Sr. Interior Designer (Hybrid)

At Browning Day, our portfolio spans a broad range of project types. You can anticipate working on projects within civic, cultural, healthcare, higher education, hospitality, mixed-use, preservation and reuse, sports and wellness, and workplace. Our success is based on the client’s vision coming to life and includes a team of Architects, Interior Designers, Landscape Architects, Planners, and support staff who play a part in solving complex design problems. We are seeking a Senior Interior Designer who will add their skills and creativity to our diverse projects.

Core Responsibilities:

• Support Studio Director with mentoring, training, interviewing, onboarding of staff, directing workflow, and overall quality of work.
• Oversee all phases of a design project: budget, schedule, design, documentation, specifications, bid process, and construction administration (including the selection, specification, and installation coordination of furniture).
• Participate in select marketing and business development opportunities.
• Maintain positive client relationships, foster a commitment to provide excellent client service.
• Collaborate with clients to determine initial goals and requirements for the project.
• Conduct programming efforts, including information gathering and analysis.
• Develop, organize, and execute innovative design concepts that are practical, aesthetically pleasing, safe, compliant, and that meet the goals of the project.
• Responsible for selection, documentation, management and coordination of materials and furnishings to meet project requirements, including project type requirements and budget.
• Prepare sketches or other visual aids to demonstrate design concepts to the client.
• Use design applications to prepare and illustrate final plans.
• Proactively manage project schedule, budget, design staff, and consultant teams to meet the needs of the project.
• Communicate and coordinate information across disciplines, vendors, and contractors.
• Maintain current knowledge of trends, materials, techniques, and other industry developments.
• Ensure documents adhere to building and ADA / FHA codes.
• Implement Browning Day standards for all project deliverables and processes.
• Incorporate sustainable design solutions into all projects.
• Perform other related duties as assigned or required.

Skills & Qualifications

• Passion for the work and desire to improve people's lives.
• Possess creative talent in the communication of complex and diverse conceptual design ideas.
• Detail-oriented with excellent problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Excellent ability to create aesthetically pleasing, appropriate, and functional interior designs.
• Practiced skills in time management and prioritizing work.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Capable in public speaking, training, and presentation skills.
• Enjoys working in a team environment.
• Advanced knowledge in the following:
  • Best practices within the profession.
  • Design principles and the ability to interpret design concepts for implementation.
  • Design trends, construction methodology, and material application/manufacturer appropriateness.
  • Furniture and furniture systems, architectural/interior finishes, lighting design, building systems coordination, and documentation standards and requirements.
  • Building regulations and safety / ADA / FHA codes.
  • Design techniques, tools, production of technical plans, drawings, and models.
  • Proficiency in the following:
    • MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
    • AutoCAD
    • Revit
    • Scheduling Software (Team Gantt)
    • Financial / Accounting Software (Deltek Vantagepoint)
    • Knowledge of 3D Modeling software (ex: 3D Studio Max, SketchUp, Viz)
    • Preferred knowledge of Affinity Photo, Designer, and Publisher
• Satisfactory completion of a background screening.
• Bachelor's degree in Interior Design or related field required.
• Must be a professional Interior Designer and have passed the NCIDQ exam (or complete within an agreed-upon timeline).
• Typical professional experience: Minimum 7 years as a Project Designer.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

• Competitive salary and generous paid time off package.
• Opportunity to earn an annual bonus.
• Excellent health insurance, vision, dental, and 401K retirement plans.
• Flexible schedule within a hybrid remote work environment.
• Chance to be a part of a creative and supportive team.

Please Provide

• Your resume.
• A brief portfolio and examples of your work.

Browning Day believes that diversity drives innovation and collaboration. We are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer and providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, experience, merit, and business needs.