About the role
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:
$70,000.00 - $85,000.00 + Commission
What Highmark Companies offers to you:
Competitive Salary
Health Insurance – Company pays 100% of employee premium
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
Short-Term Disability Insurance (STDI)
Long-Term Disability Insurance (LTDI)
401(k) with a 3% company Safe Harbor contribution after 6 months (age 18+)
8 Paid Holidays
UNLIMITED Responsible Paid Time Off (RPTO)
Profit Sharing
Paid Employee Referral Program
Employee Discount Program
Great culture and team dynamic
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 budget
Selecting 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 completion
Inspecting 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 elements
Visit after the project to ensure that the client is satisfied
Communicate with Supervisors, Peers and Subcontractors by telephone, email, or in person on design requirements
Research of appliance specifications, various materials, accessories and more.
Consults with: Supervisors, Interior Design Staff, Project Managers, Subcontractors & Clients of Highmark Companies
Requirements
Qualifications
Creative thinking in developing, designing and creating new applications and ideas
Knowledge of the practices and principles of interior design
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
Knowledge of CAD or other Computer –aided design software
The ability to visualize concepts and explain them to others
Strong communication and negotiation skills
Good Organization skills, to ensure each project stays on schedule and is completed within the allowed budget
Knowledge of the preparation of proposals and specifications for interior design work
Have 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 transportation
Valid Driver’s License
Must pass a background check
CAD 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)