Senior interior designer

Position Summary

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Designs interior spaces, including permanent architectural details and temporary elements
• Assesses and meets client requirements and desires through regular meetings
• Produces sketches, drawings, and floor plans to illustrate concepts and finished projects using computer-aided design programs (CAD) and hand-drawing skills
• Creates idea boards to communicate design concepts to clients
• Selects design strategies and color palettes to create cohesive and aesthetically pleasing environments
• Enhances and improves interior spaces' functionality by modifying architectural elements and arranging furnishings, artwork, and decor
• Creates project budgets, including materials and labor
• Establishes project timelines and coordinates work activity, vendor involvement, and outside contractors as necessary
• Negotiates pricing for materials
• Maintains relationships with vendors and outside contractors
• Participates in regular networking opportunities and actively develops a client base
• Performs research and maintains a working knowledge of trends and new developments in the interior design and architecture worlds
• Adheres to national and local building and safety codes with every design element
• Reads and interprets blueprints
• Works closely with various colleagues, including architects, artists, contractors, painters, upholsterers, and building inspectors

Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently
• Ability to work well with management and staff at all levels. - Goal-oriented, organized team player
• Ability to use computer-aided design 3D MAX – Auto CAD.
• Ability to apply a sense of style to create aesthetically pleasing interiors.
• Strong visual design skills including proportion and aesthetics.
• Solid knowledge and understanding of Contracts processes, policy, and systems.
• Proficient computer skills, Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to analyse problems and strategies for better solutions.
• Understanding of building codes and inspection regulations related to interior
• Work to strict deadlines

Experience and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Interior Design or related field required.
• Minimum of 5 years of related experience required.