Interior Designer, Texas

Bureau of Human Affairs•Houston, TX

20d

About The Position

Martin Brûlé Studio is seeking an experienced, motivated Interior Designer to work closely with its internal Design Team and support the efficient execution of projects within deadline constraints. The role focuses on high-end renovations and architectural projects, including all phases of interior architecture and design documentation. The ideal candidate has experience at a top interior design firm and strong capabilities in concept development, design and construction documents, and project management. The Designer works directly with the firm’s principal designers to help bring projects to completion within timelines and budgets. Candidates should be extremely organized, detail-oriented, and creative. The studio is hiring for multiple levels and years of experience. Applicants are asked to upload a portfolio instead of a cover letter.

Requirements

Experience with high-end renovations and architectural projects, including all phases of interior architecture and design documentation.
Strong knowledge of concept development, design and construction documents, and project management.
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and creative.
Knowledge of New York City and Paris design resources, including furniture, fabrics, wall coverings, vendors, and artisans.
Extensive knowledge of design history, design techniques, tools, and principles used to produce precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
Knowledge of industry terminology for architectural materials such as flooring and tile or stone, as well as custom furniture and window treatments.
Clear understanding of ordering and production processes.
Knowledge of customer and personal service principles, including assessing customer needs, meeting service quality standards, and evaluating customer satisfaction.

Nice To Haves

Experience working for a top interior design firm.

Responsibilities

Work directly with the Head of Design and Senior Designers to see projects through from inception to completion.
Assist the Head of Design and Senior Designers with project management across multiple simultaneous projects.
Attend design meetings and installations with the Head of Design, and prepare meeting minutes and task lists for distribution.
Create furniture plans, elevations, reflected ceiling plans (RCPs), millwork drawings, and custom furniture drawings.
Use computer-aided drafting (CAD) and related software to produce construction documents.
Manage personal timelines and priorities as part of a cross-functional team and collaboratively meet tight deadlines.
Assist with coordination of finish plans, specifications, and material selections.
Build client presentations.
Use presentation tools including Adobe Suite, Microsoft Office, and Keynote.
Use project management tools such as Asana and Excel.
Research and source interior products and relevant interior finishes and materials for review.
Maintain and organize project folders containing related drawings, specifications, schedules, and other materials.
Conduct site visits to supervise or check in as needed.
Advise clients on interior design factors, including space planning, layout, furnishings or equipment, and color coordination.