Senior Interior Designer

Job Description

Job Description

This job is posted on behalf of Design Management Company by Top Echelon.

Voted #1 city to visit in the US by a CNN travel report, Sarasota, Florida has a lot to offer including great design! A Respected residential interior design firm in Sarasota needs a dynamo residential designer to join their collegial team! Following are details about this opportunity:

Lead in a prime interior design role throughout all phases of assigned projects, under Director of Design. (This role may be shared on large projects with a second Senior Interior Designer)
• Engage in design kickoff and progress review check-ins with Director of Design at key progress points,
following through on design directives and feedback to develop and carry out a custom design to completion
• Develop finish palettes and select FF&A appropriate to suit the unique concept, design directives, and criteria
provided for each project across a variety of styles
• Participate in the drafting of interior construction documents for detailed, custom projects using AutoCAD
software
• Maintain a high level of accuracy, quality, and artistry in design deliverables and construction documents
• Oversee, and contribute to, the production of design presentation deliverables, including material trays, digital
collages, and presentation booklets to company standards
• Interface by phone and e-mail with clients, contractors/builders, architects, and engineers as needed to provide
smooth coordination.
• Visit project construction sites, vendor showrooms, and collaborator offices as needed
• Collaborate with project team members both inside and outside the firm, including architects and contractors
• Lead the review/redline process for shop drawings and samples to achieve consistency with design intent
• Attend vendor representative presentations and meetings to develop and expand product knowledge
• Other tasks and research as needed

LEADERSHIP
• Present designs to clients and develop successful, trusting client relationships through active listening and
strong communication
• Inspire and encourage team members, helping to strengthen and develop project team
• Manage workflow of self and reporting team members to ensure project milestones and deadlines are met
• Strategically delegate tasks, with clear direction and feedback, to team members
• Create positive, respectful interactions with other team members, both inside and outside the firm
Qualifications:
• Minimum 7 years experience at a full-service interior design or architecture firm, specific to company project sectors
• Minimum 4 years experience specific to the full-service interior design of new construction, luxury residences
• Comprehensive professional experience in all stages of a construction-intensive interior design project
• Bachelor's Degree in Interior Design
• NCIDQ Certification preferred.
• Sophisticated design aesthetic, strongly consistent with that of the firm
• Capable of delivering high-quality, complete, designs consistent with company standards, in a prime design role
• Knowledge of design and construction concepts/terminology common to luxury residences
• Strong familiarity with sources and materials to select luxury residential furnishings and finishes
• Proficient in: AutoCAD LT; Adobe InDesign
• Working knowledge of: Adobe Photoshop
• Working knowledge of Studio Designer a plus (will train)
• Comfort working on Mac computer, in Apple operating system
• Ability to receive direction and constructive feedback productively, and consistently implement in future work
• Ability to work well with others, and work independently
• Commitment to delivering outstanding design and thoughtful solutions for our clients
• Leadership and delegation skills
• Great time management
• Positive attitude
• Polished and professional communication skills, both oral and written
Must have valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle transportation

To apply for this position, please submit:

your resume, portfolio, technical drawing sets and three professional references, as outlined below.

All experience, references and statements related to your application or candidacy are presumed to be truthful and accurate and are subject to validation. Providing false or misleading information, or omitting relevant information, may be grounds for the withdrawal of any application or candidacy. References from former peers and colleagues, rather than the employer itself, may be deemed insufficient and additional information may be required. Design Management Company has sole and exclusive discretion to determine whether the information provided by a candidate is sufficient.

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Design Management Company has over 25 years of networking, resources and experience in the interior design, architecture, construction and home furnishings industry, so we understand businesses and hiring needs. We specialize in helping interior design and architecture firms, showrooms and manufacturers find the best people to work for them. We have a proven track record of recruiting and placing top professionals within the Architecture & Design Industry. Nothing makes us happier than creating the perfect fit.

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