Roll: Interior Designer
Gamble + Design, an Interior Design firm seeks a talented and motivated Designer specializing in Interior Architecture.
The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of experience in a San Francisco residential interior design; with excellent presentation, sourcing, and drafting skills. The Designer will work under the Principal and oversee all aspects of the design process – from schematic design to construction documentation and management. The Designer will be expected to develop a visual presentation of the design concept and successfully communicate the Principal and client's objectives.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Formulate preliminary space plans, design concept studies, and sketches that integrate the client's needs and are based on knowledge of the principles of interior design and theories of human behavior; appropriately convey conceptual, functional, life-cycle performance, environmental, and safety requirements.
- Research, analyze, coordinate, and develop all contract documents including design presentations, mood boards, 3D Models & Visualization, rendered floorplans and elevations, specifications and drawings, full set of construction drawings, specification packages, custom furniture design, and documentation
- Prepare specifications and schedules with accurate product information for all millwork, casework, appliances, plumbing, hardware finishes, and accessories
- Prepare construction documents, consisting of plans, elevations, details, and specifications; reflected ceiling plans and lighting designs; materials and finishes
- Performing field visits/measurements and construction administration services including site visits, responding to RFIs, reviewing control samples and shop drawings, coordinating with consultants, manufacturers, and contractors, and completing punch list
- Preparation of construction documents to adhere to regional building codes, and any other jurisdictional statutes, regulations, and guidelines applicable to the interior space.
- Coordination and collaboration with other design professionals who may be retained to provide consulting services, including but not limited to architects, structural, and various specialty consultants
- Observation and reporting on the implementation of projects while in progress and upon completion, as a representative of and on behalf of the client; and punch list items
REQUIREMENTS & CORE COMPETENCIES
REQUIREMENTS:
- Degree in Interior Architecture or Interior Design
- Minimum of 3+ years in residential interior design experience
- Comprehensive knowledge of Interior Architecture (IA) scopes in residential standards
- Excellent presentation skills, including space planning and drawing.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, Adobe InDesign and Photoshop, MS Suite, Sketchup (or similar 3D modeling software), Escape or similar rendering plug-n
- Strong experience in management and coordination of construction drawing sets with strong knowledge of construction detailing, materials, methods, fabrication, interior finishes, programming and codes
- Experience selecting and specifying cabinetry, stone scopes, appliances, plumbing fixtures, door and cabinetry hardware, materials, and interior finishes.
- Must have excellent customer service skills and be comfortable in interfacing with clients, consultants, vendors and internal staff
- Ability to field measure and document building condition
- Ability to interact effectively with the design team on multiple projects
BENEFITS
- Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
- 401(k) Cal Savers
- Monthly Cell Phone Use Allowance
- Professional Development Allowance
- Paid Time Off