Location: Boston, Massachusetts, United States or Columbus Ohio,,
Bergmeyer designs experiences for several of the world’s most ambitious brands, and we’re looking for a Senior Designer in our Boston or Columbus office to join us in shaping the future of retail. This talented and resourceful designer will bring a positive, collaborative work style to lead design on projects for our clients. You’ll take ownership of complex projects from concept through construction, mentor team members, and deliver exceptional work across a broad range of consumer environments. The ideal candidate is entrepreneurial, detail-driven, and energized by fast-paced, high-profile work.
We define ourselves as a collaborative because this is the trait that lies at the heart of how we work… Collaboratively.
We are thinkers and doers.
We are visionary and grounded.
We are design-focused and results-oriented.
We don’t believe design happens in a vacuum, nor do we believe in big reveals.
We believe the best solutions are co-authored, and that design is an iterative process.
We like dialogue and debate, and we believe everyone has a voice because there are never any bad ideas.
We put the customers at the heart of everything we create, which means:
n every design is created from a place of relentless curiosity
n we dive deep to inhabit the personas of our end users
n we pressure test our concepts against one metric above all others: have we exceeded expectations of those who experience the spaces we create?
We’re also champions for diversity as a design collaborative and Certified B Corporation, drawing from all experience levels and cultural backgrounds within our team of “Bergies” – intentionally staffing project teams inclusively to represent the diverse perspectives of the world around us.
We tend to do our best work with those that feel the same way… Are you that somebody?
n Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design, Interior Architecture, or Architecture
n NCIDQ Certification or Architecture License is a plus
n 8-10 years of recent experience in retail-based projects
n Proficiency with Revit and Adobe Creative Suite
n Experience with Enscape or similar visualization tools and Miro a plus
n Ability to develop and communicate compelling design ideas quickly and effectively, translating creative thinking into thoughtful, buildable solutions in collaboration with project teams, clients, and consultants
n Lead the full design process from conceptual design through Construction Administration as the senior design resource on a project team
n Mentor and guide design team members, providing thoughtful feedback and creative partnership while supporting the development of their technical and design skills
n Initiate innovative design concepts and maintain design intent across multiple projects simultaneously
n Listen actively, ask thoughtful questions, and bring curiosity and sound judgment to design conversations.
n Strong organizational skills and the ability to communicate effectively and work closely with clients while building trust
n Comfortable navigating brand standards and working directly with brand-focused clients
n Experience with fast-paced projects and the ability to meet deadlines with high quality, thoughtful solutions
n Knowledge of retail design trends, including digital technology integration, emerging markets and retail formats, and experiential design
**The base salary will be estimated to be between $95,000 and $120,000 contingent on relevant experience, plus a variable bonus and benefits.
Employees are expected to work out of our office 3+ days a week, consistent with Bergmeyer’s Flexible Work Policy.
Travel is required.
No agencies and no phone calls, please. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Since our founding in 1975, Bergmeyer has consistently pushed the boundaries of traditional design thinking, evolving from an architecture and interiors firm to become an omni-disciplinary design collaborative made up of architects, interior designers, graphic designers, and brand strategists that create transformative experiences across market boundaries. Inspired through partnership, thoughtfully creative; driven by curiosity and boldness to fulfill the potential of each relationship; Bergmeyer is implicitly trusting of its people and process, celebrating a culture of inclusion and connection to a shared purpose.
Bergmeyer’s approach to design is empowering and ego-free, forming proactive partnerships with our clients and project teams to create a shared sense of ownership throughout the entire creative process. Unlike traditional multidisciplinary practices that pass work between silos, Bergmeyer integrates teams' thinking around everything from sustainability to architecture to branding to interior design as one seamless co-creation process. This process brings external subject matter experts, stakeholders, client teams, and the communities they serve directly into the design process as integral members of the collaborative team.
Bergmeyer designs for our clients’ clients, the people whose lives and experiences are enhanced by our work. Challenging our teams to focus first on understanding the end user - the customers, students, employees, visitors, and residents - while delivering on our clients’ vision and return on investment. Bergmeyer has offices in Boston, Los Angeles, and Columbus.
Celebrating Bergmeyer's 50th anniversary in 2025, this milestone achievement is further enriched by our recent certification as a B Corporation, joining a global movement of companies using business as a force for good.
