Senior Interior Designer

Who You Are: At Kinetic, we seek individuals who embody our core values of courageous authenticity, dynamic innovation, adaptability, approachable community, and compassionate support. As a Senior Interior Designer, you are integral to our firm's mission and vision, demonstrating a love for learning and a hunger for the knowledge our Krew has to offer. You are a driven individual, always willing to go the extra mile to support your project teams and contribute to the firm's mission. Your work and attitude reflect our commitment to excellence, and you play a crucial role in helping us achieve our vision. In this role, you have the hands-on experience in Interior design, detailing, and rendering, to support our project teams and furthering your own professional development. What Pre-Requisites You’ll Have: · Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Interior Design or Interior Architecture · Roughly 6-8+ years experience – In commercial interior design as it relates to architecture · NCIDQ Certification · All Skill-sets from Interior Designer II job role What Skill-Sets You’ll Possess: · Technical Understanding: Deep knowledge of building design and construction aspects. Understand materials, building codes, and sustainability practices. · Feasibility: Ensure that your imaginative designs are feasible and compliant with regulations and construction methods with the client’s budget in mind. · Design Process: Understanding the architectural design process from concept to execution. · Design Principles: Grasp architectural and interior design principles and techniques. Apply this knowledge to create innovative and functional designs. · Knowledge of Revit, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, and rendering software · in Adobe Photoshop and other Creative Suite • Level Interior Design Production Tasks, including: • Modeling large, complex projects • Execute Full Drawings Sets of interior design related sheets for Large, complex Projects • Millwork Sections and Details for Large, complex projects • Unique and Custom Details • Code Compliance/ Egress Sheets for Large, complex projects • Other Production tasks • Level Interior Design tasks, including • Participating in Design Charettes • Independently Execute Exhibits and Studies, as needed • Independent advanced level design work • Take Field Measurements and autonomously create existing conditions per Kinetic’s standards · Performs Quality Control checks at each stage of the project before handoff to the QC Committee on assigned projects. • Prepare a schematic or DD level client presentation. • Mentoring/Assisting other production staff as needed. · Self-sufficient in task execution and proactive in meeting project needs with the ability to handle most production tasks autonomously with little direction. • Work with Junior Interior staff to maintain interior design standards · Creativity: Interior design thrives on creativity. You must conceptualize and visualize innovative spaces that are both beautiful and practical. A strong sense of design aesthetics and spatial relationships is essential. · Imagination: Imagine the end result even before the first line is drawn. Your designs should not only meet clients’ requirements but also positively impact the built environment. · Communication: Effective communication is vital. You’ll collaborate with colleagues, clients, and consultants. Clear communication ensures successful project outcomes. · Flexibility: Adaptability is key. The real-world architectural environment may differ from academic settings. Be open to learning new ways of doing things. Be open to learning new software and techniques as the field evolves. · Teamwork: As part of a diverse team, you’ll collaborate with architects, engineers, and contractors. Being a team player is essential. · Attention to Detail: Precision matters in architectural drawings and specifications. · Problem-Solving: Real-world challenges require creative solutions. Think critically and find efficient ways to address issues. · Time Management: Balancing multiple tasks and deadlines is common. Effective time management ensures productivity. · Professionalism: Maintain a positive attitude, be punctual, and respect workplace norms. · Organization: As part of the leadership level of production it is our job to make sure each project we are assigned is running smoothly. Being organized is one of the best ways to accomplish success. · Elevated Confidence: Be able to manage a team, discuss design with clients, and have success in your projects with a level of confidence that comes with experience. · Interior design related management skills: Maintain up to date information of interior related codes and regulations as well as design, presentation, graphic, and management techniques. How You'll Integrate: Day-to-Day: · Fully competent in all conventional aspects of commercial interior design as it relates to architecture. Independently performs a variety of assignments requiring skills in all conventional aspects of interior designs for projects of moderate size and complexity. Performs analyses of design, planning, and occupancy studies, and limited design layouts. Prepares project specifications, compiling and analyzing relevant data. Writes reports and specifications. Reviews completed reports, plans, estimates, and calculations. · Independently solves problems encountered with little supervision. · Coach and train younger interior design staff and manage their production efforts on the project??? · You’ll engage in a variety of tasks that contribute to the architectural process. · Collaborate with all levels of Kinetic staff to create architectural and interior designs, renders, and client schematic presentations. · Use software like Revit, AutoCAD, and Lumion. · Direct and assist with Kinetic staff to complete construction drawings using Revit/AutoCAD. Generate finish plans, interior elevations, millwork details and sections, ceiling plans and FF&E plans. · Ensure accurate communication of design intent to contractors and builders. · Attend client meetings and interact with client to present design proposals to grasp project requirements and objectives as well as take detailed notes during those meetings to help inform design decisions. Will communicate design ideas effectively through visual presentations and discussions. · Attend internal design charettes and help conduct precedent study research. · Conduct site visits to gather information on existing conditions, constraints, and context for design projects. Understand the physical environment where the project will be implemented. · Stay informed about local building codes, zoning regulations, and legal requirements. Ensure that interior design adhere to safety standards and legal guidelines. • Select appropriate materials, finishes, and building systems. Specify materials and construction methods in compliance with industry standards. · Collaborate with engineers, landscape architects. Architects, and clients to ensure a seamless integration of all aspects of the project design. · Participate in continuous learning and Professional Development such as attending workshops, conferences and industry events to stay updated on design techniques. · Explore new technologies and tools to enhance your skills. · Supports Project Designer/Project Architect in completing the project from start to finish and assists Project Manager with any coordination/administration efforts for a successful collaboration. · Stay up to date with the current design techniques, materials, and best practices · Maintain library cleanliness and organization such as recycling boxes, returning loose samples, packaging samples to be returned. · Collaborate with Interior intern and Interior Designer I to schedule rep meetings · Order samples for related projects · Actively collaborating with the Kinetic Interior Design Krew · Follow all aspects of Kinetic’s HR Handbook. Job Type: Full-time Benefits: • 401(k) matching • Flexible schedule • Parental leave Schedule: • No nights • No weekends Ability to Commute: • Springfield, MO 65807 (Required) Ability to Relocate: • Springfield, MO 65807: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person