Interior Designer

MBDS is looking for a talented Midweight Designer to join our New York Studio.

The position will offer the opportunity to work with in the studio’s team of designers to support the Senior Designers on multiple high end projects. The Designers are members of the Design Studio Team (DST) alongside the Associates, Senior Designers and Junior Designers. This team will carry out the works associated with MBDS’ service offering.

The Designer will be supporting the Team and will work in tandem with the other Designers in the Studio. This person will be fully immersed at all levels of the design process on a daily basis via their allocated projects, taking ownership and responsibility of their own workload while using their initiative and creative skills to solve problems and meet deadlines. An excellent understanding of all areas of furniture, product, interior architecture and design is a must. Further, an understanding of construction technology is imperative as well as knowledge of current building regulations. Since the position includes communication with client representatives and other project team consultants, a high level of verbal and written communication skills are a must.

A high-level of AutoCAD and Microsoft Office is key. Additional computer programme skills would be an advantage, such as InDesign and Adobe Creative Suite. An engaging and diplomatic manner and clean and tidy appearance is expected.

Responsibilities

• Support the development of the plans and elevations during the design concept development working with the Senior Designer and the Design Management Team (DMT).
• Understanding the client’s brief and senior staff’s vision for the project and implementing it into the concept design
• Support the development of the design concept working closely with the Senior Designer and the DMT. The task would include finding mood images for a particular design direction to establishing information about the specific site
• Support the efforts in establishing the materiality for projects. Suggesting appropriate materials and finishes, using the individuals experience / knowledge of different suppliers
• Review and suggest ironmongery and sanitary ware manufactures and their suitability for the project
• Support the efforts in maintaining MBDS’s Stylistic Design Standards
• Work closely with the Senior Designer and the Studio team in general on establishing libraries for mood images and materials
• Support presentation of ideas and concepts to the client and client representative.
• Communication with the DST on a daily basis

• Bachelor's degree in Interior Design or a related field
• Proven experience as an Interior Designer or similar role
• Strong portfolio showcasing previous design projects
• Proficiency in design software such as AutoCAD, SketchUp, or similar programs
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to interpret client needs and provide exceptional customer service
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• 401k with MBDS contributing up to 3%.
• Flex-time - start between 08.30-9.30 & finish between 5.30-6:30
• Reduce lunch by 30 minutes/leave 30 minutes early
• Summer Hours – option to leave at 1pm on Fridays between Memorial Day & Labor Day
• WFH days – 2 per week
• Long Service Rewards
• Monthly drinks and raffle to win dinner at a NY restaurant