Senior Interior Designer

Located in South West London, this well established Design Firm are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Interior Designer to join their collaborative and talented team. With a number of new projects receiving green light status, they are in a position to expand their team.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of post-qualification experience in the interior design field, with a proven track record of delivering luxury, high-quality residential projects from concept to completion.

Key Responsibilities:

– Concept Development: Lead the delivery and implementation of design concepts throughout the project lifecycle, including the origination and proposal of innovative ideas.

– Technical Expertise: Utilise proficient AutoCAD skills to create well-considered spatial coordination and furniture layouts, ensuring adherence to industry drawing standards.

– FF&E Management: Oversee the production and management of Furniture, Fixtures, and Equipment (FF&E) drawings and schedules, including furnished plans, reflected ceiling plans, internal room elevations, finishes, hardwired lighting, small power, and pattressing.

– Team Coordination: Ensure seamless coordination between the furniture team and the architectural team, maintaining a collaborative approach.

– Procurement Management: Manage procurement packages in alignment with the project programme, coordinating with team members, logistics managers, and the project director to ensure timely delivery.

– Budget Compliance: Regularly review the project budget and report any concerns to the project director, ensuring that all expenditures align with the allocated budget.

– External Coordination: Collaborate with external parties such as executive architects, lighting/AV consultants, and Client teams to ensure detailed implementation across all project aspects.

– Client Liaison: Serve as the primary point of contact for the Client team, managing communications and ensuring that all F&F-related client requirements are met.

– Design Detailing: Lead the production of individual work packages and design detailing, liaising with makers where relevant to ensure precision and quality.

– Installation Oversight: Oversee the installation phase of the project, including logistics management, to ensure a smooth and efficient process.

– Post-Project Management: Implement post-completion snagging, maintain records, and track remedial works to ensure client satisfaction.

– Documentation: Ensure that all installation documentation is accurate, complete, and up to date.

Qualifications:

– A degree or equivalent qualification in Interior Design or a related field.
– A minimum of 5 years of post-qualification experience in interior design.
– Proficiency in AutoCAD is essential.
– Strong understanding of spatial coordination, furniture layout, and drawing standards.
– Experience in managing FF&E drawing production and schedules.
– Excellent communication and project management skills.
– Ability to work collaboratively with internal and external teams.
– Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

How to Apply:

Please submit your latest CV, relevant portfolio for consideration. Candidates must have Right to Work in the UK, unfortunately no sponsorship is available at this time.

This is not a remote role, however flexible / hybrid working is available after completion of first 3 months employment.

Due to the volume of application we receive for each vacancy, only suitable, shortlisted candidates will be contacted with further details.

Urban is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.