Interior Designer - Huntsville

McMillan Pazdan Smith Architecture

Description

The Interior Designer II is responsible for design and presentation drafting as well as planning, designing, and furnishing the interiors of various public, commercial, and industrial buildings according to needs of clients.

Essential Functions

• Perform field verification of existing spaces and documentation as needed.
• Research interior products, furniture, and materials.
• Apply established interior design standards in daily work, to include, but not limited to, building finishes, fixtures, accessories, window treatments, art work, furniture, plants and related items.
• Participate in all phases of design projects, including programming, schematic design, design development, construction documentation, and construction administration.
• Work with clients to define project requirements and develop design criteria.
• Create and present interior design concepts in response to client needs.
• Design, sketch, and provide drawings -by hand or computer-aided design (CAD) software -including, but not limited to, options for layout and workflow, furniture placement, and equipment locations.
• Refine design to client's satisfaction and presents complete Interior Design concept of project.
• Produce specifications for construction elements, furnishings, and estimates costs.
• Produce construction documents.
• Perform construction administration.
• Prepare and maintain design schedules.
• Responsible for design budget management and cost control.
• Design, develop and coordinate interior graphics and signage packages.
• Formulate designs that are practical, aesthetic, and conducive to intended purposes.
• Work closely with project manager to ensure that client needs are met.
• Maintain resource materials and library.
• Meet with industry representatives regarding new and/or updated products.
• Order samples from representatives and manufacturers.
• Support business development activities as necessary.

Requirements

Bachelor Degree in interior design or related field

Three (3) years related experience in a professional environment

Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel software

Familiarity with Adobe software

Experience with computer-aided industrial design (CAID) software

Good aesthetic judgment with an appreciation of balance and proportion along with a good sense of color.

Excellent time management skills

Ability to effectively and confidently prioritize and execute tasks with many competing priorities

Ability to absorb new ideas and concepts quickly

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Good analytical and problem-solving abilities

Ability to provide excellent customer service (internally and externally)

Strong attention to detail

Exceptional organizational and follow-through skills

Self-motivated and ability to work independently

Ability to manage information with a high level of detail and accuracy

Proven ability to assess factors, make, and communicate decisions

Demonstrated cultural awareness and sensitivity

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Newforma Project Center, Prolog Project Manager, or Primavera Systems Expedition software
• Experience with Autocad Revit software
• NCIDQ Certificate holder

Workplace Environment

Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to hazardous working conditions in conjunction with construction site visits. The noise level in the construction zone may be loud.

While performing the duties of this job in the office work environment, the employee will not be exposed to hazardous working conditions. The noise level in the office work environment is usually moderate.

McMillan Pazdan Smith is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran's status or any classification protected by state or local law.

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