Interior Designer with Hospitality Experience

Business Overview

We are a leader in interior design with extensive expertise in hospitality, condominium and multi-family, food and beverage, and themed entertainment. The company has been ranked increasingly higher over the past eight years in Interior Design Magazine’s “Top 50 Hospitality Design Giants” and is recognized as one of the four fastest growing companies in the industry.

 

For  over 15-years the multi-disciplined firm has offered a full array of design services including interior design, interior architecture, concept development, purchasing and lighting design, plus graphics and way-finding. With offices in Dallas, Texas and Shanghai, China, we are committed to design excellence and client service, providing a combination of timeless design and a second sense for future trends.


Job Purpose:

Produces designs by understanding function of the design and design characteristics; planning design concept; developing, illustrating, and revising design; mentoring team members.



Duties:

* Enhances design team accomplishments and competence by planning completion of design projects; answering technical and procedural questions for less-experienced team members; teaching improved processes; mentoring team members.



* Plans design assignment by studying client's request; understanding function of the design; preparing budgets.



* Plans design concept by researching and analyzing desired design characteristics, such as, size, shape, weight, color, materials, ease of use, fit, cost, and safety; revising budget and obtaining approval to proceed.



* Develops design by defining form, features, and attraction; exploring alternative designs; revising designs.



* Illustrates design by preparing sketches by hand or by computer; constructing models.



* Obtains approval of design by presenting and explaining sketches and models.



* Prepares finished design by incorporating client revisions; creating detailed designs using drawings, models, computer simulations, or full-scale prototypes.



* Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations.



* Accomplishes organization goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.

* Writes specifications as required for project.

* Trains, mentors and develop jr. designers by setting an example.


Minimum Job Requirement:

Requires 8-10 years knowledge of design principles and the ability to interpret design concepts and layouts

Expert knowledge of multiple design brands standards

Requires a Bachelor's degree in area of specialty and 8-10 years of experience in the field or in a related area.

Expert knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within industry

8-10 years Auto CAD experience

8-10 years Photo Shop experience

Requires NCIDQ license

Expert knowledge of MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Requires 35% international travel, including over night and extended stay

Requires 25% US travel, including over night and extended stay

Analytical—the individual synthesizes complex or diverse information

Problem solving—the individual identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner and gathers and analyzes information skillfully

Oral communication—the individual speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations, demonstrates group presentation skills and conducts productive meetings

Delegation—the individual delegates work assignments, gives authority to work independently, sets expectations and monitors delegated activities

Leadership—the individual inspires and motivates others to perform well and accepts feedback from others

Management skills—the individual includes staff in planning, decision-making, facilitating and process improvement; makes self available to staff; provides regular performance feedback; and develops subordinates’ skills and encourages growth

Quality management—the individual looks for ways to improve and promote quality and demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness

Judgment—the individual displays willingness to make decisions, exhibits sound and accurate judgment, and makes timely decisions

Planning/organizing—the individual prioritizes and plans work activities, uses time efficiently and develops realistic action plans

Safety and security—the individual observes safety and security procedures and uses equipment and materials properly



Qualified Candidates should submit resumes through monster for consideration.
Please no agency calls.
Duncan & Miller Design is an EOE.