NICOLEHOLLIS
Project Designer
Company:
NICOLEHOLLIS
Compensation:
$80,000 - $124,000 / year
Department:
Design Team (Interior Architecture)
Location:
San Francisco, CA
Description
The professional position of a Project Designer requires delivering legendary service to distinct clients that exceeds expectations. Must have a solid knowledge of trade resources, fabricators, and vendors as well as the ability to creatively select high‑end lighting, furnishings, hardware, floor/window coverings, materials, and finishes. The Project Designer must interact effectively with the design team on multiple high end residential projects as well as supervise the work of others.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
Lead the interior architectural design process for high‑end residential and hospitality projects from proposal through completion
Conduct thorough client needs assessments and translate requirements into refined design concepts, space plans, and documentation
Develop conceptual studies, schematic floor plans, elevations, interior details, and comprehensive construction document sets
Produce photorealistic renderings, mood boards, material palettes, and design presentations to clearly communicate design intent
Ensure all plans and specifications meet public health, safety, welfare, building, fire, and municipal code requirements
Select, design, and specify interior finishes, colors, materials, fixtures, lighting, plumbing, millwork, casework, appliances, furniture, art, and accessories
Research, evaluate, and specify products based on aesthetics, performance, sustainability, life‑cycle, and budget considerations
Partner with architects, engineers, consultants, contractors, artisans, manufacturers, and fabricators to develop cohesive design solutions
Document existing site conditions, assist with permit submissions, and participate in pricing and value‑engineering processes
Review RFIs, shop drawings, submittals, control samples, mock‑ups, and prototypes to ensure accuracy and alignment with design intent
Conduct regular site visits, participate in construction administration meetings, track progress, respond to inquiries, and prepare punch lists
Manage project timelines, work plans, agendas, and cross‑functional coordination to ensure seamless project execution
Maintain clear and consistent communication with clients, providing updates and addressing questions throughout the project lifecycle
Oversee organization of project files and ensure documentation follows internal standards and best practices
Maintain the materials resource library and vendor relationships to support ongoing and future design work
Responsible for organization of project folder and ensuring filing system adheres to company standards
Skills
Degree in Interior Architecture or Interior Design
Minimum of 4 to 6 years interior design experience
Comprehensive knowledge of Interior Architecture (IA) scopes in residential and hospitality design standards
3 years of experience with the following skills, that may be gained concurrently:
AutoCAD
SketchUp
Enscape
Bluebeam
Revit
VectorWorks
Adobe Creative Suite: Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Acrobat Pro
Spec Sources
Knowledge in creation of construction drawings, specifications and schedules
Knowledge of specification writing
Knowledge of trade resources, fabricators, and vendors
Experience selecting and specifying lighting, furnishings, hardware, floor/window coverings, materials, and finishes
Ability to interact effectively with the design team on multiple projects
Must have excellent customer service and public speaking skills; be comfortable in interfacing with clients, consultants, vendors and internal staff
Must be collaborative, self‑motivated, positive, and flexible with strong verbal and written communication skills
Core Competencies
Task Focus: Delivers legendary service to clients and vendors that meets and exceeds expectations
Ethics & Integrity: Adheres to Company’s values, beliefs, and principles of innovation and excellence in design
Composure: Remains calm, maintains perspective, and responds in a professional manner when faced with tough situations
Personal Learning: Takes personal responsibility for the continuous learning of new knowledge, skills, and experiences
Dealing with Ambiguity: Able to successfully function during times of uncertainty and changing priorities
Decision‑Making: Makes keen, timely decisions based on a mixture of analysis, wisdom, experience and judgment
Interpersonal Savvy: Builds effective relationships with all people—up, down and sideways, inside and outside of the Company
Results Oriented: Proactive attitude; Gets results and achieves goals
Physical Requirements
This position will be working in a typical office setting, with no extremes in temperature or lighting
Able to occasionally travel and present at offsite locations in the Bay Area
Applicants should be able to work with equipment typically found in an office and should be able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without accommodation. Possible accommodations needed should be discussed prior to the onset of employment and/or the interview process
Ability to lift 25lbs and transport items in and out of vehicles. Ability to work on feet/run errands for 4+ hours per day as needed. Ability to sit at a desk for 6+ hours per day
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
401(k) Safe Harbor Matching
Pre‑Tax Flexible Spending Account
Pre‑Tax Transit Management Account
Pre‑Tax Traditional IRA Savings Account
Monthly Cell Phone Use Allowance
Monthly Fitness Allowance
Professional Development Allowance
Supplemental Parental Leave Benefits
Paid Time Off
Seniority level:
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type:
Full‑time
Job function:
Project Management and Information Technology
Industries:
Design Services
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Company:
