Interior Designer

Job Summary

Our firm is looking for a creative, talented interior designer to design beautiful, functional spaces for commercial and residential clients. The ideal candidate for our interior designer position is a team player who is effective at collaborating with colleagues and partners but is also self-motivated and able to complete work to deadlines with minimal supervision. A visual portfolio of past projects is a definite plus for the interior designer candidate.

Responsibilities

• Find opportunities for new projects and bid on potential jobs
• Work closely with the client to determine his or her goals and requirements for the project
• Study the space (or the blueprints and plans for the space) to consider use and flow of people through and within the space
• Collaborate with architects, builders, mechanical and structural engineers, and other members of the project team to create and implement a design plan
• Create preliminary design schemes, either by hand-sketching or computer-aided design (CAD)
• Delineate project specifications including materials and furnishings to be used, such as flooring, furniture, lighting, plumbing fixtures, and wall finishes
• Ensure that interior design plans comply with building codes and inspection regulations
• Finalize plans using CAD applications to varying degrees of detail as required by the project, including design plans, floor plans, electrical layouts, and information needed for building permits
• Develop a project timeline and estimates for project costs
• Obtain client approval for interior design plan and cost estimate
• Place orders for all supplies and materials
• Oversee installation of the design elements
• Debrief with client after project completion to ensure that goals were met and the project was done to the customer’s satisfaction

Requirements and Qualifications

• Superior artistic and creative ability
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail and an aptitude for visualization
• Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to clearly communicate a vision to non-design-oriented people
• Passing score on state-approved interior design exam is required; comparable work experience in the interior design field may suffice
• National Council for Interior Design Qualification (NCIDQ) exam
• California Council for Interior Design Qualification (CCIDQ) exam
• Bachelor’s degree in interior design, architecture, or related field strongly preferred
• Certification in LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) preferred
• A proven history of sustainable interior design work is a plus
• Certification in an interior design specialty—such as lighting design, universal design, or kitchen and bath design—is preferred, but not required
• Portfolio showcasing specialized design services is a plus

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.