Senior Interior Designer - Corbridge, United Kingdom - Iris Interiors

Description

• Participate in all stages of the design process from concept to completion, reporting to the director.
• Lead the creative development of concepts, FF&E design and space planning to the highest level.
• Create photorealistic visuals to the highest of standards
• Inspire and motivate the design team, overseeing Middleweight & Junior Designers across projects and the design studio.
• Prepare and develop presentations for client meetings, with assistance from more junior members of the team.
• Coordinate and oversee project documentation such as schedules, specifications and design intent packages and ensure they are being produced to a high quality.
• Monitoring the daily tasks of Mid Weight & Junior Designers and ensuring that all administrative records are being completed thoroughly and company standards are being met.
• Train new employees across all software.
• Provide regular updates to the director.
• Conduct site visits and liaise with trades, managing information provided by suppliers and subcontractors.
• Put together estimates, costings and budgets with financial understanding.
• Lead the procurement process.
• Manage project programmes under the direction of the director, with assistance from Mid Weight & Junior Designers, ensuring a seamless project delivery.
• Liaise with clients, suppliers and subcontractors.

• 6 years of professional experience in a design studio, ideally in luxury residential.
• Relevant Interior Design / Interior Architecture Qualification.
• Fluent in AutoCAD, 3ds Max, Vray, In Design and Adobe Photoshop with strong project management, organisational skills and ability to train new employees in all software.
• Proficient in management software and Microsoft Office, with a good understanding of the FF&E procurement process.
• On site experience and knowledge of liaising with architects, contractors, and suppliers.
• Ability to interface with clients, hold their own and interpret and deliver their requirements.
• Vast knowledge of FF&E suppliers, products and finishes.
• Works well under pressure with an aptitude for multitasking and efficiency.
• An eye for detail and a meticulous approach.

• Proactive, conscientious, and extremely organised.
• A strong team player, who is flexible, enthusiastic and able to lead a team.
• Able to demonstrate excellent leadership skills and develop other more junior members of the team.
• Approachable, positive and professional, with the ability to develop and maintain relationships with clients and suppliers.

• Monday to Friday

• Corbridge: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)