Interior Designer

HAVEN ASSOCIATE DESIGNER

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Haven Interior Associate Designer (AD) supports Design Director (DD) while learning to manage all aspects of a client’s design project. The AD works with blueprints, floor plans, elevations, architectural drawings, to develop floor plans and budgets with oversight from the DD. At the start of a project, the AD is responsible for explaining to the client how Haven works and what they can expect during the Haven experience. Next comes taking accurate site measurements, photos, working with the client to establish the project scope and understanding the budget. AD is responsible for capturing detailed client meeting notes with action steps, managing the client’s expectation on timeline and budgets. A DRS creates layouts and inspiration docs to align with the client on look, feel, colors and overall esthetics. Once the DRS and client are aligned, the AD can research and propose product options, work with client on budget and final selections. AD works with the DPM to track orders, and coordinate deliveries and leads the final product installation.

This position requires a creative, experienced Associate Designer who is highly organized, client service oriented, and relationship driven.

The AD must have a strong background in design, 3+ years of experience in the interior design industry, demonstrate attention to detail, extensive organization skills, and possess strong communications skills.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

· Strong esthetic taste and design capabilities

· Display competency and confidence in all aspects of interior design while learning the basics of general construction.

· Develop, update and maintain project specific log with detailed notes for the duration of the design project.

· Effectively describe and sell your design ideas with Clients while managing client needs and budget.

· Prepare presentation materials.

· Manage and complete the design process ie: selecting materials, ordering samples, generating floor plans, elevations and finish schedules, managing yardage requirements on COM material, receiving, storing and maintaining inventory through the duration of each project.

· Work with Vendors to get specific product details, check product pricing and availability, process Request for Quotes (RFQ), place orders, and track shipments to project completion.

· Coordinate and oversee any work with outside sub-contractors including measures, estimates, and scheduling.

· Create project documentation and manage completion of project ie. track orders, inventory, organize and catalog all interior finishes, fixtures and furnishings for each project.

· Prepare for and attend assigned meetings and project walk throughs – Keep accurate notes, communicate with team to ensure follow through on all design changes.

· Make arrangements for travel, schedules site visits, make transportation and accommodation reservations, submit travel receipts and reports.

· Client Relationship management through unparalleled client service and managing expectations, while problem solving quickly and efficiently

· Process expenses/timesheets

· Accuracy in all pricing and ordering.

SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS:

· SALES & DESIGN ABILITY Requires the ability to spec and sell product effectively and with profitability in mind. Must be able to create sound and esthetic design plans based on Client requests. Ability to grow design projects through competency and relationship management

· RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT & PROBLEM SOLVING Educates the client on how we work, discusses our design process and what to expect during the design experience. Manages experience and problems solves quickly and efficiently. Responsible for the relationship with the client and maintaining a positive experience with Haven.

· LEARNING & ADAPTABILITY Requires the ability to learn quickly and understand project management, clerical / communication principles and basic accounting practices. Must comply with all company policies and procedures, and regular attendance is required.

· LANGUAGE / COMMUNICATION SKILLS Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills. This position requires the ability to speak to others with poise, voice control, and confidence using correct English and well-modulated voice. Must be able to work effectively with Partners, Designers, Clients, Team Members, and Vendors.

· MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Must have basic mathematical skills. Requires the ability to add and subtract; multiply and divide totals; determine percentages and price product accurately.

· REASONING ABILITY Must understand and adapt to departmental policies and procedures and make sound independent judgments in absence of supervision.Must exercise good judgment and make decisions based on job knowledge and awareness of company goals.

· PROSPECTING & OUTREACH The AD is also responsible for networking and cultivating new business opportunities.

· PHYSICAL DEMANDS Must be able to lift 50lbs. (Hanging art, placing accessories and arranging furniture as needed).

OFFICE HOURS:

Designers are required to be in office M-F 9:30AM - 5:00PM. This job requires occasional evenings or weekend work as needed.

COMPENSATION:

Designers are compensated with an agreed upon base salary and commission on all product sold within the Haven Interiors Vendor Matrix. Haven has the right to withhold commission on products incorrectly priced, measured, or ordered.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:
3+ years experience in Interior Design or applicable field
Proficient in Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Scaling

Preferred Skills: Studio Designer, AutoCAD

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Paid time off

Ability to Commute:

• Milwaukee, WI 53217 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Milwaukee, WI 53217: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person