Senior Interior Designer

Description Summary: Senior Interior Designer at Ruby + Suede, you will play a pivotal role in transforming spaces into functional and aesthetically pleasing environments. Located in Minnesota's Twin Cities metro area, this position allows you to leverage your creativity and expertise to deliver outstanding designs that reflect our clients' visions. Senior Interior Designers at Ruby + Suede plan, design and coordinate the creation or renovation of the spaces we live and work in. As skilled Senior Interior Designers we need to be able to produce an interior that is personalized to client’s taste and serves a functional purpose. You’ll consider elements such as safety, traffic flow, comfort, and style in your designs. Along with providing furniture and furnishing to complete the overall project while meeting client’s expectations and budget needs. Pay: $50K - $62K + Commission Benefits 401(k)401(k) matchingDental insuranceEmployee discountHealth insuranceHealth savings accountLife insurancePaid time offProfit sharingReferral programVision insurance Schedule Monday to Friday Responsibilities Meeting with clients and other tradespeople such as architects or builders to discuss the needs of the client.Developing designs according to a brief that are functional, appealing and appropriate for the space.Using design software (such as Chief Architect) to create models and visuals.Researching and preparing plans, diagrams or sketches for interior constructions, materials, finishes, lighting, furniture and furnishing.Select furniture, materials, decor and finishes while keeping within budgetSelecting suppliers of materials and labor.Estimating costs and submitting quotes for client approval.Work within timely schedules to coordinate the completion of tasks through to final project completionInspecting and supervising the work of tradespeople to ensure that quality and safety standards, costs and deadlines are met.Place orders for materials and oversee installing the design elementsVisit after the project to ensure that the client is satisfiedCommunicate with Supervisors, Peers and Subcontractors by telephone, email, or in person on design requirementsResearch of appliance specifications, various materials, accessories and more.Consults with: Supervisors, Interior Design Staff, Project Managers, Subcontractors & Clients of Highmark Companies What Highmark Companies Offers To You Competitive WageCompany Vehicle + Fuel CardHealth Insurance- Company pays 100% of employee premiumHealth Savings AccountDentalVision401K + Company MatchingPaid HolidaysPaid time offProfit SharingPaid Employee Referral ProgramGreat culture and team dynamic Requirements Qualifications Creative thinking in developing, designing and creating new applications and ideasKnowledge of the practices and principles of interior designAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationshipsKnowledge of CAD or other Computer –aided design softwareThe ability to visualize concepts and explain them to othersStrong communication and negotiation skillsGood Organization skills, to ensure each project stays on schedule and is completed within the allowed budgetKnowledge of the preparation of proposals and specifications for interior design workHave an associate degree or certificate in a 2-3 year program, or a bachelor’s degree in Interior Design / Fine Arts. Or enrolled in an Interior design program and looking for an apprenticeship.Must have own transportationValid Driver’s LicenseMust pass a background checkCAD or other Computer –aided design software: 2 years (Required)designing and creating new applications and ideas: 2 years (Required)Knowledge of the practices and principles of interior design: 2 years (Required)Establishing & maintaining effective working relationships: 2 years (Required)Ability to visualize concepts & explain them to others: 2 years (Required)Strong communication and negotiation skills: 2 years (Required)Project organization skills: 2 years (Required)Ensuring projects stays on schedule: 1 year (Required)Ensuring each project is completed within the allowed budget: 1 year (Required)