Interior Designer II

Interior Designer II

Purpose From concept to completion the Interior Designer II is responsible for managing design components and client engagement across all project phases. The role requires both creativity, technical expertise, with a strong understanding of project workflows, documentation standards, and coordination. You will work in partnership to create and simultaneously deliver multiple, customized multi-family, hospitality, and well-centric projects.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Support, design and coordinate all phases of the interior design process from concept development through installation.
• Lead the production of schematic design, design development, and construction documents in trade software like Revit, AutoCAD, etc., with guidance and review from senior team members.
• Support the selection and documentation of finishes, fixtures, furniture, and lighting with consideration for budget, availability, and performance.
• Select and specify FFE products and accessories, developing custom furniture and drapery worksheets and updating furniture plans and documentation in AutoCAD and/or Revit.
• Coordinate FFE development with the design team, including furniture plans, specifications, material selections, and FFE presentations aligned with the project vision and client brand.
• Support preparation of documentation tied to design scope for proposals, change orders, and project milestone tracking.
• Collaborate with the contracts and project managers to ensure design scope, budget, fees, and deliverables align with contract terms; support plan reviews and FFE takeoffs as needed.
• Develop and review internal and client presentations for alignment with client vision, client branding packages, and CID conceptual design aesthetic.
• Collaborate with clients, consultants, and vendors to coordinate and develop project-specific design features and materials embodying CID's commitment to client experience and excellence in partnership.
• Participate and occasionally lead in client presentations with clear communication of design intent and rationale.
• Develop and review FF&E specifications, procurement documentation, and installation coordination.
• Support FFE implementation through vendor coordination, installation scheduling, punch lists, returns, and on-site problem solving to ensure the design is carried through to completion.
• Conduct and complete quality control reviews of drawing sets, sample boards, and specifications to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Support construction administration, including responding to RFIs, reviewing submittals and shop drawings, and attending site visits as needed.
• Monitor scope boundaries and proactively flag potential changes that may impact schedule, budget, or contract terms.
• Partner with team lead and other departments to support standard processes and create team efficiency.
• Provide clear project level guidance and accountability on design development and technical documentation.

Foster a culture that promotes CID's Core Values

• Forage | We embody a resourceful mindset, thoughtfully seeking inspiration, solutions, and opportunity while nurturing our connection to and appreciation for the natural world.
• Action | We are a high-performing, purpose-driven team that takes initiative, follows through, and executes with excellence.
• Positive | We lead with optimism and appreciation, believing in beneficial possibilities and bringing constructive energy to every challenge.
• Playful | We embrace levity, humor, and the power of play to unlock creativity and bring joy to our work.
• Authentic | We believe knowing ourselves allows us to show up with awareness, honesty, and alignment between our beliefs, words, and actions.
• Curious | We maintain an open mindset and a constant pursuit of becoming our best, fueled by a genuine joy for learning and growth.
• Team | We collaborate through trust and deep respect to accomplish our shared purpose. None of us are as strong as all of us.

Education + Experience Required

• Bachelor's degree in interior design or architecture from an accredited institution
• WELL AP certification and other industry experience as needed
• 6+ years of experience in a similar position. Preferably with multi-family, hospitality, spa, and/or commercial industries
• Skills in Revit and AutoCAD with strong knowledge of Adobe Suite (especially Photoshop), MS Office (especially PowerPoint), Bluebeam, and SWW (a plus).
• Working knowledge of modeling software (Sketch -up, 3D Studios, Rhino 3-D, etc.)
• Strong space planning ability, knowledge of building codes, building systems, and construction methods.
• Understanding of current design trends, materials costs, budgets and specifications.
• Experience specifying FFE for a variety of project types ( i.e. models, clubhouses, pools, etc.,).
• Ability to manage priorities with strong organization, attention to detail, and follow-through while fostering collaboration and communicating effectively through written, verbal, and visual channels.

CID Design Group is a 40+ year old national interior design firm located in Naples, Florida. CID specializes in multifamily, hospitality, creative branding, and design forecasting. We work with 9 of the top 10 largest developers in the United States, and our portfolio spans 39 states and over 60 cities.

CID provides an amazing opportunity to nurture the career growth of designers who are ambitious and hungry for challenging, exciting, and fulfilling work. Our founders have fostered a culture that encourages true collaboration, career growth opportunities, learning opportunities, and work-life balance. They also believe in sharing the firm's successes through competitive salaries, annual bonuses, and a profit-sharing plan.

Our benefit package includes:

• Wellness Programs
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Profit-Sharing Plan
• Paid Continuing Education and certifications
• 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay (including your birthday!)
• Career Growth and Skill Development
• A Fun, Creative, Collaborative Environment + Positive Culture