Senior Interior Designer

SENIOR INTERIOR DESIGNER

The Sr. Interior Designer is a senior role and will analyze, plan, design, document, and manage interior related projects with a thorough understanding of building design, fire, life-safety, and energy codes, standards, and guidelines. As an Interior Designer on a multitude of projects, project types, teams, and working with multiple project managers, the designer needs to be able to be flexible, organized, and efficient.

THE SR. INTERIOR DESIGNER AT CPL

The Sr. Interior Designer performs analyses, prepares plans, produces designs, and compiles documentation for projects relating to interiors. The Sr. Interior Designer works on a multitude of project types and alongside a variety of teams of project managers. He/she must have a deep understanding of building design, fire and life safety, energy codes, standards, and guidelines.

The Sr. Interior Designer may serve as the point of contact for the client while maintaining relationships, deadlines, schedules, and coordination with the team. The designer should be proficient at Revit, rendering, and presentations working with the Owner and Project Manager to provide a high-level design on every project. In this position, you will contribute to complex projects that are moderate to large in size.

Additionally, coordination of schedules and project requirements is essential in this position. A Sr. Interior Designer is a team leader and as such, will manage and assist with mentorship and training with less experienced designers.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE

• You earned a BS in interior design – or a related field – from an accredited institution
• You have at least six (6) years of industry experience
• Additional applicable certifications and degrees are a major plus
• Ability to prioritize critical tasks.
• Strong verbal and written communication/presentation skills.
• Positive attitude and highly accountable.
• NCIDQ certification is required.
• If applicable, Certified Interior Designer.
• Proficiency in Revit, Microsoft Office, and Adobe Creative Suites (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) required.
• Knowledgeable in proposals per Interior Design approach and participate in interviews, proposals, and marketing.
• Increase knowledge and practice of sustainability.
• Detail-oriented with excellent problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Proficient in writing and reviewing specifications.
• Ability to build new and maintain existing client relationships
• Ability to lead a high-performing team and work on multiple projects concurrently.
• Ability to collaborate on innovative solutions and facilitate a team environment.
• Ability to effectively meet deadlines at expected quality.
• Ability and willingness to participate in internal culture and business development which may occur evenings or on weekends.

CORE DUTIES

• Understand and implement public health and safety codes including accessibility and environmental.
• guidelines.
• Develop program and space planning during Schematic Design and Design Development.
• Participate in field measurements, verifications, and scanning technology of existing conditions.
• Lead and participate in client meetings and act as primary client contact.
• Manage and model 3D, floor plans, reflected ceiling plans, interior elevations, detailing, schedules, and finish documents. Additional drafting will be required as the project, and team require.
• Select finishes, furniture, fixtures, and equipment per project requirements.
• Develop presentations (virtual and physical) including, but not limited to, renderings and video
• walkthroughs.
• Consult with manufacturer's sales representatives and technicians.
• Build and strengthen connections through a comprehensive understanding of the project missions, goals, and policies.
• Manage the project and client needs through analysis, evaluation, and development of the program, objectives, and project requirements, including post-occupancy evaluation and sharing lessons learned.
• Collaborate on the design process including kickoff and programming client needs, conceptual and schematic design, design development, construction documentation, construction administration, and furnishings selections and purchases.
• Led consultants and technical team efforts to facilitate the effective execution of project design and the delivery of implementation documents.
• Coordinate project team interaction both internally and with all other project participants.
• Oversees application of products and materials appropriate for the project.
• Utilize creative thinking to achieve innovative solutions.
• Coordinate with Architects, Engineers, Sub-consultants, and Contractors.
• Supervisory requirements, including recruitment and retention of talent including:
  1. Engage and foster the growth of CPL team members. Provide encouragement and regular feedback; and serve as a mentor/example for all levels of the team.
  2. Manage/oversee career conversations with your team on an established schedule (annual career conversations, regular check-ins, and the development of career plans for each team member)
  3. Develop future leaders within the organization (train your replacement)
  4. Engage, motivate, and lead internal and external stakeholders to develop strategies and plans to move the organization in the desired direction.
  5. Influence people through effective communication
  6. Promote justice, diversity, and fairness in the organization.

WHAT WE OFFER:  CPL cares about your future with us! That’s why we offer the following benefits to you and your family: 

• Internal Mobility & Career Advancement
• Healthcare for you and your family including spouse coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision & Prescription insurance. Single Plans with 100% paid premium
• Flexible Time Off + 8 Holidays a year
• Retirement Savings Plan - Contribution from CPL to grow your retirement funds.
• Tuition Assistance: You may be eligible for continuing education assistance.
• Student Loan Assistance Program: CPL will contribute up to a maximum of $100 a month for 5 years ($6,000 total) towards student loan debt. 
• Licensure Assistance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance Company/team member premium sharing
• Flexible Spending Account $5,000 dependent childcare annually paid 100% by team member pre-taxes. 
• FREE Life Insurance and AD+D Insurance 
• Voluntary Short-Term Disability Insurance

WHAT DOES LOOK LIKE WORKING HERE?  We believe that building a strong community is about establishing a prevailing sense of fellowship among our team members, friends, and neighbors.

• Collaboration – working with others towards the best solution, placing great emphasis on the collective wisdom of our internal teams.
• Family – celebrating others’ successes, genuinely caring about the happiness and well-being of our team members and recognizing their own families as extensions of the CPL family.
• Fun – not taking oneself too seriously, fully understanding that fun at work is conducive to productivity.
• Inspiration – contributing to an uplifting workplace that facilitates growth and success by maintaining a positive, upbeat attitude.
• Integrity – doing what is ethically right and providing reliable follow-through on commitments.
• Ingenuity – seeking new opportunities and consistently identifying unexpected and practical ways to solve problems.

The rate for this position generally ranges between $60K $98k annually. This range is a good faith estimate provided pursuant to the New York Pay Transparency Law. It is based on what a successful New York applicant might be paid and assumes that the successful candidate will be in New York or perform the position from New York. Similar positions located outside of New York will not necessarily receive the same compensation. Actual pay rates may vary from the range, as permitted by New York Equal Pay Transparency Law. Compensation offers will be based on various factors, including operational needs, individual education, qualifications and experience, work location and comparison to employees already in the role, as well as other considerations permitted by law. A potential new employee's pay history will not be used in compensation decisions.

CPL does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiting professionals or agencies, nor do we accept resumes from any source that does not reference a specific, open position. CPL will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resumes submitted by recruiting professionals or agencies that do not have a current placement fee agreement with CPL. All initial communication with recruiting professionals or agencies must go through our Talent Acquisition Team.