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SMC Design are now recruiting for a Midweight FF&E Interior Designer with 2-3 years' FF&E experience to join our team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic and creative FF&E Designer to work on high-end marine interior design projects, liaising with suppliers and working to a client's needs and aspirations. Project involvement is from conception through to completion, and the candidate will join projects at a variety of stages along the way to form this dynamic and fast-paced role.

Experience in delivering FF&E packages for large-scale commercial projects (eg hotels/cruise ships) is essential, as well as impeccable organisational, research and communication skills.

The ideal candidate must be able to demonstrate the following:

• Proficiency in Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Excel, and confidence in using an Apple Mac computer. Familiarity with navigating VectorWorks is a bonus but not essential.
• An extensive understanding of finishes, furniture and lighting, with a fantastic eye for the finer details.
• Experience completing specifications to a high standard of clarity.
• An ability to interpret a brief and design schemes for a wide variety of clients tastes, brand identities or requirements.
• An ability to research for and create strong mood boards.
• An ability to create sample boards for client presentations.
• An ability to work as part of a larger team, but also independently on projects where required.
• An ability to hit the ground running and be self motivated, supported by their previous experience taking ownership of the FF&E on projects.
• Excellent written, visual and verbal communication skills, for succinctly communicating concepts and information to a variety of people involved in the project: in house, external 3D visual artists, clients and contractors. Strong English is essential.

This company is a leading manufacturer of high quality bespoke joinery offering total project management from initial site survey through to installation and have a high level of repeat clients and new customers joining their portfolio continuously.

A new opening has just arisen for a Team Leader although they might consider a midweight/senior designer looking to progress. The overall responsibility will be for the design department including the following points:

• Fostering teamwork and collaboration within the design department through involvement of all team members in running the department
• Improving design detailing by improving the speed through the department and the quality of detailing for the manufacturing team to work to
• Maintaining work schedules for the team and advising adjacent teams of progress as requested
• Providing both formal and informal feedback to team members
• Collaborating with project managers, operations management and technical designers to prioritise workload on a weekly basis

Person / Experience Required:

• Experience working with Solid Edge 3D design software (or similar such as SolidWorks)
• Good communication and organisational skills will be needed and previous supervisory experience preferred
• Accuracy in design detailing is vital
• Hands-on experience in manufacturing and assembling joinery
• Experience from the commercial interiors sector
• A good sense of humour is always needed

If this sounds of interest please send in your CV and Portfolio to recruit@careersindesign.com.

This vacancy has been filled so they are therefore no longer taking applications.

Artspace is at the forefront of show home design creating fresh, innovative and contemporary designs that stand out from the crowd.

With an increasing work load we are looking for a designer who is passionate about seeing designs through from conception to installation, a creative individual who loves being part of a team, thinking outside of the box and creating outstanding interiors that exceed expectations.

Skill set and experience required:

• At least 2 - 3 years' experience designing show homes
• Highly organised with the ability to multi-task and work to tight deadlines
• An eye for style, trends, colour, balance and proportion
• Excellent communication and project management skills
• Friendly, approachable and a valued team member
• Full clean driving licence required

If you're interested in joining Team Artspace please send your CV and portfolio (quoting ref: V03720) to: kate@artspaceinteriors.co.uk.

To find out more about Artspace please visit our website www.artspaceinteriors.co.uk.

This is an opportunity for an ambitious and motivated individual to become part of a growing team of people, producing soft furnishings for trade clients including interior designers, architects and developers throughout London and the South. Their work includes handmade curtains, blinds, cushions and upholstery for some of the finest residential and commercial spaces in the UK and abroad.

They are offering:

• Basic salary depending on experience, plus 5% commission on sales
• Pension, laptop and phone
• 20 days holiday per year excluding bank holidays
• Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week

Key responsibilities include:

• Creating estimates and issuing invoices
• Site surveys and taking accurate measurements
• Project managing curtains and blinds, cushion and upholstery jobs from conception to completion
• Creating worksheets for manufacture for every bespoke item
• Answering design and manufacturing queries and problem solving
• Business development from existing and new contacts
• Managing social marketing media

Person / Experience Required:

• 5 years' experience in a similar trade environment and industry knowledge
• Ability to prioritise and manage a large number of projects at the same time
• Exceptional attention to detail and numerate
• Ability to work as part of a team and have a positive and energetic outlook
• Driving licence needed

If this sounds of interest please send in your CV to recruit@careersindesign.com.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a flourishing Nottingham based company specialising in the design, manufacture and retail of furniture, lighting and interior accessories.

The company is offering a new interior design service throughout the UK - working directly with developers and builders to create show homes and furnish investment / rental units and are seeking a Senior Interior Designer to join the team and be responsible for this service.

This role requires an experienced, confident professional to design and dress interiors, manage clients and projects and seek new business opportunities. Additional duties may include the design and upkeep of the showroom(s) and planning, managing and styling photoshoots.

The ideal candidate will be university qualified with an art or design related degree. Professional Interior design experience is essential, preferably from a show home background. Excellent organisation, written and spoken English, numeracy, computer and customer facing skills are also required. Freelance / Part Time or Permanent work, depending on the applicant, can be offered.

Computer skills must include competence in Microsoft Word, Excel, Adobe InDesign and Photoshop. CAD and 3D modelling skills are desirable but not essential.

Salary is negotiable depending on experience.

If this sounds like you then please submit a CV by email to James Pilling at james.pilling@my-furniture.co.uk  (quoting reference V03699). To find out more about My Furniture please visit our website www.my-furniture.co.uk.

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Project Manager to join a unique, design led luxury interiors brand. The Company has its roots in designing and curating collections of furniture and accessories that showcase the finest in British design and craftsmanship.

