A RIBA Chartered, award-winning studio in Chelmsford is looking for a talented Interior Designer to join its growing team. Known for creativity, integrity and delivering commercially successful spaces, this close-knit practice works across Residential, Commercial, Retail, Education and Community sectors - and has built an exceptional reputation as a trusted design consultancy.
The Role
You'll own projects from initial concept through to completion - developing design packages, presenting to clients, managing FF&E, coordinating on site and delivering high-quality results across a varied and interesting project mix that includes hospitality, workplace and hotel schemes.
What You'll Be Doing
- Leading Interior Design projects through feasibility, planning, tender, construction and handover
- Developing and presenting creative concept design packages to clients and project teams
- Producing detailed drawing packages — plans, elevations, sections, construction and joinery details
- Compiling FF&E schedules, sourcing materials and obtaining quotes from suppliers
- Coordinating with contractors, consultants and suppliers throughout the project lifecycle
- Attending site meetings, managing snagging and handling on-site queries
- Keeping up to date with industry trends, materials and relevant legislation
Interior Designer Requirements
- Min 3 years’ experience in commercial Interior Design, with a portfolio that evidences pub/hospitality, workplace and hotel projects
- A degree (or equivalent) in Interior Design or Interior Architecture
- Strong AutoCAD and SketchUp skills; Adobe InDesign and Photoshop proficiency; V-Ray or similar rendering software is a bonus
- The ability to produce detailed technical drawing packages from feasibility to construction stage
- Experience managing site delivery and liaising with clients, contractors and project managers
- Solid knowledge of FF&E sourcing, specification, and supplier management
- Familiarity with Building Regulations, British Standards and statutory legislation
- Excellent communication, presentation and client-facing skills
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to juggle multiple projects and deadlines
- Full UK driving licence
The successful Interior Designer can expect to receive a salary likely to be in the range of £30k-£33k (DoE).
You’ll be surrounded by a friendly and collaborative multi-disciplinary team all working together towards a common goal. You will be afforded all the support you require to really excel within the industry.
To be considered for the role please forward your CV and portfolio through to Joey Waller at Conrad Consulting or contact Joey on 01728 726 140 for further information.