Interiors - Interior Designer

Responsibilities

• Conducts programming efforts such as space planning, layout and utilization of furnishings and equipment, lighting and color coordination.
• Develops innovative design concepts which are practical, aesthetic, safe and conducive to intended purposes and function which is reflective of client goals and within project budget.
• Implements all phases of a design project which includes contracts, budgeting, scheduling, planning, design, documentation, specifications and construction, including the selection and specification of furniture.
• Responsible for maintaining positive client relationships throughout project. Keeps client apprised of project progress on regular basis.
• Initiates and maintains contract with other key project individuals for clarification, coordination and negotiation of critical issues.
• Selects and specifies furniture, lighting, flooring, wall covering and artwork.
• Estimates material requirements and costs. Solicits bids and assists Project Manager and client in subcontracting fabrication, installation, and arrangement of the materials, finishes, and furnishings required.
• Manages project using the Deltek Vision; complete work plans; including identification of project team members, budget, consultants, schedule for completion, fees and labor costs as well as project change notices or other actions taking place on the assigned project.
• Ensures project documentation and contracts are in compliance with the standards set forth by the Technical Board.
• Incorporates Integrated Sustainable Design solutions into projects.
• Takes personal responsibility for fostering a green workplace through sustainable work practices.

Teamwork

• Renders conceptual design ideas and prepares 2D and 3D presentation/design drawings.
• Prepares, corrects and updates documents during schematic design, design development and construction administration phases.
• Coordinates color and material palettes.
• Solicits bids and assists the Project Manager and client in subcontracting fabrication, installation, and arrangement of the materials, finishes, and furnishings required.
• Produces written documentation related to project including agreements, meeting documentation, transmittals, memoranda, etc. using HOK standard formats.
• Reviews documents for adherence to building and ADA codes.
• Oversees coordination and quality assurance of documents required to complete a project or phase of a project; ensures documents are in concert with design intent.
• Communicates with consultants, contractors, sub-consultants and other disciplines to ensure project details are carried out including technical issues and project information at all levels of contract administration.
• May assist in design presentations.
• May assist more senior staff with keeping a phase of a project on schedule.
• May provide support to all team members for specific field, style, or phase of interior design expertise.
• Fosters a commitment to external and internal client service.

Client Interface

• Represents client in obtaining bids and awarding construction contracts.
• May assist with negotiating fees and contracts.

Staff Development

• Mentors and directs the work of less experienced staff.
• Participates in interviews and recruiting of professional staff.

Business Development

• Explores and identifies new opportunities to add or enhance professional services with existing clients.
• Participates in selected marketing and business development opportunities.
• Aids in development of fee proposals for marketing proposals.
• May participate in developing the annual business plan for the interiors discipline.