This role requires the person to manage multiple projects from the pricing stage through to completion, ensuring that profitability and program is maintained and that the product fits the brief. It involves a high level of organizational skills, liaising with the workshop, sourcing of external suppliers and a good eye for detail whilst demonstrating a strong level of commercial awareness.

Responsibilities include:

• Reviewing and understanding technical construction drawings and product specifications
• Attending internal, supplier and client meetings
• The breakdown of projects into components, producing costing / budgets and formulating project timelines
• Producing / coordinating tender packages for pricing
• Reviewing quotes from multiple suppliers and comparing costs
• Reviewing and signing off supplier / manufacturer drawings and specifications
• Visiting workshops and clients properties to manage and review construction

Person / Experience Required:

• AutoCAD (2D) and Microsoft Office including Word, Excel
• Strong organisational skills and experience of handling suppliers
• Experience working with workshops and the construction of furniture, in particular fitted
• Commercial awareness and knowledge of financials
• Self-starting and proactive

If this sounds of interest please send in your CV to recruit@careersindesign.com.

This vacancy is now at interview stage.

We are a leading German Kitchen Supplier to both the London and Surrey areas and are looking for an enthusiastic designer to join the team at our Flagship Surbiton Branch. The candidate must live within a 10 mile radius of the showroom with a full driving licence as site visits are an integral part of our work. Use of their own vehicle however, although preferred, is not essential.

The candidate should have experience in designing kitchens using a CAD software package and ideally will have worked with a German kitchen manufacturer either currently or previously. You will be knowledgeable about a variety of worksurfaces, appliances and splashbacks and possess some interior design skills and flair as we are increasingly getting orders for living rooms, bedrooms and offices also.

If this sounds like you then please submit a CV by email to Owais Ali at owais.ali@acquakitchens.co.uk (quoting reference V03693). Please also visit www.acquakitchens.co.uk for more information on our company. 

This company is a specialist in the interior architecture of historical and period properties and work directly with their clients who come to them for their expertise and beautiful pieces of furniture, joinery and workmanship.

They are currently seeking an experienced and professional Production Engineer to be responsible for taking 2D design drawings and preparing manufacturing and purchasing drawings for the workshop, subcontract makers and fitters.

Responsibilities include:

• Liaising with clients and design/production team regarding design issues
• Production of cutting lists for the purchase of sheet material
• Production of accurate shopping lists for the purchase of appliances
• Production of site installation drawings detailing precise position of furniture within site boundaries
• Provision of technical assistance to fitting teams during both assembly and installation
• Contributing to the regular design team meetings, including participation and suggestions as to team improvement
• Discussions with suppliers of timber and hardware to ensure that the correct materials are used to both fit the design brief and the cost bill

Person / Experience Required:

• AutoCAD and Microsoft Office is needed, Woodwork for Inventor experience desirable
• Cabinetmaking background and/or a good understanding of manufacturing and assembly processes, materials selection and presentation
• Able to work from drawings and specification sheets and able to interpret technical requirements and design briefs
• Experience of site surveying
• Knowledge of period architectural styles, building techniques and mouldings would be an advantage
• An understanding of mechanical and electrical services required to be connected to fitted furniture, kitchens, and bathrooms

If this sounds of interest please send in your CV and Portfolio to recruit@careersindesign.com.

This company specialise in the design of show homes throughout the UK enjoy an enviable reputation for delivering and installing beautiful interiors to enhance the saleability of homes on every development. They are a large team of passionate, committed professionals and are recruiting for a Design Account Manager to cover the North East of England and Scotland.

This role requires a strong, enthusiastic and experienced individual to build relationships proactively with both new and existing clients. This is a field-based, customer centric role, in which the ideal candidate will employ a consultative approach, using emotional intelligence, taking their listening and influencing skills to clients directly.

Regularly meeting with customers, you will be equally as comfortable communicating with them on a one to one basis as you would be delivering presentations to a group, whether taking a brief or introducing the company and services.

Person / Experience Required:

• You will have come from property development, associated construction industry or interior product / design sales background
• Sales project management experience
• Commercially minded with a a good standard in literacy and numeracy
• Good understanding of continuous improvement techniques and activities
• Lead generation and business development skills
• A genuine interest in Interior Design
• Excellent communication skills (oral, written and presentational)
• Able to operate self-sufficiently in a principally field based role
• Organised, a planner, adept at prioritising and able to meet deadlines
• Good computer literacy (specifically Excel)
• Self-reliance whilst operating remotely for extended periods of time

If this sounds of interest please send in your CV to recruit@careersindesign.com.

Our client is a creative, leading edge specialist that has built a reputation for creating some of the most inspiring and successful designs for hospitality operations across Europe, Middle East and Africa. Their clients include the world's premier corporate, hotel and leisure operators.

Due to a steady increase in business they are now seeking a CAD Technician to support the design team in the production of drawings. Ideally they would have experience in the hospitality / foodservice industry although they might consider a recent graduate with some work experience.

Based on the borders of London and Essex and with easy access to Liverpool Street, they offer great career prospects and room to develop. There is also the possibility of more creative work if design flair is shown.

Objectives and Requirements:

• The creation of design concepts and developing schematic and equipment layouts using AutoCAD and ideally Revit
• Preparing technical drawings from sketches
• The production of fabrication elevations, sections and drawings containing builders' work requirements
• You should be articulate with good communication, hand-writing (for drawing mark-ups) and interpersonal skills
• You will be working both on your own and as part of a team so will need to be self-motivated and able to use your initiative

If this sounds of interest please send in your CV and Portfolio to recruit@careersindesign.com.