Search jobs > Chicago, IL > Senior interior designer

Senior Interior Designer

The Brynn Olson Group LLC
Chicago, IL, United States
Full-time

INTERIOR DESIGNER - Senior Level

JOB DESCRIPTION

Brynn Olson Design Group is an award-winning, full-service interior design firm seeking an experienced design talent to join their dynamic team.

As Interior Designer you are responsible for leading the success of large, high-end projects in the creative and project management alongside our Architectural Designer and reporting to the Design Principal from start to finish.

Must be highly motivated, well-organized, detail-oriented, a strong communicator, and a fun-loving team player. Ideal candidate will be capable of leading a project, managing task flows with team, and ready to jump in as a seamless part of the design family.

In addition to creative responsibilities, we require a strong skill set from experience in new construction builds, gut renovations, close communication and management of vendors / contractors / builders / architects and the total completion of a turnkey project are a must.

Expert proficiency in organization, leadership, AutoCAD, Microsoft Office (heavy use of Excel and Powerpoint) and Photoshop is required and knowledge of Studio Webware and Outlook is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Reporting to Design Principal in managing and leading multiple large-scale turnkey design projects for high-end clientele
  • Managing and designing multiple projects alongside Architectural Interior Designer to push the creative and technical envelope for our clients
  • Leading team members to achieve project success including Design Assistant, Intern, etc
  • Commanding the creative direction of a project with an understanding of the firm's brand
  • Independently overseeing the execution of our four phases in a turnkey project from beginning to final installation with precision and organization
  • Sourcing and designing full room designs utilizing vast knowledge of trade sources for FFE; Knowledge in vintage and antiques a plus
  • Proficiency in budget planning and management in all things FFE
  • Experience in construction project management and a mastery in AutoCAD including space planning and elevations
  • Utilizing knowledge of construction finishes and materials for appropriate application
  • Experience in executing construction documents including finishes, electrical and lighting schedules
  • Project managing of ordered items from finishes / construction stage to furnishings phase
  • Directing the final turnkey installation including styling with accessories
  • Demonstrating strong, clear communication skills to BODG team members, vendors, contractors and architects
  • Maintaining a trusted relationship with all clients while delivering the highest form of customer service and satisfaction
  • Assisting with invoicing and project-based administration
  • Overseeing photoshoots and styling alongside Design Principal
  • Ability for occasional out of town travel

Key Qualifications + Skills

  • Bachelor’s Degree
  • Minimum of five (5) years experience in a lead Interior Designer role overseeing a team and independently running projects
  • Experience in new build, renovation and construction project management
  • Experience with large-scale and high profile clientele
  • Expert knowledge of AutoCAD, Photoshop, Microsoft Office (Powerpoint and Excel in particular)
  • Exceptional time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work
  • Acute attention to detail and problem solving skills in a fast pace environment
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Leadership skill set essential
  • Proficiency in Outlook and Studio Webware preferred
  • Fun and friendly people person with paramount integrity eager to excel
  • Valid driver’s license, proof of insurance, and transportation

Job Type

  • Full time
  • Excellent Benefits

Application Requirements

  • Cover Letter
  • Resume
  • Portfolio of Work
  • 7 days ago
Related jobs
Promoted
Lamar Johnson Collaborative
Chicago, Illinois

As a Senior Interior Designer/Project Manager, you will contribute to a variety of projects to support our diverse and innovative design practice. Should be registered as an architect or interior designer. A Bachelor's degree in interior design or architecture. ...

INTERIOR TALENT
Chicago, Illinois

Senior Project Designer, Senior Project Director, Senior Designer, Senior Interior Designer, Hospitality Interior Designer, Hospitality Design, Interior Designer, Interior Design, Hospitality Design, Commercial Interior Design, Commercial Designer, Commercial Interior Designer, Senior Project Design...

Gresham Smith
Chicago, Illinois

Gresham Smith is seeking a Senior Interior Designer to join our Healthcare Studio in Chicago. Our Healthcare team of more than 200 architects, engineers, interior designers and planners helps clients move the needle where it matters most: patient safety, operational efficiency, technology integratio...

Mediabistro
Chicago, Illinois

Gresham Smith is seeking a Senior Interior Designer to join our Healthcare Studio in Chicago. Our Healthcare team of more than 200 architects, engineers, interior designers and planners helps clients move the needle where it matters most: patient safety, operational efficiency, technology integratio...

IA Interior Architects
Chicago, Illinois

The Senior Designer is responsible for leading all design phases for interiors projects, establishes the vision, leads the team, and has extensive client interaction. Joining our team requires skill, daring, leadership, teaming, humor and a love of interiors. Reviews design and technical drawing of ...

Gensler
Chicago, Illinois

Our Studio is a rich collaboration of talented designers from Healthcare, Education, Sciences and Critical Facilities, leveraging ideas from across Gensler’s 33 practice areas to inform our deep healthcare knowledge. Lead the creative efforts on healthcare interiors projects, developing overall desi...

SCB Computer Technology, Inc.
Chicago, Illinois

The Senior Interior Designer is a member of the leadership team within SCB’s integrated Campus Environments Studio and will work collaboratively with architects, designers, and planners to design and deliver projects that support student success. The Senior Interior Designer will facilitate innovati...

Gresham Smith, Inc.
Chicago, Illinois

Gresham Smith is seeking a Senior Interior Designer to join our Healthcare Studio in Chicago. Our Healthcare team of more than 200 architects, engineers, interior designers and planners helps clients move the needle where it matters most: patient safety, operational efficiency, technology integratio...

DLR Group
Chicago, Illinois

As Senior Interior Designer you will be helping lead our integrated design team and are responsible for collaborating on the design of projects from pre-design and programming through construction administration, on projects ranging in size and complexity. Bachelor’s Degree in Interior Design, Inter...

The Brynn Olson Group LLC
Chicago, Illinois

INTERIOR DESIGNER - Senior Level. As Interior Designer you are responsible for leading the success of large, high-end projects in the creative and project management alongside our Architectural Designer and reporting to the Design Principal from start to finish. Managing and designing multiple proje...