Interior Designer II | Health

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. 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