Full Time
New York
Posted 2 years ago

Project Interior Designer – Education

Responsibilities:

Develops and manages initial design concepts and branding strategies in conjunction with owner requirements and project market position
Continues to develop interiors concepts based on client vision, desire and architectural concept
Utilizes creative thinking to achieve innovative solutions
Prepares detailed implementation documents, designs, plans, models and schemes
Assists in supervising the preparation of design details and implementation documents by project team
Collaborates on all phases of the design process for respective project(s) including programming client needs, conceptual and schematic design, design development and construction document preparation
Leads the management and/or documentation effort for respective interiors project(s) of varying sizes with minimal guidance
Shares accountability for managing project program documents, schedules and finances to keep the project on schedule
Effectively documents and conveys design requirements and design solutions to the broader design and construction team
Collaborates in developing solutions to technical and design detail problems
Coordinates client presentations and public hearings as needed
Collaborates in the development of cost estimates for design proposals
Coordinates with project team on review and approval of final interior and exterior programming, design development documents, construction documents, furnishings selections and purchases, RFIs and submittals
Communicates with other disciplines, vendors and contractors to incorporate all information into project requirements
Participates in product presentations to maintain knowledge of industry drivers, products and materials available on the market
Participates in and leads team meetings to discuss project issues, technical issues and coordination with other disciplines
Develops, recognizes, recruits and grows diverse talent
Resolves conflict effectively and encourages a healthy team environment
Understands fundamental accounting principles and the project accounting process
Collaborates in and may be responsible for delivering a project on defined budget requirements
May participate in the pursuit and marketing of potential projects
Supports and may lead the business development process by identifying new opportunities, marketing current clients for repeat business and assisting with proposals, budgets and schedules

Qualifications:

Accredited professional degree in Interior Design, Architecture or related field
NCIDQ certification required
Typically 8+ years of experience
Sustainable design accreditation preferred
Experience in Revit
Proficiency in software such as AutoCAD, Photoshop, Illustrator, Sketchup and InDesign and 3D modeling software preferred
Working knowledge of furniture, fixtures and equipment (FF&E) software preferred
Proficiency in MS Office Suite preferred
Strong knowledge of sustainability and integrated design guidelines
Strong knowledge of building codes and ability to research and incorporate into technical documents
Experience with FF&E to carry out design intent
Experience with managing and performing duties in a fast-paced environment
Strong presentation skills
Ability to communicate in a clear, concise and professional manner both verbally and in writing

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