G. Christianson Construction is seeking an Interior Designer who will create functional, safe, and aesthetically pleasing spaces by working directly with homeowners to assess space requirements, suggest new floor plans and material selections, and successfully communicate the design vision to the construction team. The Interior Designer will collaborate with a highly experienced construction management and field employee team, and an award-winning in-house custom cabinet shop, to design high-end residential or commercial remodel or new build projects.

Starting pay is DOE - dependent on experience

Duties Included:

• Work with clients for residential or commercial projects to determine goals and requirements for the space to be designed.
• Research applicable building and development codes and incorporate them into the the early project requirements
• Design and draft conceptual and schematic designs for residential and light commercial remodels and new construction projects. Refine the design with clients as necessary until a final design is completed. The interior designer will work with the client from the concept phase through the end of construction.
• Assist the estimating team by answering RFI’s as needed
• Attend site visits and review plans with trade partners
• Assist clients with in selecting fixtures, finishes, cabinet design and layout, interior and exterior design
• Assist Sales with presenting rough budgets and final contracts to clients for approval.
• Apply for permits and respond to plan review letters from local jurisdictions
• Project coordination and organization tasks as needed
• Purchasing and tracking of select fixtures and samples required to complete the design or project
• Attend on-site construction meetings with clients and project manager
• Maintain weekly communication with all clients to keep project on schedule (phone calls, emails, text messages, meetings ,etc.)

Skills/Requirements:

• 3D drafting and rendering software: Chief Architect, Revit, SketchUp or AutoCAD.
• Knowledge in Chief Architect or Revit is preferred.
• Great Time management.
• Multi-Tasking, take on many jobs at once in various stages of design and construction.
• Creativity and ability to collaborate with clients to create a functional and beautiful space.
• Strong client communication, verbal and written.
• Sales skills are a plus but not required.
• High energy work ethic is a must.
• A self-driven organized person is a must.
• Experience in residential or light commercial design working closely with clients.
• Experience with construction drawings and submitting for permits.
• Knowledge on materials, fixtures and finishes selections.
• Knowledge on requesting bids and estimates.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Interior Design or Equivalent with Portfolio
• 1+ year of On-site Construction Experience
• 2+ years of Design related experience
• Compensation May Vary Depending on Experience.