HKS, Inc.
Senior Interior Designer - Education
HKS, Inc., Orlando, Florida, us, 32885
Overview:
HKS Orlando is searching for an experienced Senior Interior Designer to join the Education team.
A recognized leader who is responsible for delivering exceptional design and delivery for clients on time and on budget. Possesses strong communication skills, a flexible attitude, ability to solve problems creatively and ability to foster and manage effective client relationships. Responsible for high-impact decisions. Endorses the firm’s values by personally influencing client service, innovation and communication. Acts as subject matter expert for design solutions.
Responsibilities:
Leads team in planning work and developing solutions to technical and design detail problems
Builds and strengthens connections with clients through a comprehensive understanding of their project mission, goals, policies and needs
Leads development of interiors concepts based on client vision, desire and architectural concept
Utilises creative thinking to achieve innovative solutions
Manages client’s expectations, team communications and consultant coordination to meet overall project objectives
Prepares and reviews detailed implementation document sets (i.e., interior plans, fixture plans, elevations, details)
Supervises the preparation of design details and drawings by project team to maintain quality control with a focus on design
Generates project documents and schedules, manages the finances and keeps the project on schedule
Collaborates in the development of cost estimates for design proposals
Exercises skills of persuasion and negotiation on critical issues
Collaborates on all design phases including programming client needs, conceptual and schematic design, design development, document preparation and project construction
Works with others through project phases to enhance the design by specialising in the FF&E sourcing, selection, custom design and specification
Attends on-site visits and project meetings
Participates and may lead team meetings to discuss project issues, technical issues and coordination with other disciplines
Manages existing design technology and continually explores, improves on and evaluates best uses for technology for FF&E services
Manages conflict effectively and encourages a healthy team environment
Fosters and maintains a collaborative professional working relationship with the project team, including promoting communication
Collaborates in managing project to satisfy requirements from budget and schedule perspective while delivering a quality work product
Responsible for delivering a project on defined budget requirements and maintaining accountability to project plans and planned utilisation rate
May lead proposal preparation process and participates in negotiation of scope and fees on contracts
Travel may be required
Qualifications:
Accredited professional degree in Interior Design, Architecture, related field or equivalent experience
Experience with the entire project lifecycle, through post-occupancy
Sustainable design accreditation preferred
Typically 15+ years of experience
Proficiency in software such as Revit, AutoCAD, Photoshop, Illustrator and SketchUp preferred
Understanding of 3D Studio Max and InDesign preferred
Working knowledge of furniture, furnishings and equipment (FF&E) software preferred
Proficiency in MS Office Suite preferred
Advanced knowledge of sustainability and integrated design guidelines
Advanced knowledge of FF&E to carry out design intent
Knowledge of design techniques, tools and principals involved in production of precision technical plans, drawings and models
Strong graphic and visualisation skills to communicate design ideas
Experience with managing and performing duties in a fast-paced environment
Ability to manage team with diplomatic leadership style which puts value on relationships and collaboration, both internal and external
Ability to maintain existing client relationships and build new client relationships
Strong presentation skills
Strong organisational skills and the ability to work on multiple projects at the same time
Ability to communicate in a clear, concise and professional manner both verbally and in writing
Ability to collaborate and encourage collaboration in a team environment
Ability to effectively meet deadlines at expected quality
If you currently work for HKS, please submit your application via the Internal Careers Portal.
HKS is an EEO/AA Employer: M/F/Disabled/Veteran
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HKS Orlando is searching for an experienced Senior Interior Designer to join the Education team.
A recognized leader who is responsible for delivering exceptional design and delivery for clients on time and on budget. Possesses strong communication skills, a flexible attitude, ability to solve problems creatively and ability to foster and manage effective client relationships. Responsible for high-impact decisions. Endorses the firm’s values by personally influencing client service, innovation and communication. Acts as subject matter expert for design solutions.
Responsibilities:
Leads team in planning work and developing solutions to technical and design detail problems
Builds and strengthens connections with clients through a comprehensive understanding of their project mission, goals, policies and needs
Leads development of interiors concepts based on client vision, desire and architectural concept
Utilises creative thinking to achieve innovative solutions
Manages client’s expectations, team communications and consultant coordination to meet overall project objectives
Prepares and reviews detailed implementation document sets (i.e., interior plans, fixture plans, elevations, details)
Supervises the preparation of design details and drawings by project team to maintain quality control with a focus on design
Generates project documents and schedules, manages the finances and keeps the project on schedule
Collaborates in the development of cost estimates for design proposals
Exercises skills of persuasion and negotiation on critical issues
Collaborates on all design phases including programming client needs, conceptual and schematic design, design development, document preparation and project construction
Works with others through project phases to enhance the design by specialising in the FF&E sourcing, selection, custom design and specification
Attends on-site visits and project meetings
Participates and may lead team meetings to discuss project issues, technical issues and coordination with other disciplines
Manages existing design technology and continually explores, improves on and evaluates best uses for technology for FF&E services
Manages conflict effectively and encourages a healthy team environment
Fosters and maintains a collaborative professional working relationship with the project team, including promoting communication
Collaborates in managing project to satisfy requirements from budget and schedule perspective while delivering a quality work product
Responsible for delivering a project on defined budget requirements and maintaining accountability to project plans and planned utilisation rate
May lead proposal preparation process and participates in negotiation of scope and fees on contracts
Travel may be required
Qualifications:
Accredited professional degree in Interior Design, Architecture, related field or equivalent experience
Experience with the entire project lifecycle, through post-occupancy
Sustainable design accreditation preferred
Typically 15+ years of experience
Proficiency in software such as Revit, AutoCAD, Photoshop, Illustrator and SketchUp preferred
Understanding of 3D Studio Max and InDesign preferred
Working knowledge of furniture, furnishings and equipment (FF&E) software preferred
Proficiency in MS Office Suite preferred
Advanced knowledge of sustainability and integrated design guidelines
Advanced knowledge of FF&E to carry out design intent
Knowledge of design techniques, tools and principals involved in production of precision technical plans, drawings and models
Strong graphic and visualisation skills to communicate design ideas
Experience with managing and performing duties in a fast-paced environment
Ability to manage team with diplomatic leadership style which puts value on relationships and collaboration, both internal and external
Ability to maintain existing client relationships and build new client relationships
Strong presentation skills
Strong organisational skills and the ability to work on multiple projects at the same time
Ability to communicate in a clear, concise and professional manner both verbally and in writing
Ability to collaborate and encourage collaboration in a team environment
Ability to effectively meet deadlines at expected quality
If you currently work for HKS, please submit your application via the Internal Careers Portal.
HKS is an EEO/AA Employer: M/F/Disabled/Veteran
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