Kimberley Harrison Interiors is a full-service Interior Design firm ( located in downtown Lafayette with projects spanning the entire bay area. We are seeking a mature and seasoned Senior Designer with 9-12 years minimum of residential design experience who wishes to be part of a team environment. The Senior Designer is central to the success of our firm and must have excellent interpersonal, and communication skills in order to effectively collaborate and lead a design team for larger projects from concept to completion. You must be adept at managing multiple project timelines, deadlines, budgets and be responsive and flexible with a can-do attitude. Your top skills should include time management, organization, problem solving, creativity, and leadership. A positive attitude and sense of humor is a requirement because we love design and like to have fun doing it!
Requirements:
- Degree in interior design or interior architecture from a US accredited school
- MIN 9-12 years of residential design experience
- AutoCAD- highly proficient skills - A MUST!
- Proficient in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator or InDesign- a plus
- Proficient in Excel, Word, Powerpoint and Outlook
- Proficiency in SketchUP
- Very strong verbal and written communication skills with clients, vendors, and all internal team members
- Highly skilled and savvy at sourcing all finishes, both hard and soft
- Excellent attention to detail and highly organized
- Highly skilled at managing many tasks, deadlines and budgets
- Must be able to work independently and as part of a team
- Must be able to oversee and mentor other members of the design team
- Knowledge of building codes
- Experienced in all phases of project construction documentation production
- 3D modeling a plus
- Sketching/hand drafting a plus
- Keep up to date with codes and standards
- Must have valid driver’s license and insurance with reliable vehicle
- Willing to work in studio - this is not a remote position and is a 40 hour a week role
Responsibilities:
- Work with Principal and design team to manage and execute projects through the design process based on Principal's vision and client's aesthetic and budget
- Estimate hours for new projects
- Create and manage budgets meticulously - a must!
- Create and manage project timeline to completion
- Responsible for meeting or exceeding the financial goals established for projects
- Mentor Associate and Jr. Designers
- Oversee and review all design to ensure KHI consistency and quality
- Select or manage the selection of all finishes and furniture
- Work with the design team to prepare for client presentations by creating mood boards, floorplans, drawings, elevations and detailed concept presentations
- Read architectural plans and produce scaled drawings and room layouts
- Read architectural plans and create full elevation sets and lighting plans
- Research new products and materials to keep our designs unique
- Manage all follow up details, organize meeting notes, project status, deliverables, etc.
- Oversee the architectural design for each project
- Review, edit and approve drawings done by other team members
- Understand and anticipate the technical implications of design decisions
- Facilitate design review and construction planning meetings
- Manage project workflow and completion of design tasks to meet deadlines accurately - a must!
- Coordinate accurate preparation of project construction documents and details ensuring quality control and completion
- Manage relationships and interface with clients, vendors, architects, contractors, and sub-contractors in a professional and respectful manner
- Ability to manage a team through strong leadership, effective communication, collaboration, motivation, mentorship and respect toward all team members
- Conduct site inspections to ensure conformance to design specifications
- Design custom cabinetry, built-ins and custom furniture
- Expertly manage client expectations and internal team communication - a must!
- Be a team player and manage the Interior Design team effectively
- Takes personal responsibility for continuous learning & has desire to stay current on new trends, vendors, innovations and products
- Contribute to the firm in a manner that continues to elevate our relationships, work and style
- Have a positive, friendly, professional attitude and a good sense of humor
Benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401k with company contribution, cell phone stipend, 10 days vacation, 10 paid holidays, employee discount program and birthdays always celebrated!
Please provide cover letter indicating why you would be a good fit for this position, resume and link to portfolio and be prepared to submit references upon request.