Senior Interior Designer

Our Arlington, VA Interiors team at AECOM is seeking an Interior Designer to be based at our client's site in Washington, DC.The role of an Interior Designer at AECOM is diverse and encompasses combining creativity and technical knowledge with business skills and understanding to produce sustainably focused, aesthetically powerful, functional, high-performing FF& E and architectural solutions which align with and support clients' culture and values as well as business strategies and drivers. The Interior Designer will be an integral part of the project team and the studio, working under the general supervision of a Manager and in collaboration with peer designers and technical professionals.The Job Responsibilities for the Junior Interior Designer include, but are not limited to:Responsible for initiating and developing design and construction document drawings through completion for assigned projects in conformance with the requirements, applicable codes, and design criteria established by the project’s discipline engineers.Under minimal supervision, develops complex interior design drawings.Proficient in the most current version of AutoCAD.Exercises sound judgment in assessing problem situations or complex design issues and uses effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions.Utilizes a full understanding of the design process.  Reviews vendor documents for accuracy and resolves discrepancies with a full understanding of their purpose and use. Reviews discipline supplier documents and other discipline’s supplier documents for accuracy.Reviews/advises on purchase orders and subcontracts based upon understanding of requisitions and materials management.Understands and applies business development concepts and principles, financial terminology and measures, and provides support for proposals. Prepares designs and drawings using project specifications and discipline-associated written and verbal instructions in accordance with established design practices, standards, and procedures.Reviews completed work with design and drafting personnel responsible for its completion to ensure accuracy and compliance with codes and design data.Advises the Interior Design Director/Leader about status of assignment(s) with respect to schedule, budgets, delays, and adverse problems.Understands and assists with the planning and scheduling of design tasks associated with assigned project.Assists in interpreting industry codes, permits, and standards, and ensures design and drawing compliance.