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INTERIOR DESIGNER - Lexington, KY
Omni Architects is currently seeking Interior Design candidates to join our team.
Omni was founded in 1975 to reflect the founding partners’ vision of an inclusive culture: where all stakeholders are involved in the design process, where all staff members shape the firm culture, and where all who experience our buildings benefit from their design. Since then, our reputation for innovative designs, proficient technical execution, and remarkable client service has become well-known throughout the Commonwealth. Our practice has grown through our relationships with repeat clients who know they can trust Omni’s consistent performance on every project.
Omni’s continuous success and high percentage of repeat clientele can be attributed largely to the people we hire. Our team includes a diverse range of generations, skills, strengths, and interests, but there is one common goal: creating thoughtful architecture.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all Omnies are expected to comply with the current Code of Ethics published by the American Institute of Architects.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Interior Design
  • 5-10 years of experience in a commercial architecture or interior design firm
  • NCIDQ Certificate
Required Skills
  • Strong Revit production skills preferred
  • Experience with Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Cloud software
  • Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously
  • Rendering expertise preferred
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Responsibilities
This position will play an essential role on most of our projects and will work with project team members to develop interior design solutions for projects of varying scope and size within each of the markets Omni Architects' serves. Additional responsibilities may include:
  • Develop interior design solutions in alignment with Omni's architectural design language.
  • Work closely with Project Managers to understand and maintain project work plans, schedules, and budgets.
  • Participation in weekly workload meetings to communicate current activities, workload, and project status.
  • Participation in project design meetings to effectively and compellingly communicate interior design concepts to the client, integrating feedback until a final interior design solution is defined.
  • Preparation of construction documents, including specifications for interior design components.
  • Maintain Omni's library of materials and products.
  • Research interior design trends relevant to each market served by Omni Architects.
  • Ensure all work is completed before the deadline, allowing ample time for regular internal design reviews and a quality control check prior to submittal.
  • Provide support to the other design team members as needed.
  • Participation in marketing activities, as appropriate, including client meetings, proposal development, and interviews for potential projects, developing conceptual drawings on an as-needed basis.
  • Participation in professional organizations, maintaining active memberships, and attending conferences and other educational opportunities as appropriate.
Advancement Opportunities
Omni is committed to the belief that a fulfilling and satisfying career path leads to better design work and a stronger team. As a result, our approach to career advancement allows each individual to determine their own path and the timeline for achieving their personal goals. We have clearly defined expectations for each step of the pathway to firm leadership, with regular review sessions to validate progress. Each Omni is in control of their future and may apply for a promotion once a year.
Benefits
Omni Architects offers a comprehensive benefits package focused on a meaningful work-life balance while working with an amazing team in an exciting, supportive, and encouraging environment. We also offer flexible work hours to accommodate each person’s schedule, childcare responsibilities, etc. Salary and other compensation are based on qualifications and previous experience, with a signing bonus for qualified candidates. All Omnies participate in our end-of-the-year bonus program.
Paid time off includes:
  • Eight paid federal holidays, including a full day for Christmas Eve.
  • Two weeks of paid vacation per year, with the ability to increase this over time.
  • Five additional vacation days that may be added to holiday weekends during the year.
  • Two weeks of sick time per year that may be used for personal illness, caring for a sick child, parent, or other family member.
  • Paid time off for professional development activities.
  • Paid time off to vote in all elections.
  • Paid time off to participate in community involvement events.
Other benefits include:
  • Paid dues for licensure and AIA membership, including Assoc. AIA for non-licensed personnel.
  • A SIMPLE IRA retirement plan using your choice of brokerages.
  • FREE health insurance with multiple plan options, with an option for a pre-tax health savings account.
  • FREE dental insurance.
  • FREE vision insurance.
  • FREE long-term disability insurance.
  • FREE $25,000 life insurance.
  • FREE assigned parking spot in our private lot.

Submit your resume.