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INTERIOR DESIGNER | Ankrom Moisan Architects

Love creating environments where people live, learn, and thrive — come grow with us!

ABOUT THE JOB

Are you an Interior Designer with a passion for pushing creative boundaries? At Ankrom Moisan, we are not just an award-winning Interior Design Firm; we are a vibrant people-first design firm with offices in Portland, Seattle, and San Francisco. We embrace flexibility, offering hybrid work options and engaging projects across the West Coast, including Urban Living, Student Housing, Senior Communities, Affordable Living, Healthcare, Hospitality, Workplace, and Retail.

This is a hybrid role with an expectation of being in-office a minimum of two days per week, which should be on one of the Firm’s three anchor days, which are Tuesday, Wednesday and/or Thursday. Occasional travel may be necessary.

Why You’ll Love Working with Us: Unleash your imagination and bring your bold ideas to life as you design inspirational environments. Work alongside a talented team of designers, architects, and clients, where teamwork and communication are key. Enjoy opportunities for mentorship, professional development, and learning new technologies as you advance in your career.

This position is based in our Portland, Oregon office

 Introductions first!

 You

  •        Thrive in a fast-paced environment, where big ideas and meticulous attention to detail go hand in hand.
  •        Your passion for interior design drives you to stay ahead of industry trends and best practices.
  •        Communicate design ideas clearly and confidently with teams and clients..
  •        Work well independently or within a team of varied scales.
  •        You actively engage and collaborate with and mentor your team, fostering a supportive and dynamic work environment.
  •        Deliver on promises and are known for your reliability and integrity.
  •        Believe in the power of design to create sustainable, inclusive, and dynamic environments.
  •        LOVE what you do, and it shows every day!

 Us

  •        We create award-winning Architecture and Interior Design, specializing in the markets of Urban Living, Student Housing, Senior Communities, Affordable Housing, Healthcare, Hospitality, Workplace, and Retail – beauty is in our DNA!
  •        We foster an engaging, collaborative culture filled with passionate, energetic people.
  •        We inspire and empower you to explore beyond the expected.
  •        We are committed to building an inclusive community. No big egos here!
  •        We LOVE what we do, and it shows every day!

What will you do in this role?

 You will

  • Collaborate and support Interior Design projects from early concept through construction, working closely with project teams on Housing-focused work.
  • Assist in developing and presenting creative design concepts, layouts, space plans, and FF&E selections.
  • Prepare and update interior drawings, schedules, and project manuals with a keen eye for detail and accuracy.
  • Collaborate effectively with consultants, contractors, specification writers, and regulatory agencies, applying working knowledge of industry processes and documentation standards.
  • Assist in visual aid creation for business development activities and strategies.
  • Engage in learning sessions, interdisciplinary meetings, and charrettes for continuous improvement and mentorship.

What you bring to be successful.

  • Degree from a CIDA-accredited Interior Design program (strongly recommended).
  • 2–5 years of professional experience; Housing design experience a plus.
  • Proficiency in Revit (intermediate level preferred), Bluebeam, Conceptboard, Adobe Creative Suite (especially InDesign and Photoshop), Microsoft Office, SketchUp, and Enscape.
  • Strong understanding of construction documentation, accessibility, and industry standards
  • Experience participating in client presentations and communicating design ideas visually and verbally.
  • A digital portfolio showcasing your work across conceptual design, space planning, FF&E, and construction documentation (to be requested if selected for interview).

What we offer:

  • Competitive starting salary from $54,000 – $60,300 annually
  • Beautiful work environment, fabulous team, unlimited developmental opportunities
  • Robust benefits package
  • Fully employer paid employee coverage for: Medical (HDHP Plan), Dental, Vision, Short/Long Term Disability and AD&D
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan
  • 401(k)
  • Generous Paid Time Off and 10 Flex Paid Holidays
  • Voluntary Benefits, including Pet Insurance and Life Insurance

All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or covered veteran status.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Join us at Ankrom Moisan and help us shape the future of our industry! Click here to apply.

SENIOR INTERIOR DESIGNER | Ankrom Moisan Architects

Your Next Interior Design Adventure Starts Now!

If that grabbed your attention, come grow with us!

ABOUT THE JOB

Are you a Senior Interior Designer with a passion for pushing creative boundaries? At Ankrom Moisan, we are not just an award-winning Interior Design Firm; we are a vibrant community with offices in Portland, Seattle, and San Francisco. We embrace flexibility, offering hybrid work options and engaging projects across the West Coast, including Urban Living, Student Housing, Senior Communities, Affordable Housing, Healthcare, Hospitality, Workplace, and Retail.

This is a hybrid role with an expectation of being in-office a minimum of two days per week, which should be on one of the Firm’s three anchor days, which are Tuesday, Wednesday and/or Thursday. Occasional travel will be necessary.

Introductions first!

You –

  • Thrive in a fast-paced environment, where big ideas and meticulous attention to detail go hand in hand.
  • Your passion for interior design drives you to stay ahead of industry trends and best practices.
  • Are adept at managing client relationships and communicating project details with clarity and confidence.
  • Work well independently or within a team of varied scales.
  • You actively engage, collaborate and mentor your team, fostering a supportive and dynamic work environment.
  • Deliver on promises and are known for your reliability and integrity.
  • Champion sustainable practices in every project.
  • LOVE what you do, and it shows every day!

