[IA] Design Assistant

Description NICOLEHOLLIS, an award-winning, large size Interior Design firm seeks a talented and motivated Project Designer to assist our Residential Design Team. The ideal candidate will have 1-3 years of experience in the architecture and design industry, focusing on high-end residential design. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Schematic Design, Design Development, and Construction Document Phase Responsibilities • Develop interior designs and interior architecture designs using knowledge of the principles of interior design and theories of human behavior; appropriately convey conceptual, functional, life-cycle performance, environmental, and safety requirements • Assist Design Team in development of preliminary space planning, design concept studies and sketches, design presentations, moodboards, 3D models & visualization, rendered floorplans & elevations, full set of construction drawings, specifications packages • Assist in preparation of specifications and schedules packages for all millwork, casework, appliances, plumbing, hardware, finishes • Prepare construction documents, consisting of plans, elevations, details and specifications, to illustrate non-structural and/or non-seismic partition layouts; power and communications locations; reflected ceiling plans and lighting designs; materials and finishes; adhering to regional building and fire codes, municipal codes, and any other jurisdictional statutes, regulations and guidelines applicable to the interior space • Work with Project Lead to update schedules, budgets, meeting agendas, meeting notes, purchase orders, specifications, folders and files, archiving, project materials and submittals, resource library, vendor contacts and more Construction Administration Phase Responsibilities • Assist with organizing, tracking, and preparing documentation as related to field visits/measurements, RFIs, control samples, shop drawings, consultants, manufacturers, and contractors materials, and project punch list General Responsibilities • Assist in overall maintenance of materials library under supervision of Librarian (sorting fabrics samples, organizing finish samples, updating labels and catalogs, and more) • Attend and represent the Company at industrial events, trade shows, and networking events • Run errands to showrooms, act as liaison between the Company and vendors • Coordination and correspondence with various consultants, vendors, manufacturers, fabricators and contractors • Mentor Interns, and assist with coordinating Intern project workload needs under the direction of Project Lead • Efficiently work with a team of designers and interns; demonstrating strong collaborative and communication skills • Support project needs, including (but not limited to) meeting preparation, printing and binding presentations, wrapping, packing and shipping material samples, project filing, and creation of calendar invites and zoom links SKILLS, CORE COMPETENCIES, & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS SKILLS • Degree in Interior Design and/or Interior Architecture • Minimum of 1 to 2 years interior design experience • Comprehensive knowledge of Interior Architecture scopes in residential and hospitality design standards • Excellent presentation skills, including space planning and drawing • Proficiency in AutoCAD, Adobe InDesign and Photoshop, MS Suite, Sketchup (or similar 3D modeling software). Enscape (or alternative rendering software) and SpecSources proficiency a plus • Strong knowledge in construction drawing sets, detailing, materials, methods, fabrication, interior finishes, programing, and codes • Experience selecting and specifying equipment cabinetry, appliances, hardware, plumbing fixtures, materials, and interior architecture finishes • Must have excellent customer service skills and be comfortable in interfacing with clients, consultants, vendors and internal staff • Ability to interact effectively with the design team on multiple projects CORE COMPETENCIES • Task Focus: Delivers legendary service to clients and vendors that meets and exceeds expectations • Ethics & Integrity: Adheres to the Company values, beliefs, and principles of innovation and excellence in design • Composure: Remains calm, maintains perspective, and responds in a professional manner when faced with tough situations • Personal Learning: Takes personal responsibility for the continuous learning of new knowledge, skills, and experiences • Dealing with Ambiguity: Able to successfully function during times of uncertainty and changing priorities • Decision-Making: Makes keen, timely decisions based on a mixture of analysis, wisdom, experience and judgment • Interpersonal Savvy: Builds effective relationships with all people up, down and sideways, inside and outside of the Company • Results Oriented: Gets results and achieves goals PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS • This position will be working in a typical office setting, with no extremes in temperature or lighting • Able to occasionally travel and present at offsite locations in the Bay Area • Applicants should be able to work with equipment typically found in an office and should be able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without accommodation. Possible accommodations needed should be discussed prior to the onset of employment and/or the interview process • Ability to lift 25lbs and transport items in and out of vehicles. Ability to work on feet/run errands for 4+ hours per day as needed. Ability to sit at a desk for 6+ hours per day BENEFITS • Full Healthcare Coverage • 401(k) Safe Harbor Matching • Pre-Tax Flexible Spending Account • Pre-Tax Transit Management Account • Pre-Tax Traditional IRA Savings Account • Paid Time Off • Monthly Cell Phone Use Allowance • Monthly Health and Fitness Allowance • Remote Work Policy • Mondays to Thursdays: In-Studio • Fridays: Remote / Work From Home About NICOLEHOLLIS Nicole Hollis is a designer and creative director whose mission is to conceive timeless interiors that elevate the human spirit. As founder of NICOLEHOLLIS she leads an award-winning collective of more than thirty interior designers, interior architects and furniture designers to orchestrate her holistic approach to the art of living through residential, hospitality and product design. Nicole's portfolio of clients includes global leaders and notable innovators who appreciate her ability to create a home that supports and enhances their family's chosen lifestyle. A belief in the meritocracy of good ideas underpins NICOLEHOLLIS' willingness and desire to channel the spirit of collaboration both within the firm and when working with clients, architects and artisans. Curating paired down spaces with great attention to their context and purpose reflects Nicole's design philosophy. The firm has been featured in the New York Times, Architectural Digest, Luxe Interiors & Design, 1stdibs and other publications. The firm has received accolades including Luxe Interiors & Design Gold List, two California Home & Design awards, four Hospitality Design Magazine awards and a prestigious Gold Key Hospitality award. Nicole was recognized in 2013 and 2015 as a Designer of Distinction by the SF Design Center.