Interior Designer - San Francisco/Salt Lake City
HOK Group, Inc., San Francisco, CA, United States
RESPONSIBILITIES
Leadership
Conducts programming efforts such as space planning, layout and utilization of furnishings and equipment, lighting and color coordination.
Develops innovative design concepts that are practical, aesthetic, safe and conducive to intended purposes and function, reflective of client goals and within project budget.
Implements all phases of a design project, including contracts, budgeting, scheduling, planning, design, documentation, specifications and construction, and selection and specification of furniture.
Maintains positive client relationships throughout the project, keeping the client apprised of progress on a regular basis, and coordinating with other key project individuals for clarification, coordination and negotiation of critical issues.
Responsible for selection and specification of furniture, lighting, flooring, wall covering and artwork.
Estimates material requirements and costs.
Solicits bids and assists the Project Manager and client in subcontracting fabrication, installation and arrangement of required materials, finishes and furnishings.
Keeps the project or a phase of a project on schedule.
Communicates with other disciplines, vendors, and contractors to ensure incorporation of all information into project requirements and to provide support as needed.
Leads the Construction Administration phase, responding to RFIs, COs, reviewing shop drawings and participating in field site reviews.
Manages the project using Deltek Vision, completing work plans, identifying project team members, budgets, consultants, schedules, fees, labor costs and handling project change notices and other actions; responsible for the financial outcome of projects.
Implements and utilizes HOK Standards for all projects and processes.
Ensures project documentation and contracts comply with standards set by the Technical Board.
Incorporates Integrated Sustainable Design solutions into projects.
Fosters a green workplace through sustainable work practices.
Teamwork
Renders conceptual design ideas and prepares 2D and 3D presentation/design drawings.
Prepares, corrects and updates documents during schematic design, design development and construction administration phases.
Coordinates color and material palettes.
Produces written documentation related to project including agreements, meeting documentation, transmittals, memoranda, using HOK standard formats.
Reviews documents for adherence to building and ADA codes, overseeing coordination and quality assurance of documents required to complete a project phase; ensures documents are in concert with design intent.
Communicates with consultants, contractors, sub‑consultants and other disciplines to ensure project details are carried out, including technical issues and project information at all contract administration levels.
May assist in design presentations.
May assist more senior staff with keeping a phase of a project on schedule.
May provide support to all team members for specific field, style or phase of interior design expertise.
Develops and maintains positive relationships with consultants, contractors and jurisdictional/approval agencies.
May be responsible for communication with other disciplines, vendors and contractors to ensure incorporation of all information into project requirements and to provide support as needed.
Fosters a commitment to external and internal client service.
Client Interface
Represents client in obtaining bids and awarding construction contracts; may assist with negotiating fees and contracts.
Staff Development
May mentor and direct the work of less experienced staff.
May participate in interviews and recruiting of professional staff.
Business Development
Explores and identifies new opportunities to add or enhance professional services with existing clients.
Participates in selected marketing and business development opportunities.
Assists in the development of fee proposals for marketing proposals.
May participate in developing the annual business plan for the interiors discipline.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Requires a Bachelor's degree in architecture, interior design or foreign equivalent.
Prior experience in interior projects required.
Must be a professional Interior Designer and have passed the NCIDQ exam or be a registered Architect with current license; NCARB registration preferred.
LEED credential required within 12 months of employment.
OTHER
Travel will be required.
Overtime will be required.
The job duties and requirements that this document describes may be altered or supplemented at any time at the sole discretion of HOK.
Many of our roles require the use of specific software.
HOK invests in its people and communities, supporting both personal and professional growth through every stage of life. You’ll have a hybrid work environment, 10 paid holidays (including 2 floating holidays) and a minimum of 4 weeks of paid time off with a cash out option. HOK offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, free mental wellness resources, life and AD&D coverage, and short‑ and long‑term disability benefits. HOK supports your growing family by offering 4 weeks of paid parental leave, fertility coverage, and matching contributions to a 401(k) plan with a well‑rounded investment menu and free retirement guidance.
Wherever you are in your career, HOK provides opportunities to learn, develop and utilize your skills. Continued learning is promoted through financial support and study prep for licensure exams, CEU credit opportunities, mentorship programs, and paid professional memberships. To learn more about designing your career with HOK, explore our current job openings.
HOK is an EOE, including disability/vets. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Compensation is based on experience, qualifications, education and location. The reasonably expected salary range for this position is $95,000 to $110,000. Other compensation may include a discretionary bonus.
