, and construction documents, while maintaining accurate BIM models throughout the project lifecycle.
- Prepare renderings, graphics, presentations, finish palettes, and material boards for internal reviews and client presentations.
- Research, evaluate, and specify finishes, furniture, lighting, fixtures, and building products, and lead portions of FF&E selection, documentation, and coordination.
- Participate actively in design reviews and contribute ideas and solutions that support the overall design direction, ensuring design intent is maintained from concept through construction documentation.
- Develop permit and construction document packages with limited supervision, taking ownership of assigned drawing packages, areas, or project components.
- Incorporate design revisions, redlines, and consultant information accurately into plans, elevations, details, finish schedules, specifications, and material documentation.
- Review drawings for completeness, coordination, constructability, and consistency, applying established firm standards and documentation procedures.
- Identify documentation issues early and help prevent coordination or construction problems, participating in internal quality control reviews.
- Assist with reviewing and coordinating junior staff production when assigned, ensuring accuracy and adherence to standards.
- Coordinate directly with internal project teams, architects, MEP engineers, consultants, vendors, furniture dealers, and contractors to ensure cohesive project delivery.
- Apply working knowledge of building codes, ADA/accessibility requirements, life safety standards, and commercial building systems in design and documentation.
- Review consultant drawings, identify conflicts with architectural and interior design requirements, resolve routine coordination issues, and escalate significant issues appropriately.
- Track outstanding coordination items and follow through to resolution, participating in consultant coordination meetings and communicating project information clearly.
- Understand and account for the relationships between architectural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, structural, furniture, and AV/technology systems.
- Take ownership of assigned project areas, phases, and deliverables, supporting project leadership in maintaining schedules, budgets, scope, and quality.
- Organize personal workload according to project priorities, anticipate upcoming needs, and manage multiple project assignments while maintaining quality and responsiveness.
- Monitor progress against deadlines, communicate potential schedule issues proactively, and assist in identifying scope changes or conditions that may affect schedule or budget.
- Demonstrate an understanding of how project effort, hours, fees, and profitability are related and adjust efforts accordingly.
- Participate actively in client meetings, presentations, programming sessions, and design reviews, presenting portions of design concepts, finish selections, space plans, and technical information when appropriate.
- Prepare client meeting materials and presentations, document meeting decisions, action items, and design direction, and respond promptly and professionally to client requests through the appropriate project leadership.
- Assist with construction administration activities under the direction of project leadership, including reviewing submittals, shop drawings, samples, and RFIs.
- Participate in site visits, field verification, punch lists, and construction observations, documenting field conditions accurately and communicating issues to the project team.
- Assist in resolving design and documentation questions during construction and apply lessons learned from built work to future projects.
- Provide day-to-day guidance and technical support to Interior Designer I staff when appropriate, assisting junior designers with Revit, documentation standards, detailing, materials, and project procedures.
- Review junior staff work for basic accuracy and completeness when assigned and contribute to continuous improvement of firm standards and processes.
- Collaborate constructively with design, project management, and technical team members, demonstrating accountability for both individual assignments and overall team success.
- Maintain organized project files, BIM models, specifications, and project documentation, managing finish selections, specifications, FF&E schedules, and material information for assigned projects or areas.
- Assist with permit submissions and other jurisdictional requirements, following and reinforcing company standards, quality procedures, and project workflows.
- Maintain accurate timekeeping, understand project budgets and allocated hours, and participate in internal project reviews, lessons learned sessions, and process improvement initiatives.
Essential Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Interior Design, Interior Architecture, or a related field.
- 36 years of professional experience in commercial interior design.
- Strong proficiency in Revit, including production of coordinated drawings and BIM model management.
- Experience producing commercial construction documentation with increasing independence.
- Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite for graphics, presentations, and visual communication.
- Proficiency with Bluebeam for reviewing and marking up construction documents.
- Working knowledge of commercial building codes, ADA/accessibility requirements, construction methods, and building systems.
- Experience coordinating with architects, engineers, consultants, furniture dealers, vendors, and contractors.
- Experience participating in client meetings and presentations, including presenting design concepts and technical information.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills for collaboration with internal teams and external partners.
- Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues.
- Solid time-management skills with the ability to prioritize work in a deadline-driven environment.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently while knowing when to seek senior input.
- Ability to take ownership of assignments and follow them through to completion with high attention to detail.
- Commitment to high-quality work, strong work ethic, and personal accountability.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience with AutoCAD is a plus.
- Experience with rendering and visualization software is a plus.
- NCIDQ certification or active progress toward certification is encouraged.
- Strong design sensibility combined with technical competence in interior architecture.
- Confidence communicating with internal teams, consultants, vendors, and clients.
- Willingness to support and mentor less-experienced team members and contribute to a collaborative team culture.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
- Understanding that successful design requires balancing creativity, technical execution, client expectations, schedule, and budget.
- Commitment to continued professional growth and progression toward a senior Designer role.
Work EnvironmentThis role is based in an office environment in Boston with a hybrid schedule of four days onsite and Fridays remote. The firm operates as a full-service design practice specializing in interior architecture and commercial real estate branding, offering exposure to every phase of the project regardless of level. The team is small and highly collaborative, providing frequent opportunities to work directly with principals and senior leaders. The office is located in a vibrant Seaport district near numerous bars and restaurants, and the team regularly gathers both internally and with external vendors, fostering a social and connected culture. The position is structured as a 12-month contract-to-hire opportunity that includes vacation, holiday, and sick time, allowing you to experience the role and environment with the potential for long-term fit. Work is heavily Revit- and BIM-focused, with regular use of Adobe Creative Suite, Bluebeam, and other design and documentation tools in a professional studio setting. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Boston, MA. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $38.00 - $48.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Boston, MA. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 23, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a hybrid position in Boston,MA.About Actalent
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