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HKS, Inc. · 1 month ago

Interior Designer II - Education

Dallas, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

HKS, Inc. is a firm that emphasizes innovative interior design solutions, and they are seeking an Interior Designer II to contribute to various design projects. The role involves collaboration in all phases of the design process, from conceptualization to implementation, while maintaining a focus on client needs and sustainability.

Architecture

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

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

Collaborates in the development of cost estimates for design proposals

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

Participates in product presentations to maintain knowledge of industry drivers, products and materials available on the market

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

Qualification

NCIDQ certificationRevitTwinmotionSustainable designPhotoshopIllustratorEnscapeRhinoGrasshopperDynamoAI design toolsMS Office SuiteFurniture specifications softwareBuilding codesCommunication skillsTeam collaborationProblem-solvingOrganizational skills

Required

Accredited professional degree in Interior Design, Architecture or related field

Typically 5+ years of experience

NCIDQ certification required

Advanced experience and skills in Revit, Bluebeam, Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign required

Advanced experience in Twinmotion, Enscape or other visualization tools required

Intermediate experience and skills in Rhino, Grasshopper and Dynamo required

Intermediate skills in AI design tools and virtual reality such as VR headsets and Yulio required

Intermediate knowledge of sustainability and integrated design guidelines required

Basic knowledge of furniture specifications software required

Basic knowledge of building codes and ability to research and incorporate into technical documents required

Intermediate experience with managing and performing duties in a fast-paced environment required

Intermediate organizational skills and ability to work on multiple projects at the same time required

Intermediate ability to problem solve and apply innovative solutions required

Intermediate ability to work and collaborate in a team environment required

Advanced ability to effectively meet deadlines at expected quality required

Preferred

Sustainable design accreditation strongly preferred

Intermediate skills in MS Office Suite preferred

Intermediate knowledge of furniture, fixtures and equipment (FF&E) to carry out design intent preferred

Basic knowledge of Navisworks preferred

Basic ability to communicate and present ideas in a clear, concise and professional manner both verbally and in writing preferred

Company

HKS, Inc.

Glassdoor4.3

HKS is a global firm of architects, designers, planners and advisors who create places noted for their beauty and performance.

Founded in 1939

Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, ARE

1001-5000 employees

http://www.hksinc.com/

H1B Sponsorship

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