Lead Interior Designer/Project Manager

Position Summary:

This position is responsible for providing oversight of all elements of the design and construction process including programming, space planning, schematic/design development, construction documents, specifications for general contractors, and all aspects of construction administration. Oversight includes interiors only as well as in collaboration with architecture.

Responsibilities:

• Project management and leadership of the interior design team.
• Regular coordination with directors, the partner-in-charge and clear communication to the design and production staff.
• Coordination with client/owner regarding programming, design intent, schedule, etc.
• Coordinate with engineering consultants by reviewing fee proposals and monitoring progress throughout the project.
• Develop, organize and review building plans, as well as prepare permit documents, bid documents, and construction contract documents for general contractors.
• Determine and schedule different stages of the building process according to client needs and contract requirements.
• Work in tandem with the architectural team in bringing human awareness to interior environments through space planning, adjacency matrices, FF&E coordination, and understanding of interiors design standards.
• Convey conceptual ideas through multiple mediums
• Review materials specifications for project appropriateness in relationship to cost, longevity and maintenance.
• Review space plans with emphasis on FF&E specifications and planning for project appropriateness and oversee vendor coordination and pricing.
• Participation in business development and marketing activities, as requested.
• Independent and critical thinking balanced with positive team leadership and accountability to clients and team members is key for this position
• Sector forum engagement including knowledge share activities.
• Able to act in QA/QC role by assisting in creation of Construction Documents and specifications.

Required Qualifications:

• 6+ years of recent experience in Corporate Office, Workplace Strategy, Multi-Family and Education, preferably K-12 Education.
• BA/BS from a CIDA/FIDER-accredited interior design program.
• NCIDQ and LEED certified preferred.
• Aptitude in AutoCAD 2021, preferred aptitude in Revit, Adobe Creative Suite (including Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign).
• Understanding of BOMA standards and experience with BOMA calculations.
• Experience with book specifications.
• Demonstrated history of managing multiple projects, clients, employees and contractors simultaneously with strong organizational, time management and communications skills.
• Current knowledge of design trends, code requirements and appropriate product applications when developing design solutions and FF&E specifications.
• Solid understanding of industry standards, construction methods, and technical systems.
• Strong creative design and drawing skills with the ability to present concepts and ideas to clients, organizational boards, etc.
• Experience with managing and participating in all phases of the design process including programming, space planning, schematic/design development, and construction documents, specifications, and construction administration.

Why Consider This Opportunity

• The chance to join an organization focused on growth
• In addition to Scottsdale and Tucson locations, the organization is opening another corporate office in downtown Phoenix in January 2023
• Their staff has increased by 200% in the past five years and they’re looking to grow an additional 100% over the next two.
• Build on and/or broaden your area of expertise with projects in education, commercial, municipal, Native American and multi-family sectors
• While the company has extended nationally, their work in Arizona remains the primary focus.
• An adaptable, inclusive design process which uses a “designing from the inside out” approach.
• Grounded in experience, they apply trends and transformative thinking in their designs
• The organization takes a very “real” approach to their relationships and work; having a genuine interest in creating a unique project from rendering to reality.

Duffy Group, Inc