Us –

  • We create award-winning Architecture and Interior Design specializing in the markets of Urban Living, Student Housing, Senior Communities, Healthcare, Hospitality, Workplace, and Retail – beauty is in our DNA!
  • We foster an engaging, collaborative culture filled with passionate, energetic people.
  • We inspire and empower you to explore beyond the expected.
  • We are committed to building an inclusive community. No big egos here!
  • We LOVE what we do, and it shows every day!

What will you do in this role?

You will…

  • Lead teams through all phases of the interior design process, from concept design to construction administration.
  • Champion innovative design solutions.
  • Manage client relationships and communications, ensuring timely, on-budget project delivery.
  • Actively mentor team members, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment
  • Represent Ankrom Moisan at industry events, building and strengthening client and industry connections.

    What you bring to be successful:

  • 9+ years of housing design experience and an accredited degree in Interior Design.
  • Proven leadership skills within a project team environment.
  • Advanced skills in REVIT, Enscape, and Adobe Creative Suite.
  • Clear, concise, and convincing communication and problem-solving skills
  • Deep understanding of constructability, interior design detailing, and relevant building codes.

What we offer:

  • Competitive starting base salary from
    • PDX: $75,000 – $89,000
  • Beautiful work environment, fabulous team, unlimited developmental opportunities
  • Robust benefits package
  • Fully employer paid employee coverage for: Medical, Dental, Vision, Short/Long Term Disability and AD&D
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan and 401(k)
  • 16 PTO days to start
  • 10 Flex Paid Holidays
  • Voluntary Benefits including Pet Insurance and Life Insurance

All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or covered veteran status.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Join us at Ankrom Moisan and help us shape the future of our industry!

Apply here!

Student Member Spotlight: Shan Peterson

Name: Shan Peterson
Position/Title: 5th Year Undergraduate Student at the University of Oregon
Member of IIDA Since: 2021

Why are you a member of IIDA?
I joined IIDA as a student to network with professionals and learn more about the industry. It has served as an invaluable tool in learning how to challenge myself as a designer and communicate with others in the profession as an undergraduate. IIDA has served as a source of inspiration for gaining insight from successful industry professionals. 

 What is your favorite IIDA event?
My favorite is the Student Symposium. It bridges the gap between what we learn in school and how it applies in the workplace. The information shared was beneficial in understanding how to present myself and get a job. 

 What are you currently working on?
I am currently working on my capstone project, Universal Learning. I chose to design an elementary school for students with disabilities in order to promote inclusion in a child’s early years. This project has pushed me to think about design from a variety of user perspectives, understanding that what may be a hindrance to one may be an opportunity for another. 

What is your personal mantra?
Don’t fake it until you make it. Fake it until you become it.

What gets you excited about design?
People. Design, to me, is about the people who will use the space. Understanding the community and user groups motivates me to work harder because what I do has a real impact on their lives. I’m constantly wondering how the decisions I’m making now will affect people’s lives in the future.

Sponsor Spotlight: J+J Flooring

Company Name: J&J Flooring
Your Name: LaDonna Hale
Local Rep’s Position/Years: 1 year
IIDA member since: 2022

J&J is privately held and owned by Mr. Robert E. Shaw who owned his former company, bearing his name, which became the first carpet manufacturer to break into the Fortune 500. He guided the company to further growth as CEO until his retirement in 2006. In 2008, during the teeth of the recession, Mr. Shaw had a vision for a new flooring company. Mr. Shaw’s vision was so compelling that he left retirement and invested in what he called ‘disruptive methods’ – innovative technology that changed the way carpet had ‘always been done’. Knowing that he was taking a risk, yet believing it would pay off, in 2009 he founded Engineered Floors, LLC, and acquired J+J Flooring in 2016. J&J Flooring manufacturers Modular Carpet, Broadloom Carpet and our innovative Kinetex hybrid flooring product and have a full LVT line. Our facilities encompass 11,000,000 SQ. FT.

What is your favorite IIDA event and why?
Next Breakfast. I love the panel of speakers and the thought provoking conversation.

What is your favorite product/service offered by your company and why?
Kinetex because it’s Carbon Neutral and manufactured with 27 water bottles per tile. It is also NSF/ANSI-140 Platinum certified (the industry-leading standard for sustainability) and has a Red List Free DECLARE label.

What aspect of your company are you most proud of and why?
J&J is privately held which gives us the ability to make quick pivots when needed as well as our Kinetex Flooring with it’s healthy environmental footprint.

What value do you see in being an IIDA Oregon Chapter Annual Sponsor?
The ability to help support a community that supports our products by including us in projects with innovative design.

What impact do you see the IIDA Oregon Chapter having on the A&D community in Oregon?
A positive impact of support, strong leadership and fun.

What is your personal mantra?
Live in your Joyful Ascent

On a typical Saturday where can we find you?
Somewhere outside with my dog, husband and often times hanging with our 4 Grandbabies.