Overview: A recognized practitioner and certified Interior Designer who possesses strong design and technical abilities and manages implementation documentation. Manages the firm’s resources (people, processes and tools) and assignments with proficiency, fluency and aptitude. Teaches and mentors staff and effectively embodies and expresses the firm’s values and mission. Responsibilities: Develops and manages initial design concepts and branding strategies in conjunction with owner requirements and project market position Continues to develop interiors concepts based on client vision, desire and architectural concept Utilizes creative thinking to achieve innovative solutions Prepares detailed implementation documents, designs, plans, models and schemes Assists in supervising the preparation of design details and implementation documents by project team Collaborates on all phases of the design process for respective project(s) including programming client needs, conceptual and schematic design, design development and construction document preparation Leads the management and/or documentation effort for respective interiors project(s) of varying sizes with minimal guidance Shares accountability for managing project program documents, schedules and finances to keep the project on schedule Effectively documents and conveys design requirements and design solutions to the broader design and construction team Collaborates in developing solutions to technical and design detail problems Coordinates client presentations and public hearings as needed Exercises skills of persuasion and negotiation on critical issues 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 Communicates with other disciplines, vendors and contractors to incorporate all information into project requirements Participates in product presentations to maintain knowledge of industry drivers, products and materials available on the market Participates in and leads 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 8+ years of experience Licenses and Certifications NCIDQ certification required Sustainable design accreditation 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; 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 Basic knowledge of furniture specifications software required, and of Navisworks preferred Intermediate knowledge of sustainability and integrated design guidelines required Intermediate knowledge of building codes and ability to research and incorporate into technical documents required Intermediate experience with FF&E to carry out design intent required Intermediate experience with managing and performing duties in a fast-paced environment preferred Intermediate ability to manage team with diplomatic leadership style which puts value on relationships and collaboration, both internal and external, required Intermediate ability to maintain existing client relationships and build new client relationships required Intermediate presentation skills required Intermediate organizational skills and the ability to work on multiple projects at the same time required Intermediate ability to communicate 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 collaborate and encourage collaboration in a team environment required Advanced ability to effectively meet deadlines at expected quality required Travel may be required Base Salary Range: $95-115k annually – Chicago and Washington DC locations only. The estimate displayed represents the general base salary range of candidates hired in the listed locations only. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range based on the location of the role. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. HKS offers a comprehensive total compensation & benefits package with health, dental, and vision care coverage, 401(k) plans, life & AD&D insurance, short/long term disability plans, paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, vacation), and much more for benefits-eligible employees. To learn more about our benefits visit this page. #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 We recommend selecting the location and/or country before selecting a job title when performing a search. Click on the link to drop your contact information and resume here so that your data becomes searchable for new positions! HKS is a global firm of architects, designers, planners and advisors who create places noted for their beauty and performance. Our 1,600 people in 29 offices are united by the belief that an environmental, social and governance approach to design achieves design excellence. In 2023, we became a carbon neutral firm. We value honesty, diversity and inclusion and we celebrate creative thinking. In partnership with our clients and collaborators, we craft powerful ideas and solutions. Together we create places that stand apart. HKS, Inc. provides reasonable accommodation in its application process for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with HKS, Inc. and need assistance applying for a posted position due to your disability, you may email us. Please use "Accommodation Request" as the subject line of your e-mail. 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