Creative · 2 months ago
Senior Project Designer
Ashland, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expCreative is seeking a Senior Project Designer responsible for executing and coordinating complex interior design projects. The role involves applying established design intent to meet client needs while collaborating with the sales team and managing project specifications.
FurnitureInformation TechnologyInterior DesignRetail
Responsibilities
Apply and adapt established design intent to meet client needs / requests
Coordinate all phases of the interior design process to ensure completion in a timely and accurate manner
Develop CAD representations and accurately determine project / order specifications
Provide regular updates to Project Design Manager and sales team
Assemble team meetings with Sales Coordinator, Project Manager, Installation Supervisor and / or sales team members whenever warranted to facilitate complete and timely communication
Aid sales in presentations for new clients and future projects
Promote products and services through presentations, marketing strategies, and sales techniques
Maintain internal reporting systems; i.e., timesheets, project files and project schedules
Act as a mentor to Project Designers on process, design and technical issues
Contribute to a collaborative and positive work environment within the department
Support the design process and continuous improvement process as it relates to design
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree from 4-year college or university required
Minimum three years' professional experience in office furniture / interiors or related field
Must demonstrate familiarity with the Windows operating environment and proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint
Must demonstrate proficiency with AutoCAD, SketchUp and CAP, with at least three years' experience preferred
Problem Solving/Analysis – Breaks down problems into smaller components, understands underlying issues, can simplify and process complex issues, understands the difference between critical details and unimportant facts
Budgets/Cost Control – Plans for and uses resources efficiently, always looks for ways to reduce costs, creates accurate and realistic budgets, tracks and adjusts budgets, contributes to budget planning
Creativity/Innovation – Generates new ideas, challenges the status quo, takes risks, supports change, encourages innovation, solves problems creatively
Self Development – Seeks out and accepts feedback, is a proactive learner, takes on tough assignments to improve skills, keeps knowledge and skills up-to-date, turns mistakes into learning opportunities
Job Knowledge – Understands duties and responsibilities, has necessary job knowledge, has necessary technical skills, understands company mission/values, keeps job knowledge current, is in command of critical issues
Communication – Communicates well both verbally and in writing, creates accurate and punctual reports, delivers presentations, shares information and ideas with others, has good listening skills
People Development – Provides feedback and coaching, rewards hard work and risk taking, takes mentoring role, challenges and develops employees, accepts mistakes, provides visibility/opportunity
Integrity/Ethics – Deals with others in a straightforward and honest manner, is accountable for actions, maintains confidentiality, supports company values, conveys good news and bad
Interpersonal Skills – Has good listening skills, builds strong relationships, is flexible/open-minded, negotiates effectively, solicits performance feedback and handles constructive criticism
Learning Agility – Learns quickly; demonstrates curiosity; masters new concepts and information; pursues self-development; seeks opportunities to master new knowledge
Vision and Values – Supports values and daily actions and decisions, communicates vision and values to others, generates enthusiasm, incorporates vision when planning
Work Environment/Safety – Promotes mutual respect, keeps workplace clean and safe, supports safety programs
Professionalism – Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions
Dependability – Meets commitments, works independently, accepts accountability, handles change, sets personal standards, stays focused under pressure, meets attendance/punctuality requirements
Teaming – Works with others to achieve shared goals; acknowledges and leverages others' strengths; balances team and individual responsibilities; contributes fully; supports everyone's efforts to succeed; shares successes and gives credit when due
Sales Organization – Submits accurate and timely sales reports, maintains account records, uses samples/literature efficiently, maintains company equipment, uses consultants efficiently, maximizes sales promotions and incentive programs
Customer Focus – Builds customer confidence, is committed to increasing customer satisfaction, sets achievable customer expectations, assumes responsibility for solving customer problems, ensures commitments to customers are met, solicits opinions and ideas from customers, responds to internal customers
Adaptability/Flexibility – Adapts to change, is open to new ideas, takes on new responsibilities, handles pressure, adjusts plans to meet changing needs
Computer Skills – Skilled in the use of computers, adapts to new technology, keeps abreast of changes, learns new programs quickly, uses computers to improve productivity
Listening Skills – Listens attentively to others, asks clarifying questions, actively listens, stays open to other viewpoints, manages distractions and interruptions
Multitasking – Manages multiple simultaneous activities or projects effectively; handles urgent requests and emergencies appropriately
Project Management – Establishes project goals, milestones, and procedures, defines roles and responsibilities, acquires project resources, coordinates projects throughout company, monitors project progress, manages multiple projects
Quality – Accurately completes assigned tasks with thorough attention to detail; checks own work for accuracy and completeness; applies feedback to improve performance
Results Focus – Targets and achieves results, sets challenging goals, prioritizes tasks, overcomes obstacles, accepts accountability, sets team standards and responsibilities, provides leadership/motivation
Sense of Urgency – Prioritizes well, shows energy, reacts to opportunities, instills urgency in others, meets deadlines
Technical Skills – Understands specialty equipment, keeps knowledge up-to-date, is a technical resource for others, follows technology practices and standards
Personal Organization – Keeps information organized and accessible, maintains clean/functional work space, works systematically/efficiently, manages time well
Preferred
Interior Design degree from an accredited university preferred
Must demonstrate proficiency with AutoCAD, SketchUp and CAP, with at least three years' experience preferred
Benefits
Full benefit package
Paid time off
Holiday pay
Community service hours
Unique working environment
Company
Creative
Creative is the workplace interiors and technology company. Our mission is to advance the way people live, learn, and work.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase