Interior Designer / Interior Architect

SAWA DESIGN STUDIO LLC; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Birthday Day off

Job summary

SAWA Design Studio LLC in Sarasota, FL is seeking an Interior Architect/Interior Designer to join our team. The role focuses on documentation and coordination with the Principal, requiring Revit experience and a strong design sensibility.

The candidate should bring 5+ years post-graduate experience, relevant education, and the ability to lead a small team while coordinating with consultants, contractors and clients. We offer a competitive salary and a collaborative studio culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in interior architecture/interior design degree required.
• 5+ years of post-graduate progressive experience.
• Proficient in Revit, AutoCAD, Illustrator, Photoshop, SketchUp; 3ds Max is a plus.
• Attention to detail and understanding of construction detailing.
• Experience coordinating with consultants, contractors and clients.
• Able to lead projects and direct a small team.
• Experience delivering furniture packages.
• Understanding of project sequencing.
• Florida project management experience.

Responsibilities

• Work with Principals and Lead Interior Designer on design, material and finish selections, documentation, and management.
• Conceptual design, schematic design, design development and construction documentation.
• Collaborate on furniture, fabrics, equipment, lighting and specifications.
• Produce millwork/furniture drawings and details meeting program requirements.
• Develop space planning concepts and program documents.
• Coordinate project teams for finished plans, specs for construction.
• Work with vendors, consultants, fabricators, and regulatory agencies.
• Assist in construction administration and review submittals.
• Assist in managing client expectations and team communication.
• Contribute to office activities and learning programs.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Project coordination

Team leadership

Communication

Construction knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in interior architecture/interior design

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Illustrator

Photoshop

SketchUp

3ds Max

Job description

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off

SAWA IS LOOKING FOR AN INTERIOR ARCHITECT / INTERIOR DESIGNER

Practice Description

SAWA Design Studio LLC is a full-service design studio located in Sarasota, Florida devoted to providing innovative design solutions for residential, commercial and hospitality projects. The SAWA Design team takes a collective approach to exploring design concepts and developing creative solutions for our client’s environments. Our team is committed to working closely with the client on each project, from initial concept to final construction, to ensure that each project milestone is a definitive celebration of our client’s vision for their home, workspace, or brand identity. Our broad spectrum of industry specialties includes interior design, lighting design, architectural integration, styling, custom furniture and furniture procurement.

YOUR ROLE

We are looking for Interior Architect/ Interior designer to join the Sarasota office. The Architect/Interior designer will be the team member primarily responsible for the documentation of the project, and coordination with the Principal. Candidates must have experience in Revit.

WHAT WILL YOU DO?

• Work closely with Firm Principals and Lead Interior Designer on project design, material and finish selections, project documentation, and management.
• Conceptual design, schematic design, design development and construction Documentation.
• Collaborate and participate in selection and documentation of furniture, fabrics, equipment, lighting and specifications.
• Produce millwork/furniture drawings and details, which meet various and specific program requirements while also representing an overall design concept.
• Develop space planning concepts and generate program documents.
• Provide project team coordination for the finished plans, specifications, and material selections required for construction
• Work with vendors, consultants, fabricators, and regulatory agencies to meet overall project objectives
• Participate in the construction administration of projects and review of submittals and finish samples, when necessary
• Assist in managing client expectations, team communication and consultant coordination
• Contribute to office activities, initiatives, and learning programs

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS

• Completed a bachelor’s in interior architecture/interior design degree is a must.
• Have a minimum of plus 5+ years of post-graduate progressive experience
• Computer skills required (2-5 years) : Revit, AutoCAD, Illustrator, Photoshop, SketchUp. 3ds Max is a plus.
• Possess exceptional attention to detail and good understanding of construction detailing in general.
• Confident in preparing documentation for permit and bid and construction.
• Possess a solid understanding of building codes.
• Experienced and comfortable to coordinate with consultants, contractors and clients as needed
• Are prepared and comfortable leading projects and directing a small team
• Are comfortable delivering large decorative (furniture) packages
• Have a solid understanding of project sequencing
• Have a proven track record of delivering projects through to construction and completion, including project management experience within Florida.

Candidates who do not provide work samples AND do not meet the minimum qualifications will not be considered.

Job Type: Part time/Full-time

WHAT WE OFFER YOU:

• An attractive salary package, appropriate to experience and skillset
• A strong commitment to supporting continuing professional development
• A social and supportive studio culture

BENEFITS:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Birthday Day off

BENEFIT CONDITIONS:

• Waiting period may apply
• Only full-time employees eligible

EDUCATION:

Bachelor's (Required)

EXPERIENCE:

• Revit: 1-2 years (Required)
• Interior Design: 5 years (Required)

COMPANY'S WEBSITE: www.SAWADESIGNSTUDIO.com

Life at SAWA

At SAWA, we are as committed to enjoying life as we are to delivering best-in-class design. We encourage our employees to lead a healthy and balanced life. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, paid holidays and paid time off. We also offer annual bonus opportunities. As part of the firm’s commitment to licensure and professional development, SAWA offers reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees. In addition, we reimburse tuition for certain eligible programs or classes. We view our professional development programs as strategic investments in our future.