Overview:
HKS Dallas is searching for a talented Interior Designer II to join our Health team.
Exercises independent judgment in evaluation, selection and use of standard techniques, and solves problems when encountered. A certified Interior Designer who possesses and applies a diversified knowledge of interior design principles, practices and procedures to complete assignments with originality and ingenuity. Anticipates job expectations and contributes to project and design solutions.
Responsibilities:
- Collaborates on all phases of the design process including programming client needs, conceptual and schematic design, design development, document preparation and construction administration
- Collaborates in the development of interiors concepts based on client vision, desire, project scope and architectural concept
- Utilizes creative thinking to achieve innovative solutions
- Generates renderings and visual presentations that convey the design concepts to the client and generates finish plans, specifications and material selections needed for construction
- Provides design support and implementation documentation during completion and execution of design concepts
- May coordinate documentation effort for interiors projects of varying sizes with minimal guidance
- Maintains awareness of project program documents and schedules, including effectively meeting deadlines
- Participates in and may assist in leading design presentations internally and externally
- Effectively collaborates on implementation documentation and conveys design requirements and solutions to the broader design and construction team
- Participates in the selection and presentation of furniture, fixtures and equipment (FF&E), color palettes and lighting to incorporate responsible and sustainable design practices
- Coordinates and may lead client presentations
- Coordinates with project team on review and approval of final interior and exterior programming, design development documents, construction documents, furnishings selections and purchases, RFIs and submittals
- Communicates with other disciplines, product representatives, furniture dealers, and fabricators and contractors to incorporate all information into project requirements
- Participates in and may lead team meetings to discuss project issues, technical issues and coordination with other disciplines
- May prepare meeting minutes
- Acts as a mentor by coaching and motivating project team members
- Understands fundamental accounting principles and the project accounting process
- Supports the business development process by identifying new opportunities, marketing current clients for repeat business and assisting with proposals, budgets and schedules
Qualifications:
- Accredited professional degree in Interior Design, Architecture or related field
- NCIDQ certification required
- Typically 5+ years of experience
- Sustainable design accreditation strongly preferred
- Experience in Revit
- Proficiency in software such as AutoCAD, Bluebeam Revu, Photoshop, Illustrator, Sketchup, InDesign and 3D modeling software preferred
- Working knowledge of FF&E software preferred
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite preferred
- Knowledge of sustainability and integrated design guidelines
- Knowledge of building codes and ability to research and incorporate into technical documents
- Experience with FF&E to carry out design intent
- Ability to communicate and present ideas in a clear, concise and professional manner both verbally and in writing
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If you currently work for HKS, please submit your application via the Internal Careers Portal.
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