Job Post
Company:
Fonde Interiors
Duration:
Full-time
Date Posted:
05/22/24
Category:
Interior Design
Location:
Dallas
Salary:
50-100k
Our fast-paced and fun loving, client-focused design studio is seeking a dependable, well-organized Senior Designer with a knack for problem-solving. This role entails overseeing the day-to-day operations, communication and execution of design projects. The Senior Designer will be responsible for entire projects from initial concepts through to final design and implementation, collaborating closely with the Principal. Incorporating each project with impeccable taste, this role is responsible for supporting the design team, facilitating client and vendor interactions, managing project finances, and serving as a key point of contact for clients alongside the Principal. We're seeking an ambitious, results-driven individual who thrives on initiative and shares our passion for design.
Develop drawings and comments required for permitting, DDs and CDs, finish schedules and spec books, site planning, and other construction documents
Maintain all project documentation including meeting minutes, correspondence, punch lists
Produce mood boards and sketches to support design intention
Assist in sourcing, quoting and selecting furnishings, finishes and materials
Manage and maintain all project schedules (timelines, finish, paint and window covering schedules) and be the force that drives forward progress
Assist in creating and managing client furnishings budgets
Oversee preparation and finalization of digital and physical presentations for client meetings and reviews
Assist in leading digital and physical design presentations
Support other design team members as needed to foster a collaborative and positive work environment
Anticipate and alleviate resource conflicts where possible and identify opportunities to prevent future conflicts
Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited program
Minimum 5 years related work experience
Strong construction and materials knowledge
Excellent, concise verbal and written communication skills
Extremely detail oriented and accurate in all deliverables
Strong leadership and relationship-management skills who enjoys working as a team
Expert in time-management over multiple simultaneous tasks, projects, and clients
Must be curious and a life-long learner
Must be a problem-solver, self-starter and highly resourceful
Proficiency with Mac and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly with Excel & Powerpoint
Proficiency with AutoCad; SketchUp a plus
Ability to lift and carry up to 20 lb
Fonde Interiors is an award winning multi-disciplinary design firm based in Dallas, Texas, founded by Jen Stevens. We serve clients nationally and internationally with services ranging from interior design, architecture, project management, furnishings and styling. Jen's career has included projects in the luxury hotels and restaurant space to high end residential, with a particular love for historic preservation and restoration.
Fonde Interiors offers full service interior design in both residential and commercial settings and engages in both new construction and renovation - but old buildings are a particular passion.
Fonde Interiors' unique mix of materials, textures and color, combined with a sound knowledge of the building process and expert application of interior detailing, allows us to curate beautiful, functional spaces and concepts with impeccable execution. Jen has built her design firm by focusing on each project with careful attention to detail, respect for classic architecture and genuine interest in her clients, their lives and how they hope to use their space. Our goal is to create a space that feels like home, whether or not it is.
Jen Stevens
Owner & Principle