Interior Designer

Job description / Role

Interior Designer
This position requires a highly-motivated individual with a minimum 8-12 years’ experience. The candidate will be required to work closely with both Procurement Team and Design Teams in developing interior design concepts. Will be required to work with key stakeholders to develop interior design schemes for key areas of projects and advising the Procurement Team on selection of appropriate Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment. Will be required to oversee the process from concept through to installation and this will involve reviewing and approving contractor’s shop drawings to ensure that the installation will reflect the original design intent. Site visits will also be required to oversee the quality of finishes. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, resourcefulness, strong written and oral communication skills, and the ability to work within a team. The candidate should have experience in sourcing high-end FF&E and finishes on large and small projects.

Job Scope

• Determine the client’s goals and requirements of the project
• Co ordinate space planning, layout and utilization of furnishings and equipment, and colour pattern coordination.
• Able to demonstrate ability to undertake the above responsibilities
• Able to understand and formulate design decisions and present for discussion
• Able to integrate design requirements with architecture
• Able to use a variety of media in the development and documentation of a design project
• Able to work well under pressure and meet deadlines efficiently
• Able to take initiative in response to direction or instruction
• Able to manage sensitive and confidential information
• Flexible and open attitude towards new ways of working and commitment to independent, lifelong learning
• Able to manage and prioritise tasks and time efficiently
• Self-motivated and able to take responsibility
• Able demonstrate initiative and a proactive approach to daily tasks
• Willingness to listen and learn from all members of the team
• Good interpersonal skills and able to work independently and as part of an effective team
• Able to build good relationships at all levels, internally and externally
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Able to work as part of an effective team assisting and supporting team members
• Resilient to cope with conflicting demands, able to prioritise duties and work effectively under pressure
• Understanding of the Design Managers role in the co-ordination and integration of project information and management
• Understanding of financial aspects of running a design project on time and on budget

Requirements

Key Accountabilities:

• Initiate effort and energy beyond the typical work day, where the tasks require additional commitment.
• Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as required.
• Review and prepare if required with the team where required, drawings, models, images, material & mood boards and other documents relating to the design.
• Liaise, where appropriate, with members of the external design team and other associated organisations or companies
• Contribute, or otherwise assist, as required

Qualifications / knowledge:
• Bachelor of Architecture or Bachelor of Science in ID.

Skills:
• Candidates should be proficient with, PhotoShop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc. CD level interior design production and experience is a plus, as is the ability to communicate design ideas with hand drawings.

About the Company

Service

Our aim is to provide our clients and candidates with a consistent, quality service that goes beyond the norm, giving them peace of mind and complete trust in our ability to meet their needs.

Knowledge

Big Fish consultants specialise in their fields and have extensive experience in the region and beyond. We take pride in our knowledge and network and believe that our relationships are built on trust and integrity and are made for the long term.

Care

At Big Fish, as well as caring for the people we work with, we also care about the world and environment we live in, that's why Big Fish support initiatives that promote human welfare, environmental protection and sustainability.