Intermediate Interior Designer

At KBG Design Inc., we provide our Clients with full-service architectural interior design. We are located in the beautiful area of Almaden Valley in the South Bay Area. We are in the business of transforming our Client's homes from concept to completion, and everything in-between. Whether it is a new build or a large-scale renovation, our team of talented designers have the skillset to create cohesive and functional spaces with livable, effortless style that stand the test of time. We love what we do and pride ourselves on finding great team members to join in on our Clients amazing projects.

KBG CORE VALUES

KBG Design Inc.’s success is rooted in our five core values. As a new member of the team, we are looking for you to adopt and exemplify these values yourself: KNOW OUR CLIENTS .We provide solutions deeply rooted back to how well we know our clients’ lifestyle. OBSESS OVER DETAILS .We take the time to get each step and detail right to save time fixing mistakes later. BUILD RELATIONSHIPS .We earn trust by being empathetic, dependable and (brutally) honest with our clients, partners and team members. ARE PROACTIVE .We look around corners to anticipate project needs and to get ahead of potential issues. OWN IT .We step up and take initiative to keep the project moving, and own our misses until we make them right.

YOUR ROLE

In the role of Intermediate Interior Designer, you will have the opportunity to support the Principal and/or Senior Designer(s) in both design projects and firm-wide initiatives. As an Intermediate Interior Designer at KBG Design Inc., you will be able to utilize your passion for design and your innovative problem solving skills to help take the firm to the next level.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

Support Principal and Senior Designer(s) to finalize selections and physical presentation of materials, finishes, and drawings and for all Client meetings through to installation and photoshoots Project management: quality control internally and externally (site visits, trade meetings), budgeting and schedule maintenance Assist Principal and/or Senior Designer(s) during Client meetings; document Client decisions and next steps (DOE lead client meetings) Update drawings: elevations, electrical plans, lighting plans, cabinetry, flooring plans, tile details, etc. based on redlines provided by Principal and/or Senior Designer(s) Develop space plans and elevations from accurate self-measured site visits Research and select FF&E from retail and trade vendors: color palettes, hard finishes, lighting, art, accessories; Quote requests; from generate through purchasing; create and update specification packages Owning and maintaining client presentations throughout the life of the project Cultivate vendor relationships throughout procurement process Work together with the team to continually improve the quality of our work and our Clients’ experience throughout the design process

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS

4 to 8 years of relevant design experience in the interior design industry; with significant time spent on high-end residential projects preferred Bachelors’ or Masters Degree in Interior Design, Interior Architecture, Architecture, or related field from an accredited school Proficient in AutoCAD or equivalent, Vectorworks a plus Strong technical aptitude, including construction documentation, job site walk-thrus, building code familiarity (local municipalities a plus), and experience with redline processes Working knowledge of Studio Designer a plus Proficient in G-Suite, Mac OS a plus Strong knowledge of FF&E sourcing (showrooms and other design resources), specifications, and ordering process Analytical and detail-oriented, with strong time management across multiple projects and clients Clear communicator and team player, skilled in verbal, written, and visual design communication

BENEFITS

Starting Hourly Rate of $37.00 - $45.00, DOE Medical, Dental and Vision insurance 401k contribution and matching Paid holidays Potential for flexible remote work as needed Potential year-end bonus depending on annual financial performance of the firm Professional Development Stipend Industry Discounts benefit; for personal use purchase Fun working environment including and not limited to office luncheons, outings, and team-building events. We work hard, but don’t take ourselves too seriously! #J-18808-Ljbffr KBG Design