Interior Designer II
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Summary
Designs interior spaces for projects in Chicago, producing drawings, selecting materials, and ensuring code compliance using Revit, Enscape, and Adobe tools.
If you think your skills, experience and aspirations make you a good match for this position, we encourage you to apply.
ABOUT THE ROLE
This position will have a design or technical focus and be a member of our multi-disciplinary team, collaborating with design and technical leadership and will 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
- With limited direction, Assist Senior Interior Designer and/or Project Manager with the execution of the project goals throughout all phases (Programming, Schematic Design, Design Development, Construction Documents, and Construction Administration).
- Assist in the development of the design including planning and three-dimensional studies.
- Independently assist in the design development and documentation of interior spaces to include drawings of floor plans, reflected ceiling plans, pattern designs, elevations, details, etc.
- Provide support to the Senior Interior Designer with furniture, fixtures and equipment (FFE) selection, layout and specifications throughout all phases of interior design work, as required.
- Produce drawings in conformance with project time, cost and quality constraints.
- Identify, research and apply building and life safety codes to applicable interior design work.
- Prepare renderings and other presentation materials.
- Follow CannonDesign drawing standards.
- Participate in client meetings with Senior Interior Designer to gain client interaction and presentation experience.
- 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.
- Mentor less experienced interior design staff and provide guidance in the development of project documents.
- Actively participate and promote design quality.
- Understand proper application of materials.
- 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.
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Minimum of 4 years of related experience required.
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Current NCIDQ certification is preferred.
- Must be able to participate the development of projects' technical or design characteristics and content.
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Strong creative design portfolio is essential as are strong communication, teamwork, presentation, graphics, organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple projects.
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Proficiency with Revit, Enscape, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office, and Adobe Creative Suite required.
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Travel as required.
The salary range for this position to be filled in our Chicago, IL office is $57,905 to $72,335 annually. This is the anticipated salary range at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on candidate's geographic location, work experience, education and/or skill level. Employees may be eligible for discretionary bonuses. We offer a full benefit package including medical, dental and vision coverage as well as flexible spending account options and voluntary insurances. We have paid time off (PTO), flex-time schedules, hybrid work options, a 401k plan and employee perk programs. For a general overview of our benefits, please visit our careers page at
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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First Name, Last Name, Email, Phone, Resume/CV, Cover Letter, Location
Short answers (12)
- Preferred First Name
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- Desired Salary Range
- If yes, please provide dates of employment. optional
- What is your legal first name?
- What is your legal middle name? (if applicable) optional
- What is your legal last name?
- By typing my legal name below, I acknowledge that the information contained in this document, my resume, and any other materials submitted on my behalf are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief. I understand that any incorrect, incomplete, or false statements, or information furnished by me and/or on my behalf during the application or employment process, may subject me to disqualification from consideration or to discharge. I understand that employment at CannonDesign is at will and an employment offer from CannonDesign does not constitute an expressed or implied contract of employment. If hired, I have the right to terminate my employment for any reason at any time. I also understand that CannonDesign reserves the same right. I agree that any claims or lawsuits relating to my service with CannonDesign or any of its affiliates or subsidiaries must be filed no more than six (6) months after the date of the employment action that is the subject of the claim or lawsuit. I waive any statute of limitations to the contrary. I authorize, without reservation, any party or agency contacted at CannonDesign’s request to furnish references and verifications regarding information including but not limited to the names and dates of previous employers, reason for termination of employment, job performance, character, work experience, academic records, and professional licensure or certification. I acknowledge that my electronic signature is as valid as an original signature and that a copy of this document will be as valid as the original.
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- Do you have current or former government work experience including military service?
- Have you ever been employed by CannonDesign?
- Do you have a current employment agreement that includes a non-compete and/or non solicitation restrictions?
- Do you have a Bachelor or Master's degree in Interior Design, Interior Architecture, or a relevant field?
- Do you have a minimum of 4 years related experience?
- Do you hold an active or expired professional license?
- Are you authorized to work in the United States?
- Do you require sponsorship to work in the United States now or in the future?
- If selected for this role, do you intend to begin or continue any outside employment, self-employment, freelance work, board position, or other business affiliation while employed by CannonDesign?
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- If you have an existing non-compete and/or non-solicitation agreement, or are not sure of the implications of your agreement(s) with current or prior employers, please provide details. optional
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- Please provide the names of three recent work-related references, including their name, relationship, email address, phone number, and company. If you do not have prior work experience, you may list school or volunteer-related references.
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