Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Sr. Interior Designer brings experience and expertise to our design team in all phases of interior design from initial planning through to project completion. In our high-volume design firm, this role is responsible for managing client needs and task deadlines across multiple projects simultaneously. The Sr. Interior Designer has a proven record of producing deliverables independently and collaborating with a team, while adapting to shifting priorities and anticipating problems before they arise. The position requires excellent space planning skills with knowledge of building codes, building systems, construction methods, and current material costs and specifications. The person in this role applies their high-level understanding of design and planning principles, creative talents, technical experience, and passion for design to contribute to the design and production of hospitality, residential, and commercial office interiors projects.

HOW THIS ROLE CONTRIBUTES TO THE SUCCESS OF SEVERIN GROUP

The Sr. Interior Designer contributes to the success of Severin Group by applying themselves as a productive and cooperative team member across every project. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, a strong customer-service orientation, and polished presentation skills allow the person in this role to build rapport with colleagues and clients, leading to effective working relationships and constructive results. Our company’s success lies in listening to the client and turning their wish into a design they love; the Sr. Interior Designer contributes by applying their extensive technical and creative skills, developed knowledge of a diverse variety of styles, aesthetics, and techniques, and by approaching each challenge as a creative opportunity.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position will be responsible for, but not limited to the following essential duties and responsibilities:

Interior Design – 90% of job duties

•  In collaboration with the project team and working independently, develop projects through all phases of design: concept, schematic, design development, construction documentation, and construction administration
• Participate in all phases of design deliverables including conceptual, schematic design, design development and construction documents, and construction administration
• Oversee project schedule management, maintaining schedule established by Director of Design
• Determine design objectives for the client's space, considering a variety of unique factors including, but not limited to, project type, architecture, environment, building codes, safety, and the client's desires
• Work with architect on layout of rooms; use drawing and drafting as well as design and planning principles
• Produce and manage construction drawing sets and high-quality presentation materials and packets, material specification boards, and digital 3D renderings
• Present designs to clients and other consultants; coordinate with all other design disciplines such as civil, architectural, structural, landscape, and Mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP)
•  Develop full furniture, fixtures, and equipment (FF&E) packages and procurement management for assigned projects
•  Estimate material requirements and costs and present design to client for approval
• Research, source, and produce interior selections and full specifications, including finish materials, hardware, lighting, appliances, and plumbing
•  Procure relevant materials including furniture, finishes, and accessories for a variety of projects
• Monitor and manage project budgets and ensure expenses remain under control; be proactive with regards to scope creep and mitigate potential budget issues
• Select and subcontract fabrication, installation, and arrangement of carpeting, fixtures, accessories, window coverings, paint and wall coverings, artwork, furniture, and related items
• Conduct construction-phase activities including shop drawing review, and respond to requests for information (RFI’s) from general contractors
• Lead by example and provide guidance to Junior Designers, Interior Design Associates and Assistants; manage a Junior Designer on a per-project basis 

Years of Related Professional Experience :

• 7+ years of demonstrated experience as an interior designer project manager of multiple projects within multi-family developments
•  High-level experience taking construction projects from concept through schematic design, design development, construction documentation, procurement, and construction administration
• Experienced with leading a Construction Documentation (CD) set from start to finish

Educational/Position Requirements :  

• Bachelor's degree in Interior Design or Architecture
•  A proven record of managing project deadlines, tasks, and project tracking across multiple complex projects simultaneously, and at a variety of scale
• Developed design expertise and creative skills with excellent detail-orientation; maintains knowledge of current products and design trends
•  Excellent interpersonal skills; able to regularly interact and collaborate with senior management, architects, and other external consultants with ease
• Excellent communicator with strong written and verbal skills
•  Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle with proof of insurance

Computer/Software/Technical Applications:

• Extensive experience with AutoCAD, Photoshop, InDesign, SketchUp, Bluebeam, and Smartsheet (proficiency in Revit a plus)
• Able to produce finely detailed construction document drawing sets; excellent drawing and drafting skills
• Accomplished presentation skills; articulate with excellent command of design and construction vocabulary (visual/digital, via videoconference and in person)
• Proficient in Adobe Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), Excel, Dropbox, Box

Travel Required :

25% - Available for travel as needed to different locations depending on the project for site surveys, project management, installation, photo shoots, etc.

How to Apply

Please include a job specific cover letter, resume, portfolio examples showcasing your talents and readiness for this this position.

Severin Group LLC is a team of creative minds working in unison with a singular vision and task to create a bespoke piece of art for every client. In everything we do, it is our attention to detail, integrity, and collaborative skills that lay the foundation for our success. We are a small tight-knit collaborative team, who value integrity, trust, connection, joy, excellence, and diversity. There are no egos (unless a board game is involved). We look to you and your fellow team members to contribute to the business in the spirit of this philosophy. We are committed to fostering a diverse workforce, and maintaining a workplace that is equitable, inclusive, and safe for all team members. From recruiting practices, to pay and benefits, promotions, and all other aspects of employment with us, an environment of equity is of the utmost importance. We not only recognize that you – our employees – comprise a wide range of backgrounds and characteristics, and we believe those differences should be celebrated and valued. We offer more than just your base salary and are proud of our benefits offerings.

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