RIOS is an international design collective. We bring an interdisciplinary approach to design, creating projects that promote wellness and spark joy, and prioritize ecological health and environmental resilience. Our practice is a sincere expression of our belief that design is a dynamic exercise influenced by a collection of people representing diverse perspectives. With offices in six cities around the world, we take a hyperlocal approach to design that celebrates and promotes uniqueness of place and creates lasting positive impact.
RIOS projects are defined by connectedness between architecture and landscape – the built and natural environments – and through responsiveness to their context and attunement to culture. In every project, from cups to cities, we unite people through extraordinary places and experiences
RIOS has an immediate opening for Senior Project Designer/Architect that is committed to the creation, development, and mentorship of outstanding design excellence through all RIBA Stages, with particular expertise in interior architecture.
The ideal candidate must possess the following skills:
- Exhibits a unique design perspective and commitment to Design Excellence, with strong design skills, a passion for innovation, and an eye for detail
- Ability to engage in and mentor all forms of ideation
- Demonstrated success in interior architecture (commercial, hospitality, residential)
- Strong communication skills including the ability to develop and present concepts with clients, larger project teams, and consultants
- Ability to understand workflow between interdisciplinary teams
- Working knowledge of how to guide all phases of design including Concept, Schematic, Design Development, Construction Documentation, Construction Administration, Procurement, and Installation
- Strong organizational skills
- A high degree of self-motivation, flexibility, and resourcefulness
- Experience in developing FF&E packages including budget development and custom furniture design a plus
- Experience in material sourcing and specification, visual research, furniture sourcing, graphic and visual presentations, in addition to maintaining budgets and project timelines
- Experience in creating project documentation including the submission of a full drawing set, specification writing, schedules, and construction administration (submittal, RFI, ASI/IDSK review/response, and consultant coordination)
Minimum Qualifications:
- Qualified UK architect (Part 3) with 3+ years of professional interior architecture / design experience
- Master's of Architecture degree from an accredited college or university in Architecture or Interior Design
- High proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), Microsoft Office Suite and experience working in a BIM environment
- Worked on large scale high profile projects preferred
- Experience in Middle East preferred