HKS, Inc is hiring : Design Professional II - Interior Design, Mission Critical i

Overview :

Contributes and develops project and design solutions to advance respective projects while working independently with guidance. Eager to learn and innovate. Anticipates job expectations while performing design and technical tasks requiring application of standard techniques and knowledge. Responsibilities :

Effectively fulfills tasks to document and convey design requirements and design solutions to the broader design and construction team with general supervision

Assists in and collaborates on designing and preparing implementation document sets (i.e., interior plans, fixture plans, elevations, details) for designated projects

Works with project team to review work for design integrity, accuracy, clarity and quality

Organizes files, materials and displays

May complete site surveys, field verification and test fit plans

Conducts research (i.e., conceptual, site, client, materials) for the project team

Assists with the development of interiors concepts based on client vision, desire, project scope and architectural concept

Participates in schematic design activities, including making adaptations and modifications and assisting other designers in specific aspects of overall design

Utilizes creative thinking to achieve innovative solutions

Assists in the coordination with consultants, furniture dealers, product reps and fabricators to meet overall project objectives

Maintains furniture, fixtures and equipment (FF&E) databases, specifications and performance metrics

May assist with review of RFIs and submittals during the Construction Administration Phase

May be responsible for communication with other disciplines, vendors and contractors to incorporate all information into project requirements

May participate in product presentations to maintain knowledge of industry drivers, products and materials available on the market

Participates in team meetings to discuss project and technical issues

Qualifications :

Education and Experience

Accredited professional degree in Interior Design, Architecture or related field

Typically 3+ years of experience

Licenses and Certifications

On the path to NCIDQ certification

Sustainable design accreditation preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Advanced - expert-level experience, knowledge or skills

Intermediate - experience, knowledge or skills required to produce high-quality solutions or work

Basic - familiar with primary concepts or capabilities and can perform elementary functions

Intermediate experience and skills in Revit, Rhino, Grasshopper, Dynamo, Photoshop required; advanced preferred

Intermediate experience in Twinmotion, Enscape or other visualization tools; advanced preferred

Intermediate skills in AI design tools and virtual reality such as VR headsets and Yulio required

Intermediate experience in Bluebeam, Illustrator and InDesign graphic software required

Intermediate skills in MS Office Suite preferred

Basic knowledge of furniture specifications software required, and of Navisworks preferred

Basic knowledge of sustainability and integrated design guidelines required

Basic knowledge of furniture, fixtures and equipment (FF&E) to carry out design intent required

Basic ability to communicate in a clear, concise and professional manner both verbally and in writing preferred

Intermediate ability to problem solve and collaborate on innovative solutions required

Intermediate ability to work in team environment required

Intermediate ability to work on multiple projects at the same time required

Intermediate ability to effectively meet deadlines at expected quality required

Travel may be required

Base Salary Range : $61 k - $80k annually - Seattle location only

The estimate displayed represents the general base salary range of candidates hired in the Seattle. location only. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.

HKS offers a comprehensive total compensation & benefits package with health, dental, and vision care coverage, 401(k) plans, life & AD&D insurance, short / long term disability plans, paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, vacation), and much more for benefits-eligible employees. To learn more about our benefits visit this page.

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If you currently work for HKS, please submit your application via the Internal Careers Portal .

HKS is an EEO / AA Employer : M / F / Disabled / Veteran

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