Lead Interior Designer

Nicole Arnold Interiors•Carrollton, TX

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Nicole Arnold Interiors is seeking an intermediate to senior level Interior Designer to join our award-winning firm. We specialize in mid to high-end residential and commercial office projects and are well-known in the Dallas metroplex for our unique design aesthetic and unmatched client experience. Our dynamic company is growing and we are expanding our team to add an experienced interior designer. The ideal candidate is inspired by designing amazing spaces, enjoys a balance of autonomy and team involvement, is eager to “wow” our clients, and likes to have fun. Our culture is customer-oriented, results-focused with an exceptional service level, design-oriented, dynamic & stable, and team-oriented. We offer educational and hands-on opportunities for career advancement.

Requirements

Broad knowledge of industry vendors and product lines
Proven record of well-respected customer & workplace relationships
Ability to work nimbly in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a small team
Ability to manage multiple projects at the same time
Creative in problem-solving
Exceptional communication skills: verbal and written
Organized in time/project management in order to meet deadlines
Sophisticated sense of style
Positive attitude
Commitment to teamwork
Comfortable working with discerning clients
Excellent communication skills: verbal and written
Exceptional organizational and time-management skills
Results-driven to complete projects on time or ahead of schedule
Accurate mathematical ability
Notable customer service skills recognizing what's important to the luxury client
Innovative thinker
Microsoft Office proficient (PowerPoint, Excel, and Word)
CAD proficient
Experience with Asana or similar project management software
5 years of Interior Design and Furniture Sourcing at a residential interior design firm or furnishing showroom

Nice To Haves

Studio Designer and Photoshop experience are pluses

Responsibilities

Collaborating with the team on residential and commercial office projects from conception through to installation
Creating, sourcing and managing the design process from concept to install
Preparing the budget and professional presentation
Presenting design concepts to clients for buy-in and approval
Communicating with clients and managing with vendors throughout the project
Sourcing & designing for assigned projects
Attending initial consultation meetings or installations w/Principal (measuring space, note taking, developing budgets, etc.)
Space Planning (CAD or other drawings)
Managing FF&E
Preparing Presentations (layout on boards, digital layout, samples, etc)
Pricing custom products
Initiating proposals via Studio Designer
Leading independent meetings w/clients on behalf of Principal
Participating in installations at project sites