Lead Designer

Company Overview:

At Tint Tone and Shade, we are dedicated to pushing the boundaries of design and delivering exceptional, innovative solutions that enhance spaces and experiences. We seek a visionary candidate to spearhead our projects and drive creative excellence.

Position Summary:

The Lead Designer manages design projects from concept to completion, ensuring innovative and functional solutions that meet client needs. This role involves collaborating with clients, creating design concepts, producing blueprints, and overseeing project execution within budget and timeline constraints. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential for success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Control projects from start to finish, ensuring high-quality, innovative, and functional designs.
• Take project briefs to identify client needs and develop feasibility reports and design proposals.
• Generate design ideas that reflect client requirements, building usage, and environmental considerations.
• Assist Lead Designers on various projects and assigned tasks.
• Produce detailed blueprints, making necessary corrections as needed.
• Compile and maintain project specifications, budgets, and timelines.
• Ensure compliance with specific standards, building codes, guidelines, and regulations.
• Conduct on-site visits to monitor project status and provide reports.
• Collaborate and liaise with construction and interior professionals.
• Stay updated on architectural trends and advancements.
• Provide pre-designed figures, such as environmental impact assessments and feasibility studies.
• Manage escalations that arise during project execution.
• Outline client design objectives and set timelines for project completion.
• Source materials and products in alignment with design plans.
• Create mood boards to communicate design vision.
• Utilize computer applications throughout the design process.
• Inspect completed designs to ensure client goals are met.
• Develop design concepts and produce contract documents based on client needs.
• Meet with clients to program project requirements and gather feedback.
• Take accurate as-built measurements for developing floor plans and elevations.
• Create digital presentations of design concepts, including finishes, furnishings, and fixtures.
• Manage project budgets and maintain up-to-date documentation of all activities.
• Coordinate logistics of product deliveries and installations.
• Provide follow-up support to clients, ensuring satisfaction.
• Foster productive and effective relationships with clients

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or a related field.
• 3 + years of experience in design, preferably in a lead role.
• Proficiency in design software (e.g., SketchUp,V-ray Adobe Creative Suite).
• Strong understanding of building codes and regulations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• A strong portfolio showcasing previous design work.