Senior FF&E Decorator

Description

• Participates in interviews and recruiting of professional staff.
• Oversees the production of client invoices packets accurately and efficiently.
• Produces final decorating punch list and specifications book as required.
• Sources, selects and specifies furniture, window treatments, drapery, fabrics, wall covering, wall treatments, lighting, carpeting, regular painting, decorative painting, decorative finishes, decorative art (non-collectable) and accessories as required for the project in accordance with the project budget and schedule.
• Places final orders on behalf of client and expedites long-lead items to ensure timely delivery.
• Attends, participates and leads meetings with clients, internal project team, contractors, sub-contractors and vendors by preparing agendas, taking meeting notes and preparing meeting minutes.
• Oversees the installation of all decorative items.
• Inspects decorative items upon delivery and arranges for remediation if required.
• Oversees the preparation, development and production of project documentation including room schemes, room sheets, decorating budgets with high/low options, and decorating schedules with project milestones and decision dates in conjunction with Studio Director. Updates documentation as required throughout the project life-cycle. Makes corrections as necessary.
• Oversees the production of 3D models and renderings in conjunction with Studio Director. Makes corrections as necessary.
• Oversees the preparation, development and production of project drawings including furniture plans, custom furniture drawings, elevations, lighting plans and custom decorative finish drawings in conjunction with Studio Director. Makes corrections as necessary.
• Acts as mentor by coaching and motivating design teams and individuals; fostering an environment of mutual respect and trust among members of the group as it grows and develops.
• Oversees the execution of the decorating/design concept from project implementation to completion in conjunction with Studio Director.
• Supports diversity and develops continuing education opportunities (e.g. site visits, lectures, road trips) to expose design staff to influences that will stimulate design creativity and innovation.
• Oversees the production of vendor purchase orders accurately and efficiently.

Requirements

• Proficient in the use AutoCAD, Sketch-Up, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator and Microsoft Office programs. Studio Designer a plus.
• Possess sophisticated knowledge of interior design principles/practices.
• Possesses a high taste level and has knowledge of high-end market. Follows and speaks to current industry trends on space, function, decorative lighting, fabrics, furniture and equipment, etc.
• Able to make decisions and communicate in a fast-paced environment.
• Goal and detail-oriented with exceptional communication skills (both written and verbal).
• Highly presentable, intelligent, confident and discreet with an outgoing, upbeat and confident demeanor.
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Interior Design.
• At least 7 years of demonstrated work experience with Interior Design and/or Architectural Firms.

Benefits

• 401(k) Match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave Plans
• Commuter Benefits
• Paid Holidays
• Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance