Senior Interior Designer

 

Description:

Innovate Living is a renowned and innovative design company specialising in creating exceptional interior spaces. With a commitment to excellence and a passion for design, we are seeking a highly experienced Senior Interior Designer to join our dynamic team and lead projects that redefine spaces with creativity and sophistication.

 

Responsibilities

· Develop initial ideas and acquire key information about potential projects, discuss requirements in detail with clients (the brief) and set project schedules

· Understand clients' needs and the needs of the people using the building to develop design concepts and establish final briefs

· Consider materials and costs according to budgets and negotiate project fees

· Conduct feasibility studies for projects

· Research and gather information and photographs relating to the project

· Produce 'sample' or 'mood' boards to present to clients

· Source products, e.g. fittings, furniture, lighting, finishes, decoration and dressing, and provide samples for clients

· Prepare detailed working drawings, designs, plans, models and schemes, often using computer-aided design (CAD) software

· Survey buildings

· Work in a team with other designers

· Supervise work at the design stage and on site

· Work closely with quantity surveyors to establish costs and work schedules on larger projects, with architects and other design professionals to determine the best use of space, and with manufacturers and contractors

· Identify new business and sell services to potential clients

· Keep up to date with new developments in the design industry.

 

Qualifications & Skills

· PBS degree in Interior Design or similar

· Proficient in AutoCAD, SketchUp, 3D Max, Illustrator or other design programs

· Communication and presentation skills

· Project management skills

· Color Balancing Skills

· Commitment to Client Services

· Familiarity with the codes

· Good Problem-Solving Skills

· Knowledge of Fabrics

· Knowledge of Styles and Trends

· Sense of Creativity

· Space Planning Skills

· Strong Computer Skills

· Flexible