Interior Designer II - ROAM

**Overview:** Exercises independent judgment in evaluation, selection and use of standard techniques, and solves problems when encountered. A certified Interior Designer who possesses and applies a diversified knowledge of interior design principles, practices and procedures to complete assignments with originality and ingenuity. Anticipates job expectations and contributes to project and design solutions. **Responsibilities:** * Collaborates on all phases of the design process including programming client needs, conceptual and schematic design, design development, document preparation and construction administration * Collaborates in the development of interiors concepts based on client vision, desire, project scope and architectural concept * Utilizes creative thinking to achieve innovative solutions * Generates renderings and visual presentations that convey the design concepts to the client and generates finish plans, specifications and material selections needed for construction * Provides design support and implementation documentation during completion and execution of design concepts * May coordinate documentation effort for interiors projects of varying sizes with minimal guidance * Maintains awareness of project program documents and schedules, including effectively meeting deadlines * Participates in and may assist in leading design presentations internally and externally * Effectively collaborates on implementation documentation and conveys design requirements and solutions to the broader design and construction team * Participates in the selection and presentation of furniture, fixtures and equipment (FF&E), color palettes and lighting to incorporate responsible and sustainable design practices * Coordinates and may lead client presentations * Collaborates in the development of cost estimates for design proposals * Coordinates with project team on review and approval of final interior and exterior programming, design development documents, construction documents, furnishings selections and purchases, RFIs and submittals * Participates in product presentations to maintain knowledge of industry drivers, products and materials available on the market * Communicates with other disciplines, product representatives, furniture dealers, and fabricators and contractors to incorporate all information into project requirements * Participates in and may lead team meetings to discuss project issues, technical issues and coordination with other disciplines * May prepare meeting minutes **Qualifications:** **Education and Experience** * Accredited professional degree in Interior Design, Architecture or related field * Typically 5+ years of experience **Licenses and Certifications** * NCIDQ certification required * Sustainable design accreditation strongly preferred **Knowledge, Skills and Abilities** Advanced – expert-level experience, knowledge or skills Intermediate – experience, knowledge or skills required to produce high-quality solutions or work Basic – familiar with primary concepts or capabilities and can perform elementary functions * Advanced experience and skills in Revit, Bluebeam, Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign required * Advanced experience in Twinmotion, Enscape or other visualization tools required * Intermediate experience and skills in Rhino, Grasshopper and Dynamo required; advanced preferred * Intermediate skills in AI design tools and virtual reality such as VR headsets and Yulio required * Intermediate skills in MS Office Suite preferred * Intermediate knowledge of sustainability and integrated design guidelines required * Intermediate knowledge of furniture, fixtures and equipment (FF&E) to carry out design intent preferred * Basic knowledge of furniture specifications software required, and of Navisworks preferred * Basic knowledge of building codes and ability to research and incorporate into technical documents required * Intermediate experience with managing and performing duties in a fast-paced environment required * Intermediate organizational skills and ability to work on multiple projects at the same time required * Basic ability to communicate and present ideas in a clear, concise and professional manner both verbally and in writing preferred * Intermediate ability to problem solve and apply innovative solutions required * Intermediate ability to work and collaborate in a team environment required * Advanced ability to effectively meet deadlines at expected quality required * Travel may be required #LI-KT1 If you currently work for HKS, please submit your application via the **Internal Careers Portal**. HKS is an EEO/AA Employer: M/F/Disabled/Veteran