Project Interior Designer II

Revised 8/14/2025 - Apply on our website at www.akdesigns.net/careers/ AK Design Group (AKDG) is searching for a talented and experienced commercial interior designer to contribute on its hospitality interior design projects. The job will be based from the company's office in Brentwood, Tennessee. AKDG offers a defined career path, competitive compensation and benefits, including medical benefits with employer contribution; dental, vision, and life insurance; 401k with company match, and eight paid holidays, and vacation accrual program starting on the first day. AKDG also invests heavily in ID-related software and training programs to ensure design operations remain modernized and efficient, and regular in-office presentations from FF&E vendors are scheduled for continuing education. Job Title: Project Interior Designer II Reports To: Design Principal Education/Experience Requirements: • Bachelors Degree in Interior Design from a 4-year accredited interior design program - required • 3+ years of full-time commercial interior design experience - required • 3+ years of full-time hospitality interior design experience - preferred • NCIDQ certified or on path to certification - preferred Summary: • Establishes interior design programming parameters based on Client requirements and guidance from firm leadership. • Generates and develops overall interior design concepts; formulates digital visual design presentations. • Advise on interior design factors such as space planning, layout and utilization of furnishings or equipment, and color coordination. • Complete site surveys and field verifications. • Carries out interior design process for entire project consistent with project’s program, budget and schedules; coordinates with internal team members and vendors. • Develop schematic renderings for client presentations using Revit. • Select and specify furnishings, finishes, fixtures, accessories, draperies, artwork, and related items. • Assists in coordination with consultants, furniture dealers, product reps and fabricators to meet overall project objectives. • Write and review specifications for FF&E and finishes using Spexx software. • Versed in detailing (cabinetry/millwork/custom or thematic elements) • Experience selecting and specifying lighting, furnishings, hardware, floor/window coverings, materials, and finishes. • Use computer-aided drafting (CAD and Revit) and related software to produce accurate and professional construction documents. • Works with project team to review work for design integrity, accuracy, clarity, and quality. • Responsible for some communication with other disciplines, vendors, and contractors to incorporate all information into project requirements. • General understanding and proficiency with building codes, ADA requirements, and electrical/data requirements. • Participates in product presentations to maintain knowledge of industry drivers, products and materials available in the market • Assist with review of RFIs and submittals during the Construction Administration Phase • Recognizes the financial aspect of a project and basic accounting principles involved in ensuring the project and firm’s profitability. • Understands the importance of growing and maintaining client relationships and the basic concept of business development. Skills: • AutoCAD and/or Revit • Specification writing • Knowledge of finishes, materials, furnishings and hospitality brand standards • Ability to effectively create presentations and communicate design concepts to clients and hotel franchisor's design review departments • Organization/Planning/Time Management • Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Photoshop/In Design • Math Aptitude/Budgeting • Attention to detail and highly organized • Ability to work effectively within a collaborative team environment • Friendly and professional communication skills, both verbal and written • Proven ability to build successful relationships with teammates, product vendors, and clients Work Conditions: • Full Time • Travel is minimal. Approximately 10 business days per year including annual industry trade-show, project site visits, vendor manufacturing facility tours, and annual all-team meeting. Company Descriptionwww.akdesigns.net instagram.com/akdesigngroup Founded in 2002 by Andrea K. Gillespie, AK Design Group, LLC is a hospitality interior design and FF&E procurement firm specialized in serving Hilton, Marriott, Hyatt, Choice and IHG franchise owners. AKDG has office locations in both Memphis, TN and Nashville, TN and a collective 40+ years of hospitality-specific interior design experience. Our firm prides itself on enduring relationships with its clients, hotel brand representatives, architects, general contractors, and hospitality vendors. The AKDG team has completed hundreds of projects with over 25 unique hotel brands across nearly 40 states and 2 Canadian provinces. The diversity of locations are one of the many energizing aspects of our business, and we thrive with the challenge of creatively incorporating client preferences and local flavor into each new project. AK Design Group has hospitality-specific interior design experience in downtown/urban areas, coastal locations, university markets, suburban office parks, and more. The Company has design studios in Brentwood, TN and Memphis, TN and headquarters in Brentwood.