Midweight FF&E Designer - London, United Kingdom - SMC Design

    SMC Design
    SMC Design London, United Kingdom

    2 weeks ago

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    Midweight FF&E Designer

    We're looking for exceptional FF&E designers to join our London studio at SMC Design.

    As a key member of the team, you'll be responsible for developing world class designs, to ensure the success of our projects for a multitude of brands within the maritime industry.

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    MIDWEIGHT FF&E DESIGNER

    We are now recruiting for a Mid-weight FF&E Designer with 5+ years' experience to join our team. We're looking for someone enthusiastic, with a passion for organization, excellent attention to detail and able to work at a fast pace. Candidate needs to be available to start as soon as possible.

    At SMC we work on high-end marine interior design projects, liaising with suppliers and working to a client's needs and aspirations. Experience in delivering FF&E packages for large-scale commercial projects (e.g., hotels/cruise ships) is essential, as well as impeccable organisational, research and communication skills. Experience or a background in procurement would be a definite bonus.

    As an FF&E Designer they will be working at a Mid-weight level within the FF&E Team, will have 5+ years of demonstrable FF&E experience , be skilled in delivery of FF&E packages on projects. Educated to degree or diploma level with 5+ years' post grad experience

    Skills:

    Ability to create conceptual designs including the skill of using colour and texture

    Some skill in the Adobe Creative Suite and possibly EstiMac or EstiPC

    Excellent knowledge of FF&E selection (materials, finishes, detailing and scheduling)

    At least some experience in using CAD software

    Some knowledge of Studio software would be advantageous

    Self-confident and receptive to constructive feedback

    Ability to manage your own time well

    Demonstrable experience of producing FF&E specifications with costings, materials, finishes, and sanitary schedules

    Excellent communication skills including verbal, written and visual

    Exceptional attention to detail

    Responsibilities:

    Working at a Mid-weight level within a project, working to time lines and budgets

    Attend project/client meetings to be briefed on new projects

    Carry out where necessary the procurement of FF&E products

    Mentoring and supporting Junior FF&E Designers

    Attend project meetings and give input on developing concepts, suggesting suitable finishes and fabrics where applicable

    Produce FF&E presentations and packs for client meetings, guided by the Senior FF&E Designer

    Nurture relationships with suppliers and suggest new contacts, keep up to date with new advancements within FF&E