Interior Designer

Interior Designer

Requirements

• Talented and passionate about design excellence, combined with an energy and magnetism that draws people in and inspires creativity in others
• Able to gain the client’s trust through listening and hearing, then challenging them to raise the bar, push the status quo and elevate the design conversation
• Able to understand and navigate systems, relationships and lines of communication between and project team members, clients, committee members, consultants and other key stakeholders
• Able to balance the use of technology, hand sketching and diagraming to graphically represent and communicate design concepts to clients and team members in a relatable way
• Strong written and verbal communication, storytelling and presentation skills
• Collaborative team player who is willing to put ego aside, receive and incorporate feedback, ask questions and ensure everyone on the team achieves design excellence
• Strategic time manager who knows where to make an impact and where to streamline vs. reinventing the wheel
• Resourceful, creative problem solver who uses ingenuity to push through challenging conditions to come up with multiple solutions
• Generous in devoting time to mentoring and developing design team members
• Proficient in Revit, SketchUp, 3D Studio Max and other modeling software programs
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)
• NCIDQ/CID Certified

Responsibilities

• Team leader of interior design projects that include programming client needs, conceptual design, schematic design, design development, space planning and construction documentation
• Begin to manage all phases of design throughout project scope for complex interior design projects, including project set-up, strategic planning, design and construction administration
• Coordinate with Studio Directors, Design Directors, Technical Directors, project team members, clients and other project stakeholders to execute realization of project design goals
• Prepare project teamwork plans and manage a range of project team sizes, comprised of design director, technical director, architects, interior designers, and consultants
• Create and communicate clear and attainable project objectives and project requirements
• Foster and cultivate a culture of design in the office and strive to elevate design quality on projects
• Oversee design documentation and ensure alignment with the overall architectural vision and client brand identity
• Participate in the selection and presentation of furniture, furniture systems, fabrics, equipment (FF&E), color palettes, and lighting
• Provide design support and documentation during completion and execution of design concepts
• Work with external consultants, product representatives, furniture dealers, and fabricators
• Proactively lead teams for successful delivery of projects
• Develop and maintain client relationships that lead to new project opportunities
• Support business development efforts through client presentations, project pitches, and participation in interviews and RFP responses
• Support strategic growth by engaging in market-facing efforts in the Frederick area, building relationships, identifying opportunities, and representing the firm in business development initiatives
• Actively contribute to office activities, initiatives and learning programs

Preferred Qualifications

No preferred qualifications provided.