Interior Designer

Pophouse Detroit Interior Designer Job Type: Full Time **Contact Details** Job Description Minimum Qualifications... Knowledge of contract furniture specification and procurement processes Knowledge of drawing design techniques, tools and principles Knowledge of construction methodology, materials and manufacturers Punctual, professional, and reliable Highly organized with great attention to detail Strong sense of urgency and ability to function in a fast-paced environment Ability to set priorities and work both individually and alongside a team Ability to consistently meet deadlines and develop next steps within project teams Knowledge of industry trends and standards Understanding of manufacturing processes Strong written and verbal communication skills Ability to travel periodically Preferred Qualifications 4-6 years of professional experience in interior design 2-3 years of experience in commercial interiors required Bachelors degree in Interior Design or Interior Architecture from an accredited college or university, CIDA accredited program highly preferred NCIDQ Certification, LEED Accreditation a plus Working knowledge of industry standards and drawing documentation methods Graphic presentation and visualization skills to effectively communicate design ideas Knowledge in contract furniture, fixtures, and equipment sourcing, specification, and procurement Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator) Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) 3D Computer modeling and rendering skills (SketchUp, 3Ds Max, Enscape, or other modeling software) Job Summary Pophouse is seeking an Interior Designer formally trained to focus on commercial interior design and create unique design solutions for clients. This team member is passionate about design and is always looking to push their skills to the next level. They have a range of creative and technical experience, are a highly motivated problem solver, and can manage a diverse project load and client base. They are experts in large and small-scale projects and possess a deep understanding of the necessary steps in each phase to ensure successful project completion. RESPONSIBILITIES Work with senior design staff and leadership to develop innovative design solutions that are reflective of client goals, brand, and culture Collaborate on commercial interior projects that include programming client needs, developing conceptual and schematic design strategies, space planning, and design development documentation Participate in design critiques and charrettes with the design team and senior leadership Participate in the selection and presentation of furniture specifications customized to each clients scope and budget Generate material selections and finish plans required for construction Prepare presentations and graphic renderings of plans, sections, elevations, and 3D views for client meetings Assist in the creation of project budgets and adherence to the set budget and timeline Work with consultants, contractors, fabricators, and vendors to meet overall project objectives Participate in job site review and construction administration efforts, including furniture and construction punch list Report to the Design Director Who We Are Pophouse, formerly dPOP, is a design studio located in Detroit, Michigan. Started in 2013, Pophouse is a team of interior, industrial and environmental graphic designers and strategists focused on positively impacting people through design. We know that purposeful design has the ability to change the way people work, live and interact with each other. Leveraging industry research and business intelligence, we create a meaningful strategy that informs our approach to design. Our team translates this design narrative throughout every aspect of our projects, including finishes, space plans, custom furniture, branding, wayfinding, signage and artwork to transform spaces into ones that highlight culture, increase productivity and optimize business outcomes. This alignment of science and art is what we call Thoughtfully Assembled Spaces. Disclaimer This is an outline of the primary responsibilities of this position. As with everything in life, things change. The tasks and responsibilities can be changed, added to, removed, amended, deleted and modified at any time by the leadership group