Interior Design Coordinator: Education Studio

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Locations

Irvine, CA, USA

Experience Level

Entry

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Desired Skills

Adobe Creative Suite

Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or Interior Architecture required
5+ years of experience in all phases of interior architecture projects
Actively pursuing NCIDQ (or already certified) and LEED accreditation
Proficiency in Revit. Good knowledge of Rhino and Adobe Creative Suite preferred
Knowledge of building codes, related regulations, construction materials and specifications preferred
Demonstrate independence, innovation, and vision with program, project design and implementation
Commitment to pursue high quality construction documents

Responsibilities

Participate in the integrated design process with other disciplines at LPA
You will be living and breathing the project from inception to completion and be able to turn your hand to all aspects of the project
The Design Coordinator will partner with Project Managers and Project Designers in the execution of specific assignments including overseeing documentation of interior spaces for education buildings
Prepare documentation and oversee documentation for design development and construction documents
Oversee the production work of junior designers
Review and process construction administration documents
Organize research for product and construction methods related to projects
Mentor-ship from project leaders and managing directors, provide mentorship to junior designers
Provide mentorship from Managing Directors and Design Directors as well as other in-house disciplines on all projects
Provide career growth opportunities including licensure materials and financial incentives, professional development grants and our professional development process
In-house management and leadership training opportunities
Education opportunities including LPA+U and LPA Tech Talks

Desired Qualifications

The salary range for this position is $69,000 - $100,000 and is eligible for annual

LPA is seeking a passionate Interior Design Coordinator to join our integrated team of architects, engineers, interior designers, landscape architects and master planners. Our Education studio is committed to creating engaging environments that put 21st century skills at the center of learning. We have completed projects such as Environmental Nature Center Preschool, Tarbut V’Torah and Eastvale STEM Academy. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with our in-house multidisciplinary teams including engineering, landscape and interiors. We work primarily on education projects Southern California.

We walk the talk in changing lives by design. Our sustainability commitment is real, we are the only large firm in the nation to comply with the 2030 Challenge for the past two years running. Our award-winning projects aim to have a positive and enduring environmental, economic and social impact.

You will be working with directors and principals in the studio and across the firm. We are looking to you to help us continue to develop our talented designers and engineers.

We’re committed to diversity, wellness and work-life balance and it is neatly summarized in our Just label. We offer competitive salaries and generous benefits, including health and dental insurance, retirement and financial, wellness and other work/life plans.

What you will do:

Participate in the integrated design process with other disciplines at LPA
You will be living and breathing the project from inception to completion and be able to turn your hand to all aspects of the project
The Design Coordinator will partner with Project Managers and Project Designers in the execution of specific assignments including overseeing documentation of interior spaces for education buildings
Prepare documentation and oversee documentation for design development and construction documents
Oversee the production work of junior designers
Review and process construction administration documents
Organize research for product and construction methods related to projects
Mentor-ship from project leaders and managing directors, provide mentorship to junior designers

What we will do:

Provide mentorship from Managing Directors and Design Directors as well as other in-house disciplines on all projects
Provide career growth opportunities including licensure materials and financial incentives, professional development grants and our professional development process
In-house management and leadership training opportunities
Education opportunities including LPA+U and LPA Tech Talks

Interior Design Coordinator Requirements:

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or Interior Architecture required
5+ years of experience in all phases of interior architecture projects
Actively pursuing NCIDQ (or already certified) and LEED accreditation
Proficiency in Revit. Good knowledge of Rhino and Adobe Creative Suite preferred
Knowledge of building codes, related regulations, construction materials and specifications preferred
Demonstrate independence, innovation, and vision with program, project design and implementation
Commitment to pursue high quality construction documents

LPA is an integrated design firm with offices in California and Texas. We specialize in creating innovative, sustainable environments that work better, do more with less and improve people’s lives. We provide a vibrant and rewarding work environment—one that values and fosters creativity, collaboration, critical thinking, community engagement and ongoing career development and growth. LPA is also committed to diversity, wellness and work-life balance. LPA offers competitive salaries and generous benefits, including health and dental insurance, retirement and financial, wellness and other work/life plans.

The salary range for this position is $69,000 - $100,000 and is eligible for annual bonus. If you are hired at LPA, your base salary is based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, experience and/or project complexity. We believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as part of any final offer.

NOTICE TO RECRUITMENT AGENCIES AND RECRUITERS:

Please note that LPA does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed contract, LPA will not agree to pay any recruiter fee. In the situation an agency or recruiter submits a candidate or resume without a previously signed agreement and/or without LPA’s request, LPA explicitly reserves the right to hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of LPA.

201-500 employees

Website

Sustainable design architecture firm

Company Overview

LPA's mission is to deliver timeless, sustainable designs that benefit the environment, generate lasting value, enrich the human experience and ensure a better future.

Benefits

Health and dental insurance
Retirement and financial plans
Wellness and other work/life programs.

Company Core Values

Focus on the Future. We believe we have a responsibility to leave the world better than we found it. All of our projects are designed to have a positive and enduring environmental, economic and social impact.
Collaborate for Greatness. We believe that the best ideas and outcomes come from working together as a truly integrated team. That’s why we emphasize collaboration and coordination in all that we do.
Always Be Innovating. LPA is committed to pushing boundaries, embracing new ideas and challenging the status quo. We’re always looking for new ways to innovate and problem solve.
Do More with Less. Sustainability isn’t just about the environment—it’s also about efficiency. Our goal is to produce high-performance projects that deliver greater value at lower cost and with less resources.
Be a Better Partner. We aren’t just passionate about design. We’re passionate about our clients. We go above and beyond to listen, resolve challenges and deliver on our promises.