Commercial Interior Designer

Do you want the flexibility to run and manage multi-discipline Commercial Interior Design projects, start-to finish, with an incredibly fun team and entrepreneurial approach?

Archimea is looking for a Senior Commercial Interior Designer who can deliver interior design projects from initial contact and concept to occupancy, while directly interacting with clients, brokers, end users, and contractors. This individual must be highly motivated by the challenge to expand their level of responsibility and skill. This is a fantastic opportunity for a creative and smart individual who desires a flexible position and embraces an entrepreneurial approach.

Archimea is a well-established commercial design firm. By merging our interior design expertise with the client’s unique program needs and the personality of their business, we provide businesses with creative solutions, added value and inspiration for those who experience the spaces we design.

Since 1992, Archimea has spanned commercial market segments with expertise in Corporate, Education, Hospitality, Retail, Healthcare, Non-profits, Assisted Living/ Multi-Family Housing and Government. Our central focus is the specific knowledge required for the design of space for work and human interaction. Projects vary in size and scope from small tenant improvement to large complex remodels and new construction. In all our projects, we strongly emphasize teamwork, collaboration, high ethical standards, accuracy, creativity, and a strong focus on the client experience.

We are a division of Suntide Commercial Realty, a fast-growing property management, brokerage, and construction firm. We develop projects separate from and in collaboration with Suntide.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Lead interior design projects from concept through completion including client communication, programming, space planning, conceptual design, schematic design, design development, and construction documentation.

· Participate in the selection and presentation of furniture, furniture systems, finishes, fabrics, equipment, color palettes and lighting.

· Generate floor plans, finish plans, elevations, construction documentation, specifications and material selections

· Generate FF&E schedules and pricing

· Review shop drawings when necessary

· Create and support new and existing client relationships through effective communication and follow-up

· Organize project flow, interacting with clients, contractors, brokers, the design team, consultants, and end-users from initial contact to occupancy

· Work on concurrent projects in various phases of project delivery when needed

· Manage external consultants such as product representatives, furniture dealers and fabricators.

INDIVIDUAL QUALITIES:

· Creative thinker who can focus their attention on the creative and business aspects of the projects

· Strong professional communication skills and a sense of purpose and integrity

· Highly motivated by challenge and responsibility

· Takes ownership of the work, quality driven, consistent, flexible, and energetic

· Team contributor who is able to work seamlessly with a project team

· Strong customer service skills with attention to detail and a sense of urgency

· Ability to work in a hybrid/flex work environment if desired

QUALIFICATIONS:

· Professional Interior Design Degree or related field experience

· 6+ years in full life cycle commercial interior design

· Experience with commercial projects and project management (only individuals with commercial interior design experience should apply)

· Ability to estimate, track and adhere to project hours responsibly

· Strong knowledge of commercial furniture, finishes, materials, color selections and specifications

· Ability to develop 3D renderings with Sketchup when necessary.

· Proficiency in AutoCAD, MS Office Suite, Sketchup and Adobe Suite, Familiarity with Bluebeam preferred.

· NCIDQ Certification highly preferred

· Knowledge of relevant codes and standards (IBC, MN State Building Code, MN Accessibility Code, BOMA Standards, ANSI Standards)

· Experience in direct client relationships and customer support

· Experience with development of graphic presentations for design communication

· Please be prepared to present your portfolio and references at the time of an interview.

COMPENSATION:

The base salary range is $73,000 - $87,000, commensurate with relevant experience plus annual bonus eligibility. Our annual base salary range has been established based on local markets.

BENEFITS:

For those who qualify, our comprehensive benefits include: medical, dental, and optical insurance, HSA account, life insurance and long-term disability, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k) with company match, paid maternity/paternity leave, free underground parking, free use of an onsite exercise facility, legal assistance plan, ID Shield, Critical Illness and or Accident plan, fun group outings, and a great work environment!

Our office is centrally located in the Court International office building on University Avenue and Highway 280.

Opportunity to work from home in a hybrid/flex situation

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $73,000.00 - $87,000.00 per year

Application Question(s):

• Do you have experience with commercial projects and project management?

Experience:

• full life cycle commercial interior design: 6 years (Required)

Work Location: In person