NEW CONSTRUCTION LEAD DESIGNER
We are looking for an experienced, hardworking, team player to join the team as our New Construction Lead Designer. Below you’ll find more details about the position. If it seems like a good fit, please click the link at the bottom of the page to fill out the job application and submit your resume.
JOB DESCRIPTION
OVERVIEW
The Hendrickson Interiors New Construction Lead Designer is responsible for performing as part of the design team. This position takes direction from the Principal Designer and works independently and collaboratively to manage all aspects of client new construction projects using both creative and technical skills.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide overall support with client projects with floor plans, selections, drawings, and design tasks. Duties may include:
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Planning and interpreting projects through all phases of development including initial client meeting, floor planning, design development, construction and documents, and project management.
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Coordinate and schedule all client meetings and communicate with clients, vendors, contractors, architects, and other members of the project team as directed by the Principal Designer
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Create and maintain documentation for all projects, including selection sheets, AutoCAD plans, and schedules
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Conduct product research and inspired sourcing of furnishings, lighting, accessories, fixtures, finishes, material options, and reselections, as instructed by Principal Designer.
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Render design ideas in form of boards, drawings, or illustrations, estimates, material requirements and costs, and presents design to Principal Designer for approval
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Coordinate the day-to-day needs of the project through other design staff assigned to the project
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Create product pricing in product management system
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Complete weekly status reports for clients in collaboration with purchasing coordinator as well as provide other updates including meeting notes and site visits
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Prepare for installations and photoshoots
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Collaborate with vendors and contractor to manage punch list as needed
QUALIFICATIONS:
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Demonstrate solid knowledge of the design industry
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2-4 year degree in Interior Design
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2-4 years experience in the interior design industry
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Background in AutoCAD or SketchUp
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Proficiency in communicating with clients, contractors and vendors
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Demonstrate strong project management skills with the ability to juggle many projects at once all at various stages of the design process
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Must be professional, reliable, and punctual, be able to work late as needed, have personal stability
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Excellent customer service skills, attention to detail, and problem solving abilities
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Must be able to work efficiently and effectively under deadlines
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Valid Driver’s License and reliable vehicle
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Work on-site at home office and in clients’ homes following COVID-19 protocols
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Utilize computer software such as Design Files, Trello, AutoCAD, Sketch Up, Google Drive
BENEFITS:
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Work one on one with growing design firm
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Wide variety of projects and hands on job training
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Trade discount for items ordered through Hendrickson Interiors
OTHER:
Travel: Travel required to local projects
Location: Tampa, FL
Term: Full time