FF&E Interior Designer

Hunter Dunning; London; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A design studio in East London seeks an FF&E Interior Designer. The role involves developing bespoke furniture designs, managing projects from inception to completion, and liaising with clients and suppliers. A passion for design, 4+ years of experience, and strong communication skills are required. The position offers a salary up to £40,000 and additional benefits including holidays.

Benefits

23 days holiday + BH + Christmas and NY closure

Qualifications

• 4+ years post-graduate experience in residential or hospitality sectors.
• Strong experience in FF&E scheduling, ideally using Estimac.
• Ability to manage multiple FF&E projects.

Responsibilities

• Developing detailed designs and working on furniture selection.
• Managing FF&E CAD plans and client liaison.
• Overseeing installation of projects and maintaining FF&E library.

Skills

Project management

Presentation skills

Communication

Tools

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Adobe Suite

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FF&E Interior Designer Job in East London

An is now available with a design studio in East London. This is an exciting role, perfect for a multitasker looking to work across a range of aesthetics whilst collaborating with artisans, designing bespoke furniture and overseeing installations UK wide.

This design studio has over ten years of experience working across a variety of projects including small and large scale residential and commercial. Their services include interior design, FF&E, furnishing and procurement for private clients and developers.

They are currently looking for a passionate FF&E Designer who shares their love for innovation and craftsmanship to join their team on a permanent basis. The position will include working on projects from inception to completion, with a core focus on the design, selection and pricing of FF&E, as well as procurement and coordination.

Role & Responsibilities

• Developing detailed designs and working on furniture, lighting and finishes selection
• Working on bespoke designs and producing detailed schedules of all items and finishes
• Managing FF&E CAD plans, working up coordinated plans with RCPs and the Interior Designers GA’s and sections
• Taking responsibility for technical drawings in plans and elevations prior to presentations & delivery
• Ensuring that FF&E requirements on all projects are correctly sourced, ordered and delivered on time, on budget and to brief
• Managing projects efficiently, within schedule and budget
• Client liaison including presenting FF&E concepts, providing advice and supporting parties on specification and cost details
• Collaborating, negotiating, coordinating and liaising with suppliers
• Overseeing installation of projects ensuring that all FF&E, accessories and styling requirements are met
• Assisting in styling and supporting professional photography, when required
• Ensure that FF&E library/sample area is managed and maintained.

Required Skills & Experience

• 4+ years post-graduate experience in the residential or hospitality sectors
• A passion for FF&E, design, art and aesthetics, with a good knowledge of suppliers, product and specialist finishes and aware of current design trends
• Excellent presentation skills of both physical and digital mood boards & client presentations
• Ability to manage multiple FF&E projects
• Strong experience in FF&E scheduling, ideally using Estimac
• General knowledge of interior architecture with the ability to read and understand technical drawings, including furniture shop drawings
• Impeccable and concise communication and presentation skills, verbal and written
• Experience and ability to liaise directly with clients, project consultant teams, suppliers & contractors
• Competent in MS Office, AutoCAD, SketchUp and Adobe Suite.

What you get back

• Salary up to £40,000
• 23 days holiday + BH + Christmas and NY closure