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Your RoleGensler’s London office is seeking a FF&E Interior Designer to join our team of design thinkers and doers who specialise in helping to tell our story and bringing it to life. You will be experienced in interpreting the design brief, with excellent eye for detail, current trends, and the ability to understand and interpret client needs and requirements.A self-motivated team player with a positive, communicative and collaborative approach, our Interior Designers work in partnership with colleagues across Gensler’s practice areas, as well as with vendors and stakeholders at all levels. You will have the knowledge and ability to provide guidance to less experienced members of the Interiors Team, advising and supporting where necessary.What You Will DoThis role covers all stages of Interior Design. You should be passionate about conceptual design, developing the best details to realise the creative potential for each project and value attention to detail and good construction techniques. Our designers work collaboratively and enthusiastically with the design and technical team to develop the designs. We look for designers that have a self-starting, motivated approach and will enjoy learning new ways of working. You will also engage with our company standards and deliver drawing packages for Interior Design projects for workplace interior projects.Project manager the selection of colour, appropriate materials and FF&E (Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment) for projects in coordination with other team members to meet client’s expectationsCoordinate vendors, suppliers and manage the specification process.Outstanding knowledge of the local markets for sourcing materialsInvolvement in all phases of the design process including feasibility, concept design, schemic design, design development and construction documents.Development of three-dimensional or spacial design with the team.Development of design planning, conceptual sketches and design support for completion/execution of design conceptsImplementation of approved concept through preparation of design presentation documents, drawings and schedules to meet project deadlines.Performance in a designer capacity for bespoke items or for designated areas.Preparation of finished drawings from sketches, notes, layouts, details and verbal instructions under minimal supervision.Your QualificationsDemonstrable experience as an FF&E Interior Designer, colour and material specification and developmentA strong working knowledge of Revit is essential, as well as Sketch-up,Adobe Suite and project information databasesA working knowledge of project information databases and specification writingSketch-up, Adobe Suite and project information databasesAdditional 3D modelling programs and good hand-sketching skills would be advantageous.Demonstrable presentation and client relations skillsBachelors’ Degree in Interior Design or Interior Architecture from an accredited schoolExcellent graphic and visualization skills to communicate design ideasExcellent collaboration skills, good self-organisation and strong ability to work in a team environmentProven professional experience essentialLife at GenslerWe encourage every person at Gensler to lead a healthy and balanced life. Our comprehensive benefits include medical and dental insurance, season ticket loans, pension, profit sharing and twice annual bonus opportunities. As part of the firm’s commitment to professional development, Gensler offers reimbursement for certain professional qualifications and associated renewals and exam fees. In addition, we reimburse tuition for certain eligible programmes or classes. We view our professional development programs as strategic investments in our future.This job description reflects the core activities of the role although there will be changes in the emphasis of duties as required from time to time.Please apply for this FF&E Interior Designer role and submit your CV and Portfolio for review. Candidates who do not meet the criteria, or provide work samples will not be considered.