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Conducts programming efforts such as space planning, layout and utilization of furnishings and equipment, lighting and color coordination.
Develops innovative design concepts that are practical, aesthetic, safe and conducive to intended purposes and function, reflective of client goals and within project budget.
Implements all phases of a design project, including contracts, budgeting, scheduling, planning, design, documentation, specifications and construction, and selection and specification of furniture.
Maintains positive client relationships throughout the project, keeping the client apprised of progress on a regular basis, and coordinating with other key project individuals for clarification, coordination and negotiation of critical issues.
Responsible for selection and specification of furniture, lighting, flooring, wall covering and artwork.
Estimates material requirements and costs.
Solicits bids and assists the Project Manager and client in subcontracting fabrication, installation and arrangement of required materials, finishes and furnishings.
Keeps the project or a phase of a project on schedule.
Communicates with other disciplines, vendors, and contractors to ensure incorporation of all information into project requirements and to provide support as needed.
Leads the Construction Administration phase, responding to RFIs, COs, reviewing shop drawings and participating in field site reviews.
Manages the project using Deltek Vision, completing work plans, identifying project team members, budgets, consultants, schedules, fees, labor costs and handling project change notices and other actions; responsible for the financial outcome of projects.
Implements and utilizes HOK Standards for all projects and processes.
Ensures project documentation and contracts comply with standards set by the Technical Board.
Incorporates Integrated Sustainable Design solutions into projects.
Fosters a green workplace through sustainable work practices.
Teamwork
Renders conceptual design ideas and prepares 2D and 3D presentation/design drawings.
Prepares, corrects and updates documents during schematic design, design development and construction administration phases.
Coordinates color and material palettes.
Produces written documentation related to project including agreements, meeting documentation, transmittals, memoranda, using HOK standard formats.
Reviews documents for adherence to building and ADA codes, overseeing coordination and quality assurance of documents required to complete a project phase; ensures documents are in concert with design intent.
Communicates with consultants, contractors, sub‑consultants and other disciplines to ensure project details are carried out, including technical issues and project information at all contract administration levels.
May assist in design presentations.
May assist more senior staff with keeping a phase of a project on schedule.
May provide support to all team members for specific field, style or phase of interior design expertise.
Develops and maintains positive relationships with consultants, contractors and jurisdictional/approval agencies.
May be responsible for communication with other disciplines, vendors and contractors to ensure incorporation of all information into project requirements and to provide support as needed.
Fosters a commitment to external and internal client service.
Client Interface
Represents client in obtaining bids and awarding construction contracts; may assist with negotiating fees and contracts.
Staff Development
May mentor and direct the work of less experienced staff.
May participate in interviews and recruiting of professional staff.
Business Development
Explores and identifies new opportunities to add or enhance professional services with existing clients.
Participates in selected marketing and business development opportunities.
Assists in the development of fee proposals for marketing proposals.
May participate in developing the annual business plan for the interiors discipline.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Requires a Bachelor's degree in architecture, interior design or foreign equivalent.
Prior experience in interior projects required.
Must be a professional Interior Designer and have passed the NCIDQ exam or be a registered Architect with current license; NCARB registration preferred.
LEED credential required within 12 months of employment.
OTHER
Travel will be required.
Overtime will be required.
The job duties and requirements that this document describes may be altered or supplemented at any time at the sole discretion of HOK.
Many of our roles require the use of specific software.
HOK invests in its people and communities, supporting both personal and professional growth through every stage of life. You’ll have a hybrid work environment, 10 paid holidays (including 2 floating holidays) and a minimum of 4 weeks of paid time off with a cash out option. HOK offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, free mental wellness resources, life and AD&D coverage, and short‑ and long‑term disability benefits. HOK supports your growing family by offering 4 weeks of paid parental leave, fertility coverage, and matching contributions to a 401(k) plan with a well‑rounded investment menu and free retirement guidance.
Wherever you are in your career, HOK provides opportunities to learn, develop and utilize your skills. Continued learning is promoted through financial support and study prep for licensure exams, CEU credit opportunities, mentorship programs, and paid professional memberships. To learn more about designing your career with HOK, explore our current job openings.
HOK is an EOE, including disability/vets. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Compensation is based on experience, qualifications, education and location. The reasonably expected salary range for this position is $95,000 to $110,000. Other compensation may include a discretionary bonus.
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