Lead Interior Designer (Expatraite) at IO Furniture

JOB SUMMARY

The Interior design Lead is responsible for directing the team by managing all aspects of a project. He or she manages a team of interior designers that use computer-aided design (CAD) for projects. Ensures the drawings and designs are completed on time and adhere to the established specifications and standards. The Interior design lead will be required to prepare project schedules, bids, or proposals and relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Responsible for the execution of all design concepts and design development. Developing detailed client presentations ( drawings, sketches, renderings, perspectives, color and material boards, photographs or models)
• Responsible for the communication of redlines and final drawing comments with interior designers
• Attending client meeting to determine needs and derive a clear Brief. Responsible for quick response and problem solving to customer service issues from clients
• Direct interior designers with regards to all aspects of project tasks to complete the different phases of each project, including schematic design, design development, and renderings
• Select all finishes, fabrics, furniture, accessories, lighting, etc. for design projects and ensure that project budgets are met
• Schedule and attend construction site walks at significant phases of design with project managers ( Customer service)
• Attend and lead FF&E installations for all design projects
• Collaborate and coordinate with professional and technical consultants (mechanical, electrical and structural engineers, architects, audio-visual consultants
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional tradeshows
• Significantly contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as required
• Prepare project construction drawings and specifications
• Ensure that there is an updated design library of spec
• Coordinating and managing the interior design team

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Proven working experience in designing interior spaces (consultations, renovations, space planning and new constructions)
• Expertise in layout, color, lighting, materials selection, custom furniture and all installations.
• Advanced Knowledge of AutoCAD, Photoshop, Revit, 3D Max and Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent portfolio of previous works
• Excellent FF&E knowledge and experience
• Bold, agile and passionate
• Strong international exposure
• Positive team spirit and great team player
• Self-driven, proactive, autonomous and reliable
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to communicate among a wide variety of audiences
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously, meet deadlines, and work in a fast-paced environment
• Must be comfortable working in groups and participating in cross-functional teams towards a common goal
• Detail oriented
• Excellent creativity
• Outstanding rendering skills
• Creative talent, imagination and eye for design
• Project management skills

QUALIFICATION

• B.Sc./ M.Sc. in Interior Design, Architecture or other related discipline like Fine Arts
• Minimum of 7 years’ experience in similar role with a leading international interior design company
• Candidate MUST be an expatriate