Description:
Atelier POD is looking a Senior Interior Designer/Architect to join its interior design studio in Dubai, UAE.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced studio with growth forecast over the next few years. Our approach to project is holistic and we are looking for all-rounders who want the opportunity to quickly run projects.
The ideal candidate’s minimum of 6 to 10 years for the senior position. We’re looking for engaged thinkers with diverse skill sets, who will bring creativity, experience and enthusiasm to our small and dedicated team.
The candidates would have worked on every stage of the design process.
Key Responsibilities:
- To lead the design process on all new projects candidate must have extensive knowledge or 2D and 3D drawing software (Rhino, Solid works, Vector works) and assist in estimating design hours for new work completing in depth, site surveys for projects.
- Ability to take creative direction and translate it from concept to production.
- Comprehensive experience leading a team.
- Be responsible and directly involved in all aspects of a project from the conception, drawing package, procurement and installation
- Be responsible for the quality of the project compared to its budget and client’s expectations
- Keen interest in design, curious to learn new techniques, methods and processes
- Ability to multitask and work on multiple projects at the same time.
- Leasing with client and directors on details and design decisions for projects and completing client drawings and drawing register for each project.
- Keeping finishing schedules up to date and presenting drawings for internal comments and review.
- Assist with procurement where necessary excellent CAD skills – Vector works.
- Drawing intent and construction packages (ideally in both residential and commercial projects), excellent attention to detail and able to draw details to a high standard (bespoke furniture, joinery,…)
- Must have strong FF&E knowledge (both vintage and contemporary) and being able to producer FF&E specification and schedules to a high standard and able to produce concept visuals (SketchUp, photoshop, render programs).
- Able to put together material boards site experience to ensure projects are in keeping with the design intent, ensuring quality and compliance with statutory requirements.
- Liaising and conducting meetings with all the actors of our industry (from suppliers to contractors to clients) to ensure projects are delivered on-time and within budget and to the highest standard through the project through to completion.
- Keen interest in design (from antique to contemporary), curious to learn new technique’s, methods and processes
- Proficient in Vector works, SketchUp, Photoshop, Excel and Words, and InDesign