Designer (Select Service) in Chicago, Illinois at Design Environments

Join Our Team as a Designer-Select Service

About Us: Design Environments is a leading national commercial interior design firm that provides interior design, furniture, fixture, and equipment procurement, project management, and warehousing and installation services to its clients across the United States. Headquartered in Marietta, GA, we have design studios and offices in Chicago, Boston, and Greensboro, NC. We serve a diverse range of verticals, including hospitality, senior living, multi-family housing, single-family model homes, student housing and private clubs. At Design Environments, our mission is simple: To create inspiring spaces and seamlessly deliver a worry-free experience for every client.

About the Role: As a Designer, you will be an integral part of our select service hospitality project team, contributing your skills and talents to every phase of the design process. You will have the opportunity to work closely with experienced mentors who will guide you in building a well-rounded skillset and achieving your professional goals. We value attention to detail, a thirst for learning, and strong communication skills as essential qualities for success in this role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with Project Designer and project team members to identify and achieve design goals. Deliver exceptional results to clients and brands.
• Alongside Project Designer, develop concept design narratives based on thorough research and analysis. Build engaging digital design presentations for client and brand review, utilizing your creativity and technical skills.
• Generate 3D design studies and solutions that bring concepts to life and help clients visualize space(s).
• Select hospitality grade furniture and finishes, pulling together appropriate materials with project team. Write detailed custom FF+E specifications to ensure accurate procurement of materials and products. Analyze prototype FF+E specifications for brand standard documentation.
• Create accurate FF+E matrices that align with project FF+E specifications and drawing documentation.
• Collaborate with Project Designer on ID drawing documentation, coordinate design solutions with vendors and consultants.
• Document design solutions that comply with building codes and federal ADA guidelines, prioritizing safety and accessibility.
• Attend project site visits and installations, ensuring successful implementation of documented design.
• Stay informed about new vendors and products to ensure design solutions are innovative and unique.
• Work with other Designers to maintain a comprehensive resource library to support the design studio's ongoing projects.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in interior design, or related field, from a CIDA accredited university. Associate Degree in Interior Design may be considered based on professional experience.
• 0-6 years of professional experience, strong preference for candidates with hospitality design experience.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD. Experience with SketchUp, particularly with the Enscape plug-in, to create immersive 3D visualizations.
• Proficiency in Adobe InDesign and Photoshop for creating captivating design presentations.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Word and Excel, for document creation and organization.
• Ability to write detailed custom FF+E specifications for hospitality grade product. Understanding of brand prototype FF+E specifications. Familiarity with procurement processes to assist Operations department.

Key Attributes:

• Creative problem-solving skills to tackle design challenges with ingenuity and innovation.
• Excellent organization and time management abilities to effectively handle multiple projects and deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to articulate design concepts and collaborate with team members, brand representatives and clients.
• A collaborative mindset, a desire to thrive in a team environment where collective creativity is valued.
• A continuous learner who seeks to expand professional skills and engage with industry trends.
• Detail-oriented approach, ensuring accuracy and precision in every aspect of daily work.
• Willingness and ability to travel as needed to support project requirements.

Compensation Package:

• Competitive base salary commensurate with experience and skills.
• Annual bonus opportunity based on individual and company performance.
• Personal time off for work-life balance and rejuvenation.
• 9 paid holidays to celebrate and recharge.
• Comprehensive health care benefits to support your well-being.
• 401(k) with company match to help you plan for your future.

Join Us in Creating Exceptional Spaces. If you're passionate about design and ready to make a difference in the world of interior design, we want to hear from you! Apply now to join our team and embark on a rewarding journey of creativity, collaboration, and professional growth.