Project Designer

Project Designer Description NICOLEHOLLIS, an award-winning, large size Interior Design firm seeks a talented and motivated Project Designer to assist our Residential Design Team. • Formulate preliminary space plans and two- and three-dimensional 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 • Select, specify and/or design furniture, fixtures, equipment including layout drawings and detailed product description; and provision of contract documentation to facilitate pricing, procurement and installation of furniture • Select colors, materials and finishes to appropriately convey the design concept, functional, life-cycle performance, environmental, and safety requirement • Confirm that preliminary space plans and design concepts are safe, functional, aesthetically appropriate, and meet all public health, safety and welfare requirements • Manage the interior design resource library and maintain vendor contacts for interior furnishings, fixtures and finishes • Coordination and collaboration with other design professionals who may be retained to provide consulting services, including but not limited to architects, fabricators, engineers, vendors, and various specialty consultants • Participate in performing field visits/measurements including site visits, responding to RFIs, reviewing control samples and shop drawings, reviewing custom furniture pieces, developing punchlist, and installation • Responsible for organization of project folder and ensuring filing system adheres to company standards • Degree in Interior Design • Minimum of 4 to 6 years interior design experience • Comprehensive knowledge of FF&E scopes in residential and hospitality design standards • Proficiency in AutoCAD, Adobe InDesign and Photoshop, Microsoft Suite, Sketchup (or similar 3D modeling software) • Knowledge in creation of construction drawings, specifications and schedules • Knowledge of specification writing • Knowledge of trade resources, fabricators, and vendors • Experience selecting and specifying furniture, fixtures, equipments, cabinetry, lighting, hardware, floor/window coverings, materials, and finishes • Ability to interact effectively with the design team on multiple projects • Must have excellent customer service and public speaking skills; be comfortable in interfacing with clients, consultants, vendors and internal staff • Must be collaborative, self-motivated, positive, and flexible with strong verbal and written communication skills Possible accommodations needed should be discussed prior to the onset of employment and/or the interview process • Ability to lift 25lbs and transport items in and out of vehicles.