Technical Interior Designer

dhk Architects; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is looking for a skilled Interior Designer who can blend creativity with technical expertise. This role involves managing projects independently, from initial design to final handover, ensuring that all documentation is meticulously prepared and that communication with clients and suppliers is seamless. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in hospitality, retail, and commercial design, with a proven ability to navigate the complexities of construction methods. Join a dynamic team that values creativity and collaboration, and help shape spaces that truly reflect the identity of their clients.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years' experience in corporate interior design and space planning.
• Strong understanding of construction methods and local supplier market.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects from inception to handover, ensuring adherence to regulations.
• Generate technical documentation and liaise with suppliers and project managers.

Skills

Interior Design

Technical Drawing

Project Management

Communication Skills

Presentation Skills

Construction Methods

Collaboration

Education

Tertiary Technical Interior Design qualification

Tools

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Revit

Job description

The opportunity:

dhk Interior Design is a vibrant and dynamic team of interior designers who are breaking the mould of what makes great design. We don’t believe in designing for trends. Rather, we believe in creating interior spaces that work hard for our clients, using colour, texture, form and materials to express who they are. Our work is contemporary but timeless. We design for leading blue-chip and boutique clients in the hospitality, multi-residential, commercial, retail and education sectors. And we love what we do.

If this sounds like your dream team and you can tick all the boxes below, then we want to meet you.

The role:

We are seeking a good all-rounder. A technically skilled Interior Designer who excels in both design and technical drawing and is also experienced and capable of managing projects independently. This role focuses on detailed project documentation and oversight during construction, requiring excellent internal and external communication and presentation skills, demonstrating a strong grasp of technical feasibility. Experience in Hospitality, Retail, and Commercial sectors is a must.

Roles and responsibilities:

• Taking ownership of and responsibility for projects from inception to handover.
  
• Technical design development in adherence with regulations.
  
• Generating technical and construction documentation package.
  
• Liaising with suppliers, site and project manager.
  
• Facilitating project handovers.
  
• Supporting the growth and development of the business.
  

Experience, skills and expertise required:

• Tertiary Technical Interior Design qualification.
  
• 5 - 7 years' experience working with corporate interior design and space planning.
  
• Clear understanding of construction methods.
  
• Extensive knowledge of the local supplier market and service delivery in SA.
  
• A consistent and methodical approach to work including following up.
  
• The ability to collaborate with a team and be flexible and adaptable.
  
• Excellent communication skills (in English) and presentation skills.
  
• Excellent AutoCad, Sketchup and Revit skills are essential.
  
• Candidates must be eligible to work in South Africa.
  
• Valid Drivers Licence.
  

Salary is dependent on experience.