Senior Interior Designer - Education
HKS - Orlando, Florida, us, 32885Work at HKS
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A recognized leader who is responsible for delivering exceptional design and delivery for clients on time and on budget. Possesses strong communication skills, a flexible attitude, ability to solve problems creatively and ability to foster and manage effective client relationships. Responsible for high-impact decisions. Endorses the firm's values by personally influencing client service, innovation and communication. Acts as subject matter expert for design solutions.
Responsibilities:Leads team in planning work and developing solutions to technical and design detail problemsBuilds and strengthens connections with clients through a comprehensive understanding of their project mission, goals, policies and needsLeads development of interiors concepts based on client vision, desire and architectural conceptUtilises creative thinking to achieve innovative solutionsManages client's expectations, team communications and consultant coordination to meet overall project objectivesPrepares and reviews detailed implementation document sets (i.e., interior plans, fixture plans, elevations, details)Supervises the preparation of design details and drawings by project team to maintain quality control with a focus on designGenerates project documents and schedules, manages the finances and keeps the project on scheduleCollaborates in the development of cost estimates for design proposalsExercises skills of persuasion and negotiation on critical issuesCollaborates on all design phases including programming client needs, conceptual and schematic design, design development, document preparation and project constructionWorks with others through project phases to enhance the design by specialising in the FF&E sourcing, selection, custom design and specificationAttends on-site visits and project meetingsParticipates and may lead team meetings to discuss project issues, technical issues and coordination with other disciplinesManages existing design technology and continually explores, improves on and evaluates best uses for technology for FF&E servicesManages conflict effectively and encourages a healthy team environmentFosters and maintains a collaborative professional working relationship with the project team, including promoting communicationCollaborates in managing project to satisfy requirements from budget and schedule perspective while delivering a quality work productResponsible for delivering a project on defined budget requirements and maintaining accountability to project plans and planned utilisation rateMay lead proposal preparation process and participates in negotiation of scope and fees on contractsTravel may be requiredQualifications:Accredited professional degree in Interior Design, Architecture, related field or equivalent experienceExperience with the entire project lifecycle, through post-occupancySustainable design accreditation preferredTypically 15+ years of experienceProficiency in software such as Revit, AutoCAD, Photoshop, Illustrator and SketchUp preferredUnderstanding of 3D Studio Max and InDesign preferredWorking knowledge of furniture, furnishings and equipment (FF&E) software preferredProficiency in MS Office Suite preferredAdvanced knowledge of sustainability and integrated design guidelinesAdvanced knowledge of FF&E to carry out design intentKnowledge of design techniques, tools and principals involved in production of precision technical plans, drawings and modelsStrong graphic and visualisation skills to communicate design ideasExperience with managing and performing duties in a fast-paced environmentAbility to manage team with diplomatic leadership style which puts value on relationships and collaboration, both internal and externalAbility to maintain existing client relationships and build new client relationshipsStrong presentation skillsStrong organisational skills and the ability to work on multiple projects at the same timeAbility to communicate in a clear, concise and professional manner both verbally and in writingAbility to collaborate and encourage collaboration in a team environmentAbility to effectively meet deadlines at expected qualityIf you currently work for HKS, please submit your application via the
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