Overview:

Responsibilities:

• Effectively fulfills tasks to document and convey design requirements and design solutions to the broader design and construction team with general supervision
• Assists in and collaborates on designing and preparing implementation document sets (i.e., interior plans, fixture plans, elevations, details) for designated projects
• Works with project team to review work for design integrity, accuracy, clarity and quality
• Organizes files, materials and displays
• May complete site surveys, field verification and test fit plans
• Conducts research (i.e., conceptual, site, client, materials) for the project team
• Assists with the development of interiors concepts based on client vision, desire, project scope and architectural concept
• Participates in schematic design activities, including making adaptations and modifications and assisting other designers in specific aspects of overall design
• Utilizes creative thinking to achieve innovative solutions
• Assists in the coordination with consultants, furniture dealers, product reps and fabricators to meet overall project objectives
• Maintains furniture, fixtures and equipment (FF&E) databases, specifications and performance metrics
• May assist with review of RFIs and submittals during the Construction Administration Phase
• May be responsible for communication with other disciplines, vendors and contractors to incorporate all information into project requirements
• Participates in team meetings to discuss project and technical issues
• Fosters and maintains a collaborative professional working relationship with the project team
• Recognizes the financial aspect of a project and basic accounting principles involved in ensuring the project's and firm's profitability
• Understands the importance of growing and maintaining client relationships and the basic concept of business development
• Assists in pursuit of new job opportunities either through relationship development or identifying additional work from existing clients

Qualifications:

• Accredited professional degree in Interior Design, Architecture or related field
• On the path to NCIDQ certification
• Typically 3+ years of experience
• Sustainable design accreditation preferred
• Experience with software such as Revit, AutoCAD, Photoshop, Illustrator, Sketchup, InDesign and 3D modeling software preferred
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite preferred
• Knowledge of sustainability and integrated design guidelines
• Knowledge of FF&E to carry out design intent
• Ability to communicate in a clear, concise and professional manner both verbally and in writing

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