Senior Interior Designer

Overview

GHD Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia, is seeking a Senior Interior Designer to join our GHD Design team in the Canberra Studio. Join a team that brings inspirational architecture, interior design, landscapes and urban design. With GHD Design you will have unlimited space to grow.

Responsibilities

• Delivery of Interior Architecture and Design services to GHD clients, particularly for the range of property and building projects, and support other GHD Business Groups requiring such service
• Work with other business group connections to develop client relationships and secure Interior Design-related projects in the ACT and Southern NSW market
• Assist in submitting registrations of interest and proposals
• Assist the Business Group Leader to achieve financial targets with respect to new work, invoicing and chargeable time
• Build effective relationships with other business groups to develop innovative solutions to our clients requirements
• Formulation of preliminary space plans and two- and three-dimensional design concept studies and sketches that integrate the client\'s program needs and are based on knowledge of the principles of interior architecture and design
• Confirmation that preliminary space plans and design concepts are safe, functional, aesthetically appropriate, and meet all public health, safety and welfare requirements, including code, accessibility, environmental, and sustainability guidelines
• Selection of colours, materials and finishes to convey the design concept, and to meet functional, maintenance, life-cycle performance, environmental, and safety requirements
• Selection and specification of furniture, fixtures, equipment, including layout drawings and detailed product description; and provision of contract documentation to facilitate pricing, procurement and installation of furniture
• Preparation of construction documents, consisting of plans, elevations, details and specifications, to illustrate partition layouts; power and communications locations; reflected ceiling plans and lighting designs; materials and finishes; and furniture layouts
• Preparation of construction documents to adhere to building and fire codes, municipal codes, and any other jurisdictional statutes, regulations and guidelines applicable to the interior space
• Coordination and collaboration with other allied design professionals who may be retained to provide consulting services, including but not limited to architects; structural, mechanical and electrical engineers, and various specialty consultants
• Observation and reporting on the implementation of projects while in progress and upon completion, as a representative of and on behalf of the client; and conducting post-occupancy evaluation reports
• Active client engagement and business development activities

What you will bring to the team

• Degree qualified in the relevant profession; interior architecture is advantageous
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in architectural firms or interior design studios
• Strong leadership skills that foster team development and encourage a collaborative studio environment
• Previous experience having led and managed a small team is desirable
• Appreciation and/or experience in project scope definition and resource planning as well as the scheduling and management of workload for the interior design team
• Excellent verbal and graphic presentation skills
• Sound working knowledge and understanding of the Building Code of Australia and relevant Australian Standards
• Sound specification and contract writing skills related to the architectural practice
• Proficient in the use and application of AutoCAD and Revit
• Understanding of Microsoft Project, Adobe InDesign, Photoshop
• Strong interest in client interface and business development activities

Contact

Contact: Jeremy Truong
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Equal Opportunity and Workplace Flexibility

GHD is an equal opportunity employer, and we want everyone to be able to fully participate in our recruitment process. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people of all identities. GHD embraces a range of flexible work practices to create a work environment focused on well-being, flexibility and productivity where our people can thrive. We respectfully ask that no agency resumes be presented at this stage.

About Us

Come together and make a meaningful impact. We bring our people together to create something bigger and solve some of the world\'s most complex problems. Come and experience the power of commitment and see strategy and ideas come to life when you join GHD. Let\'s drive real change. Our pledge to you is to empower our people to make a positive impact by combining our deep technical expertise with the capabilities of our clients and partners to address some of the most complex challenges facing the planet today. See where your commitment could take you. That\'s the #PowerOfCommitment. Who we are: GHD is a global professional services company that leads through engineering, architecture, and construction expertise. We are an employee-owned company with over 11,000 diverse and skilled individuals, across more than 200 offices spanning five continents. The Power of Commitment is our brand promise.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Design, Consulting, and Engineering

Industries

• Civil Engineering, Industrial Machinery Manufacturing, and Environmental Services

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