Designer (Level 1)

MG2, an affiliate of Colliers Engineering & Design is currently looking for a Designer (Level 1) to join our team in our New York, NY office!

You will be working in our Consumer Experiences (CX) Market, where you will have the opportunity to design and deliver on various types of fast-moving Retail, Food & Beverage and Luxury projects that anticipate the needs and lifestyle shifts of evolving users.

The emphasis in this role is on gaining expertise and applying knowledge to more complicated projects and/or new responsibilities related to conceptual design, material selections, project specifications, technical documentation, and consultant coordination. Individuals must be detail oriented, highly collaborative, and have a passion for design.

• Assist with the production of design deliverables, including field surveys, concept design renderings, exhibits, preliminary plans, and project specifications. Primary focus is increasing expertise and gaining foundational skills related to design and design documentation.
• Develop working knowledge of concept design, design development, and construction documentation, including but not limited to floor plans, elevations, sections, interior design documentation, schedules, detailing, and project specifications.
• Provide administrative support for project teams, including creating meeting agendas and minutes, updating project trackers, and generating design logs.
• Collaborate on project programming and generation of original concept designs as directed by Project Manager or Senior Designer.
• Explore and research project materiality with a general understanding of durability and aesthetic qualities, as well as sustainable design considerations including embodied carbon data.
• Conduct design research from a wide variety of benchmarking sources for ideation with direction from Senior Designer.
• Produce accurate and timely work in accordance with weekly workplans and direction given. Work should demonstrate understanding of design intent and comprehension of project budget.

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture, interior design, or a related field.
• 3+ years of professional experience in a professional architecture or interior design firm.
• Previous experience working on food & beverage projects
• Certification as a licensed professional preferred, but not required.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of project design, documentation, and delivery standards, including material selections, and project specifications.
• Proficiency with Revit, Sketch-Up, and MS Office.
• Some experience with design and visualization tools including, AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, Affinity, V-Ray, and Enscape.
• Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.

Compensation: $63,000 to $75,000 per year (depending on qualifications) 

At MG2, an affiliate of Colliers Engineering & Design, we value our employees with great benefits and worthwhile programs. We are proud of the many initiatives at MG2 such as our focus on Sustainability, our passion for Equity, Diversity & Inclusion, and our fifty-year anniversary celebration. We promote MG2 culture firmwide and within each of our offices through monthly recognition, happy hours, summer events, and an end of year Holiday Party to celebrate our accomplishments. People make the place at MG2 – Join our growing firm today!

MG2 offers competitive benefits that support our employees in their life and career. This position is eligible for company benefits including but not limited to:

• Employer provided employee healthcare plan and reduced cost premium plans, life insurance, and short and long-term disability coverage.
• Paid Time Off, 7 paid Holidays, and an additional 3 Floating Holidays.
• Employer sponsored Family Planning Program and employer Paid Parental Leave.
• Learning & Career Development opportunities.
• Employee Wellness and Employee Assistance Program.
• Participation in a 401K program including eligible company match percentage, after waiting period.