Interior Design Project Manager

Interior Design Project Manager

​Mon.-Fri. Flexible hours between 8am-6pm (40 Hours)

Description of the Position:

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The Corporate Interior Design Project Manager is responsible for the management of the design and documentation of corporate Interior Design Projects and is responsible for client management, project schedules, project budgets, and project profitability. They may work on standalone Interior Design Projects or on the interior portions of architectural projects. Manages the design of interior spaces, preparation of space plans, selection of finishes, materials, furniture, window treatments and artwork. Manages the preparation of schematic design, design development, and construction documents for Interior Design Projects or interior elements of architectural projects. Responsible for overseeing the conceptual design philosophy for the interior elements of the project.

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Responsibilities:

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• Manages the production of documents, which convey design intent. This includes the preparation of interior presentation drawings, space plans, interior elevations, millwork elevations, floor pattern plans, ceiling plans and schedules.
• Manages the preparation of space planning, conceptual, schematic design, design development, construction documents and specifications.
• Reviews and approves the selection of interior finishes, materials, furniture, window treatment and artwork.
• Reviews and approves interior finish sample boards prepared by Interior Design staff.
• Responsible for technical and code research on Interior Design issues.
• Prepares, or reviews and approves, project programs and documentation of client requirements.
• Responsible for construction administration activities for a range of Interior Design issues.
• Leads client meetings and assumes responsibility for preparation of agendas, schedules and meeting documentation.
• Prepares and monitors project budgets and schedules.
• Creates proposals and letters of agreement for Interior Design projects.
• Manages consulting engineers on Interior Design projects.
• Responsible for all project documentation.
• Reviews and approves project and consultant invoices.
• Participates in annual employee evaluations of Interior Design Staff.
• Participates in marketing activities for Interior Design Projects.
• Participates in professional organizations.

Essential requirements:

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Educational Requirements:

• A Bachelors degree in Interior Design or equivalent program from an accredited University.

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Registration Requirements:

• Licensure is required.

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Years of Experience:

• Approximately ten or more years of experience in Interior Design required.

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Technical Skills:

• Proficient in the use of the following computer software programs: AutoCAD, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, NewForma, WebEx, Bluebeam, InDesign and other graphic software programs.
• Proficient in the use of BIM modeling software (Revit) and the firms' modeling standards.

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Other Requirements:

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• Very strong Interior Design skills and creative abilities.
• Very strong design presentation skills and ability to communicate design intent.
• Strong client management skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment as well as lead a team if necessary.
• Extensive knowledge of interior space planning, design and construction, furniture, and interior materials.
• Knowledge of building engineering systems.
• Extensive knowledge of interior code requirements.
• Strong ability to develop space program requirements.
• Very strong ability to lead the production of Interior Design presentation materials and documentation.
• Experienced with construction administration phase activities regarding Interior Design issues.
• Ability to develop and monitor project schedules and budgets.
• Must be willing to meet job obligations and firm's commitments, as well as any other activity or task deemed necessary by immediate supervisor or Principals.