DSK | Dewing Schmid Kearns Architects + Planners - Interior Designer

Preferred years of experience: 8-11 years

JOB DESCRIPTION

Looking for a change in 2025? Ready to join a talented team at DSK | Dewing Schmid Kearns Architects + Planners [DSK], named a 2023 Best Place to Work by Boston Business Journal? Look no further. DSK is a 35-person planning, architecture, interior design, and advisory firm with offices in Concord and South Dartmouth, Massachusetts. Our practice provides meaningful opportunities for employees to design impactful work through creative interdisciplinary teams, advancing our clients’ mission and contributing positively to society. Our studios embody the innovative spirit, creative output, and culture of the Firm.

We are seeking a talented Interior Designer to join a team of professionals who are passionate about providing their clients with the highest quality design services. This individual will have specialized knowledge in residential, institutional, and higher and secondary education, working with consultants, vendors, and clients to provide exemplary and innovative design solutions. Joining DSK | Interiors provides the opportunity to contribute to challenging projects and external visibility.

The Interior Designer will be mentored along their leadership pathway and be responsible for mentoring more junior members of the team. Importantly, this role will create interdisciplinary connections to all practice areas of DSK.The Interior Designer has the responsibility to lead project teams in conceptualizing interior projects, setting the initial design direction, and making critical aesthetic decisions throughout the project while integrating input from the client, senior designers, and members of the project team. The Interior Designer creates and transforms, elevating design concepts, while supporting and perpetuating our core values.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborate on Firm projects including programming, conceptual design, schematic design, design development, construction documents, and construction administration

• Work with senior design staff to prepare, develop, and monitor conceptual designs, material and concept presentations, shop drawings, and finish samples for approval

• Conceptualize, design, and detail custom product solutions when appropriate

• Maintain working knowledge of current techniques, products, materials, and systems

• Create product schedules for clients and consultants including furniture, fixtures, and equipment

• Create client and industry-facing presentations•Contribute to prospective client proposals

• Prepare and manage project furniture specifications, material selections, delivery coordination, and installation

• Review vendor quotes, prepare sales proposals, and manage DSK’s in-house procurement process

• Create new and foster existing relationships with local workrooms, sales reps, and vendors

• Co-Manage DSK’s Materials Library including vendor updates and project specific sample coordination

• Contribute to Firm culture, initiatives, and professional development

REQUIREMENTS

• 7+ years of progressive design and professional experience in Interior Design

• Earned a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Interior Design or Interior Architecture

• Demonstrate the ability to successfully manage and complete design projects on schedule and within budget

• Ability to engage all phases of design including concept design, schematic design, design development and construction documentation

• Manage multiple projects at various stages of development, ensuring all were effectively coordinated

• Cultivate excellent communication skills to build strong relationships at all organizational levels, both internally and externally

• Engage in internal and external professional development opportunities to stay current with industry trends

• Exhibit exceptional organizational, presentation, and multitasking skills to meet deadlines with meticulous attention to detail

• Maintain confidentiality and handled sensitive information with care and discretion

• Communicate clearly and effectively, both in writing and verbally, with clients and teams

• Inspire and lead by example, mentoring and training team members to develop their skills

• Demonstrate expertise in BIM, REVIT, Enscape, Adobe Creative Suite, and Microsoft Office

• General understanding of sustainable strategies and principles including familiarity with LEED or other green building rating systems

• NCIDQ certification preferred but not required

Instructions on where/how to apply: Interested candidates who meet the requirements and are prepared to join a team of dynamic professionals working on transformative design should forward a letter of interest, resume or CV, and a diverse portfolio of previous client work to the attention of Mary Lou Kearns, Office Manager, at info@dskap.com. Include the position you are applying for in the subject line. Please note that our Concord Office is located on the MBTA Commuter Rail.

DSK is an equal opportunity/affirmative action workplace and complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status.