What are the responsibilities and job description for the Interior Designer position at Slingshot Architecture?
We are seeking a creative and collaborative Interior Designer I or II with a Bachelor's (four-year degree) or Master’s degree in interior design, along with NCDIQ licensure and 5-8 years of experience.
- Perform assignments under the direction of senior staff, but not under immediate supervision, and with responsibility for developing interiors scope of work and documenting a project’s design.
- Receives design and technical guidance from jetpacks and incorporates feedback into the project.
- Fully responsible for complete construction documentation, including floor plans, reflected ceiling plans, elevations, interior details, millwork design, furniture layouts, finish plans, and schedules
- Fully competent in all aspects of all phases of the design process and FF&E.
- Liaise directly with General Contractors and design team Consultants on design coordination, costs, and value-engineering solutions.
- Reviews and redlines drawings for internal and external coordination.
- Responsible for compliance with building codes and ADA guidelines per project type and protocols.
- Coordinate directly with furniture vendors and review design intent and budget compliance proposals.
- Able to arrange and prioritize work on multiple projects in various phases and manage, mentor, and train junior staff
- Independent role in construction phase services with minimal oversight, including attending OACs, site visits, field reports, submittal, RFI review, and punch-list.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Learn the SSA design process and project software, including ArchiCAD and Sketchup
- Complete the design process from pullback to detailed working drawings in accordance with the project proposal
- Ability to present design concepts to internal & external stakeholders
- Attend client meetings and design critiques
- Must be able to work independently and as a part of a team
- Aptness to manage time and execution of tasks on several projects
- Highly organized with the ability to juggle several tasks in a fast-paced environment
Who We Are:
We are a small yet powerful collaborative team of diverse individuals driven by our passions. Our studio culture fosters personal and professional growth while delivering outstanding work. As local champions and visiting experts, we actively engage with the community to transform individuals and spaces, nurturing vibrant urban environments in the Midwest. We approach our projects with clarity and precision, consistently focusing on the intended impact.
Who You Are:
The ideal potential “Slinger”:
- A self-starter who shares our drive for creating meaningful work in a collaborative environment and desires to be part of an enthusiastic and passionate team.
- Thrives in a fast-paced environment on a small team committed to exceeding expectations daily.
- Demonstrates a strong design instinct, generous work approach, and clarity in communication.
- Working knowledge of the application of color, materials and aesthetic form
- Familiarity with space planning methodology
- Intermediate sketching and rendering skills
- Working knowledge of construction documentation and procedures
- Intermediate MS Office Suite skills
- Experience in Adobe Creative Suite
- Must have strong verbal and written communication skills
What We Offer:
- Average 40 hrs work week
- Flexible Schedule with 9a-3p core hours
- Health Insurance
- Dental & Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance, STD & LTD covered 100% for employee
- Maternity Leave
- 401k plan with Company Match
- Monthly Gym Benefit
- Volunteer Time Off
- Professional Development Stipend
- Leadership Involved In Day-to-Day
- A Teaching Studio & Collaborative Environment
- Relaxed Dress Code
- Dog-Friendly Office
- Beverages & Snacks
- Quarterly Team Events
- Annual Team Celebration
This full-time position is available in our Des Moines office.
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