Design Professional I - Interior Design, ROAM

HKS, Inc.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

HKS, Inc. is seeking a junior interior designer to support project teams by performing basic design and technical tasks under supervision.

You will revise drawings, renderings and presentations and assist with interior plans, elevations and details in a collaborative environment in Dallas, TX. The role involves coordinating with vendors, participating in team meetings, and contributing to sustainable and integrated design concepts while learning from senior designers.

Qualifications

• Experience with interior design/architecture software and concepts.
• Ability to revise drawings and renderings under supervision.
• Familiarity with site surveys and coordinating with vendors.
• Strong interest in sustainable and integrated design.

Responsibilities

• Revise drawings, presentations and renderings under lead designer.
• Assist in preparing interior plans, elevations, details.
• Organize files, materials and displays.
• Assist in developing interiors concepts based on client vision and project scope.
• Coordinate with vendors and product manufacturers reps during finish sample procurement.
• Participate in team meetings to discuss project issues and coordination.
• Assist with RFIs and submittals during Construction Administration.
• Conduct research for the project team.

Skills

Revit

Rhino

Grasshopper

Dynamo

Twinmotion

Enscape

AI design tools

VR headsets

Bluebeam

Photoshop

Illustrator

InDesign

MS Office

Navisworks

Sustainability knowledge

FF&E knowledge

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Multi-project management

Education

Accredited degree in Interior Design/Architecture

Tools

Revit

Rhino

Grasshopper

Dynamo

Twinmotion

Enscape

Bluebeam

Photoshop

Illustrator

InDesign

MS Office

Navisworks

Job description

Overview

Supports project teams using a wide range of developing professional skills. Performs basic design and technical tasks requiring application of standard techniques and knowledge while working under general supervision. Eager to learn, highly organized and willing to contribute creatively to the team.

Responsibilities

• Revises drawings, presentations and renderings as assigned under direction of lead designer
• Assists with preparing implementation document sets (i.e., interior plans, fixture plans, elevations, details)
• Organizes files, materials and displays
• Assists in developing and managing furniture and interior fittings packages
• May complete site surveys, field verification and test fit plans
• Assists with the development of interiors concepts based on client vision, desire, project scope and architectural concept
• Utilizes creative thinking to achieve innovative solutions
• Conducts research (i.e., conceptual, site, client, materials) for the project team
• May communicate with and coordinate with vendors and product manufacturers representatives during finish sample procurement and selection
• May participate in communication with other disciplines, consultants and contractors to incorporate all information into project requirements
• May assist with review of RFIs and submittals during the Construction Administration Phase
• May participate in product presentations to maintain knowledge of industry drivers, products and materials available on the market
• Participates in and contributes to in team meetings to discuss project issues, technical issues and coordination with other disciplines

Education and Experience

• Accredited professional degree in Interior Design, Architecture or related field
• Typically 0-3 years of experience

Licenses and Certifications

• On the path to NCIDQ certification
• Sustainable design accreditation preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Advanced – expert-level experience, knowledge or skills

Intermediate – experience, knowledge or skills required to produce high-quality solutions or work

Basic – familiar with primary concepts or capabilities and can perform elementary functions

• Basic experience and skills in Revit, Rhino, Grasshopper and Dynamo required; intermediate preferred
• Intermediate experience in Twinmotion, Enscape or other visualization tools; advanced preferred
• Intermediate skills in AI design tools and virtual reality such as VR headsets and Yulio required
• Basic experience in Bluebeam, Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign graphic software required
• Basic skills in MS Office Suite required
• Basic knowledge of furniture specifications software required, and of Navisworks preferred
• Basic knowledge of sustainability and integrated design guidelines required
• Basic knowledge of furniture, fixtures and equipment (FF&E) to carry out design intent required
• Basic ability to communicate in a clear, concise and professional manner both verbally and in writing preferred
• Basic ability to problem solve and collaborate on innovative solutions required
• Basic ability to work in team environment required
• Basic ability to work on multiple projects at the same time required
• Basic ability to effectively meet deadlines at expected quality required
• Travel may be required

HKS is an EEO/AA Employer: M/F/Disabled/Veteran