Interior Designer

Job description:
Conceptual & Technical Design

• Assist in developing creative interior design concepts tailored for educational environments (classrooms, labs, libraries, admin areas, hostels, etc.).
• Prepare basic and functional layout plans, furniture arrangements, color schemes, finishes, material palettes, BOQs, and material boards using software like AutoCAD.
• Support in creating 3D visualizations, walkthroughs, presentation boards, and client-facing design proposals.
• Ensure all designs adhere to ergonomic standards, child and educational safety norms, and age-appropriate aesthetics and functionality.

Collaboration & Coordination

• Collaborate with senior interior designers, architects, MEP teams, vendors, and educators to develop integrated design solutions and ensure coordination.
• Attend project briefings and client meetings to understand scope and intent.
• Assist in coordinating with vendors, suppliers, and contractors for finishes, furnishings, material samples, timely procurement, client approvals, and documentation.
• Revise and adapt designs based on feedback from clients and senior team members.
• Support site teams during design implementation and resolve on-site discrepancies.

Site Supervision & Execution

• Conduct site visits for measurements, design and material verification, and supervision of execution works and design implementation.
• Monitor site work to ensure fidelity to the design, quality standards, and material use.
• Document and report on-site progress, deviations, and issues that require resolution.

Documentation & Administration

• Prepare and maintain organized records of technical drawings, material specifications, design references, and vendor quotes.
• Create and update BOQs, design schedules, client presentations, and project folders.
• Assist in developing standard templates and maintaining design libraries.
• Support administrative tasks such as meeting notes, sample coordination, and invoice tracking.

Learning & Professional Development

• Stay updated with trends in educational interiors, modular furniture, and child-centric design.
• Learn and apply child-centric and pedagogical design principles (e.g., flexible classrooms, sensory elements, modular furniture).
• Actively seek mentorship, software training, and feedback from senior designers.

8. Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree/Diploma in Interior Design, Architecture, or related field.
• Experience: 1–3 years in interior design
• Willingness to travel to client or project sites across India as required

9. Preferred Qualifications (if any)

• Familiarity with education-centric design elements and materials.
• Experience in school, institutional, or commercial design projects.
• Portfolio demonstrating conceptual, technical, and collaborative project experience.

10. Key Skills & Competencies
Soft Skills:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact with clients, vendors, and cross-functional teams.
• Team player with collaborative attitude and respect for creative input.
• Ability to handle multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines under supervision.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving on design implementation issues.

Technical Skills:

• Knowledge in AutoCAD and Sketchup
• Ability to create detailed working drawings, renderings, and technical documentation.
• Understanding of spatial planning, finishes, lighting layouts, and furniture ergonomics.

Creative Skills:

• Aesthetic sensibility and an eye for detail in colour coordination, materials, and theme design.
• Capability to visualize spaces and translate concepts into engaging physical environments.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹35,000.00 - ₹50,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person