NICOLEHOLLIS
Compensation:
$80,000 - $124,000 / year
Department:
Design Team (Interior Architecture)
Location:
San Francisco, CA
Description
The professional position of a Project Designer requires delivering legendary service to distinct clients that exceeds expectations. Must have a solid knowledge of trade resources, fabricators, and vendors as well as the ability to creatively select high‑end lighting, furnishings, hardware, floor/window coverings, materials, and finishes. The Project Designer must interact effectively with the design team on multiple high end residential projects as well as supervise the work of others.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
Lead the interior architectural design process for high‑end residential and hospitality projects from proposal through completion
Conduct thorough client needs assessments and translate requirements into refined design concepts, space plans, and documentation
Develop conceptual studies, schematic floor plans, elevations, interior details, and comprehensive construction document sets
Produce photorealistic renderings, mood boards, material palettes, and design presentations to clearly communicate design intent
Ensure all plans and specifications meet public health, safety, welfare, building, fire, and municipal code requirements
Select, design, and specify interior finishes, colors, materials, fixtures, lighting, plumbing, millwork, casework, appliances, furniture, art, and accessories
Research, evaluate, and specify products based on aesthetics, performance, sustainability, life‑cycle, and budget considerations
Partner with architects, engineers, consultants, contractors, artisans, manufacturers, and fabricators to develop cohesive design solutions
Document existing site conditions, assist with permit submissions, and participate in pricing and value‑engineering processes
Review RFIs, shop drawings, submittals, control samples, mock‑ups, and prototypes to ensure accuracy and alignment with design intent
Conduct regular site visits, participate in construction administration meetings, track progress, respond to inquiries, and prepare punch lists
Manage project timelines, work plans, agendas, and cross‑functional coordination to ensure seamless project execution
Maintain clear and consistent communication with clients, providing updates and addressing questions throughout the project lifecycle
Oversee organization of project files and ensure documentation follows internal standards and best practices
Maintain the materials resource library and vendor relationships to support ongoing and future design work
Responsible for organization of project folder and ensuring filing system adheres to company standards
Skills
Degree in Interior Architecture or Interior Design
Minimum of 4 to 6 years interior design experience
Comprehensive knowledge of Interior Architecture (IA) scopes in residential and hospitality design standards
3 years of experience with the following skills, that may be gained concurrently:
AutoCAD
SketchUp
Enscape
Bluebeam
Revit
VectorWorks
Adobe Creative Suite: Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Acrobat Pro
Spec Sources
Knowledge in creation of construction drawings, specifications and schedules
Knowledge of specification writing
Knowledge of trade resources, fabricators, and vendors
Experience selecting and specifying lighting, furnishings, hardware, floor/window coverings, materials, and finishes
Ability to interact effectively with the design team on multiple projects
Must have excellent customer service and public speaking skills; be comfortable in interfacing with clients, consultants, vendors and internal staff
Must be collaborative, self‑motivated, positive, and flexible with strong verbal and written communication skills
Core Competencies
Task Focus: Delivers legendary service to clients and vendors that meets and exceeds expectations
Ethics & Integrity: Adheres to Company’s values, beliefs, and principles of innovation and excellence in design
Composure: Remains calm, maintains perspective, and responds in a professional manner when faced with tough situations
Personal Learning: Takes personal responsibility for the continuous learning of new knowledge, skills, and experiences
Dealing with Ambiguity: Able to successfully function during times of uncertainty and changing priorities
Decision‑Making: Makes keen, timely decisions based on a mixture of analysis, wisdom, experience and judgment
Interpersonal Savvy: Builds effective relationships with all people—up, down and sideways, inside and outside of the Company
Results Oriented: Proactive attitude; Gets results and achieves goals
Physical Requirements
This position will be working in a typical office setting, with no extremes in temperature or lighting
Able to occasionally travel and present at offsite locations in the Bay Area
Applicants should be able to work with equipment typically found in an office and should be able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without accommodation. Possible accommodations needed should be discussed prior to the onset of employment and/or the interview process
Ability to lift 25lbs and transport items in and out of vehicles. Ability to work on feet/run errands for 4+ hours per day as needed. Ability to sit at a desk for 6+ hours per day
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
401(k) Safe Harbor Matching
Pre‑Tax Flexible Spending Account
Pre‑Tax Transit Management Account
Pre‑Tax Traditional IRA Savings Account
Monthly Cell Phone Use Allowance
Monthly Fitness Allowance
Professional Development Allowance
Supplemental Parental Leave Benefits
Paid Time Off
Seniority level:
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type:
Full‑time
Job function:
Project Management and Information Technology
Industries:
Design Services
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