IIDA NE Design Community News

Interior Designer — Boston MA

Safdie Architects is seeking an experienced interior designer with at least 7 to 10 years of design-focused experience for its international practice.

Headquartered in Somerville MA, with offices in Toronto, Jerusalem, Singapore, and Shanghai to support ongoing projects, Safdie Architects is engaged in diverse projects in terms of both building type and geographic location. Projects under construction and recently completed include libraries, museums, performing arts centers, cultural centers, campus master plans, residential, and mixed-use developments in such diverse places as Singapore, China, India, Bangladesh, Jerusalem, Toronto, Washington DC, Philadelphia, Missouri, and Arkansas.

At Safdie Architects, interior designers are part of a highly creative, multi-disciplinary environment focused on design excellence. Interior designers work on programmatically complex public and private projects and are involved with projects from design through construction. They work in collaboration with the firm’s Principals and design architects to develop design concepts and ideas and achieve project goals related to project quality and process.

Interior designers are involved with programming, space planning, interior detailing, designing and detailing custom furniture, and finish selections. They conduct research on new materials, prepare and coordinate contract documents, and source high-end FF&E and finishes on large-scale projects.

Like design architects, interior designers function as design advocates during the design and delivery process. Candidates for the interior designer position should be able to lead and work with teams of junior designers, have demonstrated experience developing and maintaining communication with architects and consultants, and have a strong knowledge of design and detailing for large-scale, high-end projects. In addition, they should have a working knowledge of techniques, products, and materials used in high-end institutional, hospitality, and retail environments.

In addition to an aptitude for design and problem-solving, candidates must be highly motivated, have the ability to work effectively in an intense, collaborative team environment, and possess a willingness to assume both project-wide and office-related responsibility.

All applicants must have the authorization to work within the United States and the ability to travel outside the U.S. Prior experience working in China and/or proficiency in Mandarin is preferred but not required.

Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and work sample in PDF format to msa@talentstar.com 

For more information, go to http://talentstar.com/safdie-20 

Salesperson at KI

KI is looking for a talented salesperson to join our Boston sales team to market our products in the state of Massachusetts.  Responsibilities include calling on decision-makers and end-users to market KI products, and working closely with influential architects and designers to increase KI awareness and consideration in targeted building and renovation projects.  

This position will concentrate on building market share in the assigned territory, achieving sales goals, establishing new relationships, as well as maintaining existing relationships with clients.  The position will call on clients in all of KI's core markets including commercial business, education, healthcare and government.   If you enjoy the consultative selling process and thrive on furnishing knowledge and providing solutions to clients’ needs, you will appreciate marketing KI's distinctly impressive product lines.  

Candidates with previous contract furniture industry or related business-to-business selling background are preferred.  Utilize your strong communication, new business development, multi-tasking, and organizational skills to build a thriving territory.  Experience working with end users and the Architect and Design community is desired.  

To apply or learn more about our company please visit our website: www.KI.com 

KITCHEN & BATH DESIGNER/SALES – Nashua, New Hampshire

The Kitchen Design Consultant position will play a vital role in the company’s success and those individuals leading the company. As the Kitchen Design Consultant, you will not only provide design consultation, but secure sales by demonstrating to the prospective client that our services are better and worth more than our competition. You will have the opportunity to gain subject matter experience and stretch to develop new skills, insights and operational experience running the showroom. This position should be viewed as an opportunity to contribute beyond its endemic scope and to “make a difference,” and as an opportunity to grow beyond the position itself.

You will interact directly with the company principals and sales manager and provide support to management at all levels of the business. Your excellent and professional communication skills will be constantly put to the test, as will your ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously as you serve as a focal point of a dynamic, fast-paced business environment.

EXPERIENCE:
? 3-5+ years Kitchen and Bath design experience required.
? Successful track record of involving design and sales.
? Bachelor’s Degree in Interior Design, Interior Architecture, Spacial Planning or related field is a plus.

COMPENSATION/BENEFITS:
? Health, Dental, Vision, and 401K
? Contact us for more details on compensation.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
? Responsible for selling, designing, estimating and pre-production processes.
? Solicit new accounts, conduct job site visits, and prospect for new projects.
? Maintain an active file of new and existing customers.
? Design, prepare, present and sell cabinetry and other related products used in kitchen and bath remodel or new construction projects.
? Implement all “Measure Calls” to include:
o Defining clients needs
o Measurement Take-Offs
o Presenting the Project Design Agreement
? Work effectively with team leads to make sure installation and construction process runs as planned.
? Participate in showroom duties and special marketing events like the Home Show as required.
? Possess proficiency of differences in cabinet lines, countertop products, sinks and faucets, etc.
? Maintain a clean, neat, professional looking showroom to include sample library.
? Preparation for client meetings to include confirming appointments, setting up conference room, printing material and any other duties as directed.
? Maintain relevant departmental databases as needed.
? Integrate Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Visio files and content in order to create presentations and reports.
? Other administrative duties associated with Showroom as needed.

SKILLS:
? Experience dealing with builders, architects, and interior designers.
? Familiarization with high-end appliances, countertops, fixtures and decorative tile.
? Experience with 20/20 design/pricing software is a plus, and will train.
? AutoCAD is a plus.
? Relationship building to include in person and by phone.
? Networking and building connections.
? Strong communication skills – verbal & written.
? Knowledgeable with MS Office – PowerPoint, Word & Excel and ability to work with Excel spreadsheets, formulas, and formatting.
? Knowledgeable with social media – Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, Blogs, & YouTube.

CONTACT: dana@workforceextended.com / 603-325-1799

Jenne Rayburn Jewelry and Accessories Spring Trunk Show

May 11, 2013  11 AM - 4 PM

Wormwood Street, Boston, MA

Please join Jenne Rayburn, IIDA, for a Trunk Show featuring items from her new Spring 2013 Collections. In coordination with the Fort Point Arts Community Art Walk, Spring Open Studios, and hosted by Rhiannon Hayes. Bubbly and treats will be served all day, don't forget to bring a friend! 

For more information visit:  http://www.jennerayburn.com/retail.rhtml

We would love to know you will stop by, please RSVP to sales@jennerayburn.com

 Interior Designer – 10 years of experience

ARC/Architectural Resources Cambridge is currently seeking a project Interior Designer to join our collaborative team.  Ideal candidates must have expertise working in commercial and institutional interiors for a minimum of 10 years.  Additionally, experience in space planning, design development, technical detailing and material and finish specifications is preferred.  Strong presentation, interpersonal and client skills are a plus. 

Candidates applying for this position must possess an undergraduate degree in interior design as well as their NCIDQ certificate.  Experience working in both Revit and the Adobe Creative Suite is also highly desirable.

Please send your cover letter, resume and work samples to hr@arcusa.com.

http://www.arcusa.com

Interior Designer – 5-7 years of experience

ARC/Architectural Resources Cambridge is currently seeking a junior Interior Designer to join our collaborative team.  Ideal candidates must have 5-7 years of experience working in commercial and institutional interiors.  Additionally, experience in space planning, design development, and material and finish specifications is preferred.  Strong presentation, interpersonal and client skills are a plus. 

Candidates applying for this position must possess an undergraduate degree in interior design; NCIDQ certification is a plus.  Experience working in both Revit and the Adobe Creative Suite is also highly desirable.

Please send your cover letter, resume and work samples to hr@arcusa.com.

http://www.arcusa.com