Lead Interior Designer
Job Description
JOB TITLE: Lead Interior Designer
JOB TYPE: Full-Time
LOCATION: Based out of our Studio in downtown Rehoboth Beach, DE.
SALARY RANGE: $60,000 - $80,000
BENEFITS: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Paid Time Off and Company-Match 401k
OVERVIEW: We are looking for an experienced lead designer with 3+ years of experience to join the Weeth Home team. Our ideal team member will have deep knowledge of construction, space planning, furnishings, as well as experience managing budgets, new build and renovation milestones, and client communication. We will need a designer who is comfortable spending time in the field, ensuring trades our executing our vision. Our lead designer will also share our love for thoughtful, layered design inspired by our coastal roots. Most importantly, we are seeking a positive, detail-oriented, and energetic leader who thrives in a fast-paced and creative environment.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Partner with the Principal Designer to drive the creation of residential design plans from start to finish.
- Compose mood boards and floor plans.
- Develop a design scheme and material selections.
- Create floor plans, elevations, and develop detailed documentation to aid in design execution.
- Manage material and FFE budgets against selections.
- Lead client presentations.
- Partner closely with trades and contractors in the field for precise execution.
- Own the execution of design concepts through install for furnishings and soft finishes.
- Foster a supportive and collaborative environment where proactive communication, creative thinking and a strong sense of ownership is valued.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- At least three years working as a designer at a residential interior design firm.
- Experience independently running design projects from start to finish.
- Ability to independently create plans, elevations and other documentation using AutoCAD, Chief Architect, Revit, SketchUp, or other software-based tools.
- Detailed knowledge of finishes, materials, and standard specifications and terminology for design-related items.
- Ability to work independently as well as with a team.
- Organized and detail-oriented with schedules, emails, communication, drawings and presentations.
- Reliable car and willing to travel as needed for projects.
- Ability to physically work on tasks including shopping, hauling samples, installation days and weeks which includes moving items, making beds, cleaning and packing.
- Familiar with design vendors, including furniture, fabric, lighting, tile/plumbing, rugs, etc.
ABOUT WEETH HOME
Weeth Home is a full-service interior design firm that specializes in high-end, custom residential design. Our projects range from new construction and renovations to full interior decorating, and our aesthetic explores the balance between the heritage of the East Coast and the barefoot ease of living at the water. At Weeth Home, we foster a supportive and collaborative environment and encourage our co-workers to maximize their creative thinking, ownership, and growth as designers.
