Interior Designer

Interior Designer

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in interior design with advancement toward professional registration preferred.
• 5-7 years’ experience as a member of a design team for multifamily, mixed-use or hospitality projects.
• NCIDQ/RID preferred
• Knowledge of interior design specifications, calculations, ADA guidelines and industry standards.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion.

Responsibilities

• Lead the interior design vision and concept development for multifamily projects (clubhouses, units, amenities, corridors, leasing, etc.) with direction from the Director of ID.
• Translate conceptual direction into fully realized design solutions that are aligned with project goals, budgets, and brand positioning.
• Collaborate with Design Managers throughout the design, documentation, construction, installation and lease-up phases.
• Lead the interior design process with consultants to ensure compliance in quality, design, and applicable building codes.
• Manage and mentor younger associate interior designers.
• Coordinate with the procurement team on all FF&E purchases, delivery, and installations.
• Research interior products, colors, finishes and materials. Select finishes, materials, lighting, and furnishings with a strong focus on quality, durability, and aesthetics appropriate for multifamily residential environments.
• Responsible for presentation materials for management and financial partners.
• Assist in submittal and RFI review.
• Leads vendor presentations.
• Leads design and document reviews.
• Assist Director in documenting ID standards and SOP.
• Assist in creation of ID drawing standards and sheet design.
• Support procurement efforts by coordinating FF&E selections, specifications, and documentation.
• Mentor junior designers and oversee drafting support to ensure consistency and quality in deliverables.
• Coordinate with the Construction Administration Manager to ensure design intent is carried through into the built environment.
• SharePoint and Procore drawing, upload management and verification.
• Communicate with consultants and third-party interior design firms.
• Works closely with Director of Design, Design Managers, Trades, PreCon, Development, and Investment Management providing support on in-house projects.
• Assists Director and Design Management with the collection and coordination of design components/product types for current developments, competitor developments (i.e., flooring, windows, kitchen features, and amenities) and best practices from other product types (single family, hospitality, resorts, etc.).

Preferred Qualifications

• NCIDQ/RID preferred
• A team player who possesses a positive attitude and strong work ethic.