Interior Designer

Why join us?  

It’s an exciting time at AtkinsRéalis! We are rapidly growing in the US. Our company purpose is to build a better world for our planet and its people. We recognize the importance of making sure that our clients and employees, feel this purpose every day. AtkinsRéalis is proud of our company culture that promotes, diversity, equity and inclusion. Our company ethos include collaboration through the connection of people, data and technology. We are a global firm, who leverages having employees located throughout the world, creating valuable partnerships and doing our part to make this planet and its people, thrive.  We need energetic, passionate and eager professionals like you to join our team. There has never been a better time to be a part of AtkinsRéalis!  We are seeking an Interior Designer to join our growing teams in Denver,CO. Your role will be under supervision of senior architect and will involve applying technical professional proficiency to the solution of architectural interior design problems to create dynamic interior spaces for large and medium size projects. Your primary goal will be to create design that aligns with the client’s brief and prepare design documents, research finishing materials and the coordination of related project activities. The position also supports Business Development and presentation efforts in pursuit of new projects.

About Us  

AtkinsRéalis is one of the world’s most respected design, engineering and project management consultancies. AtkinsRéalis has been providing infrastructure planning, engineering, construction, environmental consulting, urban planning, architecture, and program management services to public and private clients across the United States for more than 50 years. AtkinsRéalis has the depth and breadth of expertise to respond to the most technically challenging and time-critical infrastructure projects and the urgent transition to a low-carbon economy. 

How will you contribute to the team?  

• Ability to develop scope of project, in collaboration with senior Project Interior Architect for interpreting, organizing, executing, and coordinating project assignments.

• Ability to seek guidance from senior staff to develop design concepts make timely design and technical decisions in a collaborative manner while seeking advice of peers and superiors.

• Ability to present oneself professionally to clients as well as maintain a ‘seller-doer’ approach. Ability to interface with clients.

• Ability to perform programming, space planning and other conceptual design activities.

• Possess advanced knowledge of furniture systems and procurement, knowledgebase of emerging interiors products.

• Ability to select materials, finishes, fittings, fixtures and interior lighting.

• Ability to prepare design development and concept sketches for issues.

• Develop designs and sketches into construction documents as well as direct a project team to do the same.

• Ability to create basic and informative 3D building information in Revit or other CAD/BIM formats.

• Ability to prepare a complete set of construction documents in BIM.

• Ability to lead and mentor junior designers to produce a complete set of construction documents.

• Ability to redline documents for production using BlueBeam or other similar software. Ability to coordinate with sub-consultants and other disciplines and mentor junior staff to do the same.

• Ability to create presentation material, Exhibits in BlueBeam or PowerPoint for client and team review.

• Ability to direct and/or perform site and field work including site observations & investigations, existing facility inventory and generate field measured documentation.

• Provide Sr. Architects / Project Managers with status reports on progress on architectural interior documents.

• Ability to complete assignments efficiently, accurately, and in a timely manner and self-perform quality control on work prior to publication.

• Communicate regularly with the team and stay within the hours budgeted for tasks assigned.

• Ability to maintain and coordinate project BIM model and possess a strong knowledge in construction document standards and conventions.

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• Ability to consult manufacturers, evaluate, obtain accurate cost information and select materials and finishes, and inspect architectural features in the field.

• Understanding of building materials and construction methods.

• Strong time management and organizational skills.

• Ability to work on several projects or issues simultaneously.

• Ability to analyze information and propose effective solutions.

• Ability to create basic and informative 3D building information in BIM or another format.

• Possess an entrepreneurial spirit, outgoing personality and a desire for career advancement.

• Performs such other duties as the Supervisor determine necessary to support the Architecture Practice.

What will you contribute?  

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture and/or Interior Design or an equivalent combination of relevant education and work experience required.

• Minimum 7-10 years of relevant work experience to include all phases of interior design, technical detailing, and assisting with the coordination of consultants.

• The position requires expertise of BIM/Revit and AutoCAD.

• Candidate must be in process of obtaining NCIDQ Certification and be licensed in at least one state.

• Working knowledge of national building Codes, Life safety codes, ADA compliance

• LEED AP is a plus.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, ability to present design ideas and collaborate with design teams and consultants.

• Ability to initiate effort and follow through on work tasks independently.

• Ability to work independently or in a team environment as needed.

• Excellent organizational skills and ability to adapt to fast paced environment.

• Design and implementation experience in large variety of project types both in size and complexity a plus.

We offer at AtkinsRéalis:  

AtkinsRéalis realizes that health, mental and financial wellbeing, are all equally needed to achieve balance in life. We are pleased to offer a robust rewards package that help our employees have peace of mind in and outside of work.  Our benefit offerings address all of the areas that are part of living a healthy life.   

We recognize that what is important to people, continues to change. Some of our other benefits to ensure our employees feel supported, include continuing to offer health and dental coverage for domestic partners and a full list below. Our culture is one of providing support and training for our employees to thrive. We offer learning and development programs, training, career pathing opportunities, and a tuition reimbursement plan. At AtkinsRéalis, you will enjoy a robust rewards package which includes: 

• Competitive salary 

• Flexible work schedules  

• Group Insurance 

• Paid Family Leave  

• Two Floating Holidays 

• Paid Parental Leave (including maternity and paternity) 

• Pet Insurance  

• Retirement Savings Plan with employer match 

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 

• Learning and development programs, training, career opportunities and a highly regarded tuition reimbursement program 

• An inclusive culture of Employee Resources Groups centered around women, African-Americans, Hispanics, LGBTQ+, Neurodiversity and Emerging Professionals. 

• A Foundation that is employee-funded with a 2-to-

• 1 match from the company providing STEAM education for minorities from K-12 to college 

If this sounds like you and you would like to expand your career with us, apply today!  

AtkinsRéalis is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace.  EOE/Minorities/Females/Veteran/Disability. 

Please review AtkinsRéalis Equal Opportunity Statement here: 

https://careers.atkinsrealis.com/equal-opportunities-statement 

AtkinsRéalis cares about your privacy and are committed to protecting your privacy.  Please consult our Privacy Notice on our Careers site to know more about how we collect, use and transfer your Personal Data. 

By submitting your personal information to AtkinsRéalis, you confirm that you have read and accept our Privacy Notice. Expected compensation range for Denver, CO and Washington, DC is between $69,000 - $1,000 annually depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.

Upon acceptance of an offer, all candidates must go through a drug screen test and background check. AtkinsRéalis is a federal contractor which mandates a satisfactory background screening report and drug test that supersedes state laws. 

Note to staffing and direct hire agencies: 

In the event a recruiter or agency who is not on our preferred supplier list submits a resume/candidate to anyone in the company, AtkinsRéalis family of companies, we explicitly reserve the right to recruit and hire the candidate(s) at our discretion and without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency.  https://careers.atkinsrealis.com/recruitment-agencies