Interior Designer
Arlington, Virginia
State: VA
City: Arlington
Zip Code: 22203
Overview
AvalonBay Communities, Inc., an equity REIT, has a long-term track record of developing, redeveloping, acquiring and managing distinctive apartment homes in some of the best U.S. markets, and delivering outsized, risk-adjusted returns to shareholders. With equal parts experience and vision, we’ve established a leadership position rooted in our purpose of creating a better way to live and that is always focused on building value for the long term.
Creating a better way to live is the purpose that binds AvalonBay associates. We take that purpose seriously and expect you will as well. By focusing on collaboration, innovation, and taking ownership of our choices and actions, we act in ways that focus on creating value for our customers, investors and associates. Your positive, professional, and consistent personal interactions make AvalonBay a great place to work.
The Role
We’re looking for an Interior Designer to join our in-house design team, playing a key role in shaping the resident experience across our multifamily portfolio. In this position, you will collaborate closely with the design team to manage projects from concept through completion, supporting both renovation and new construction projects.
This is a unique opportunity to enjoy the creativity and collaboration of a design studio while working within the stability and resources of a multi-family development organization. Our design team serves as an internal partner, creating thoughtful, market-driven spaces that enhance the way people live.
If you thrive in a collaborative environment, balance creative vision with technical execution, and are passionate about delivering exceptional design solutions for multi-family communities, you'll enjoy the opportunity to see your ideas come to life and make a visible impact.
What you’ll do:
Design renovation projects from schematic through construction
Design direction, finish selection, documentation
Manage schedule, budget, and overall execution
FF&E selection, specification, and procurement in partnership with procurement agents
Work across regional teams, corporate partners, and external consultants
Support new development projects with design managers
Assist with design process, documentation, FFE, and construction administration
Review submittals and RFIs during construction and coordinate with field teams to keep things on track
What you need:
Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design or Architecture
~4-8 years of experience in interior design, architecture, or similar
Strong working knowledge of construction documentation and construction administration
Experience with FF&E selection, specs, and procurement
Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, Adobe Creative Suite, Enscape, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office
What matters for success:
Strong design vision/maintain knowledge of current design trends — can bring ideas, not just execute
Comfortable managing multiple projects - organized, practical, and able to push projects forward
Can operate independently but also works well with teams across the business
Clear communicator — both internal and external partners
Nice to have
LEED accreditation
NCIDQ certification
Other
Some travel required within the U.S.
How AvalonBay Supports You
We know that our teams are the beating heart of our success and we’re committed to showing our appreciation.
We offer:
Comprehensive benefits — health, dental and vision, 401(k) with company match, paid vacation and holidays, tuition reimbursement, an employee stock purchase plan and more. Click on Benefits (https://jobs.avalonbay.com/benefits) for information.
Growth based on achievement and promotion from within.
Associate recognition (a company-wide recognition program that celebrates associate efforts and successes in contributing to the overall success of the organization – including destination awards, ‘AvalonBay’s Very Best’ recognition program and others!).
A 20% discount on our incredible apartment homes.
A culture built on purpose and our core values - A Commitment to Integrity, A Spirit of Caring, and A Focus on Continuous Improvement.
Additional Info
AvalonBay is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an inclusive and diverse work environment free of discrimination and harassment. We believe that in order to achieve our purpose of creating a better way to live, we must recruit, develop and retain associates with a wide range of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives and create an environment that encourages all voices to be heard, understood and appreciated. With this we know we can do great things.
AvalonBay makes employment decisions without regard to a person’s race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation or related medical conditions), age, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including characteristics or testing), citizenship status, military or veteran status, or any other status protected by the law.
For California residents, if you elect to apply to AvalonBay you accept the AvalonBay California Personnel Privacy Notice (https://www.avaloncommunities.com/california-personnel-privacy-notice/)
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