Johannesburg: Interior Designer posted by Talent Link

Responsibilities

Financial Management

• Allocate and use company resources cost-effectively.
• Evaluate BIM software requirements and provide management with recommendations.
• Collaborate with consultants to review and adjust cost estimates to stay within budget.
• Negotiate with suppliers for cost-effective materials and solutions.
• Monitor milestones and deadlines to ensure timely project delivery.
• Track and report on external vendors’ progress and fees.

Project Management

• Attend internal and client meetings to provide updates and feedback on designs and changes.
• Ensure adherence to design and architectural drawing standards.
• Track project progress and communicate potential challenges or delays to management.
• Coordinate the production of construction documentation and as-built drawings.
• Manage quality control processes during construction and production stages.

Design and Execution

• Research and investigate suitable construction methodologies, materials, and finishes.
• Review and coordinate samples, products, and subcontractor shop drawings for compliance with design intent.
• Prepare design narratives, including project documentation and PR-related content.
• Oversee the production of 3D visualizations and ensure accuracy in drawings.

Procurement

• Collaborate with the procurement team to interpret specifications and suggest alternatives.
• Coordinate with suppliers, manufacturers, and consultants to ensure alignment with project requirements.

Learning and Development

• Engage in personal development and training to acquire new skills and enhance current ones.
• Stay informed about recent technologies, materials, trends, and international standards in interior design.
• Conduct research to support innovative design solutions.

Client and Vendor Management

• Build and maintain professional relationships with suppliers, consultants, and clients.
• Streamline workflows for efficient collaboration on visualizations and presentations.
• Take and review meeting minutes with clients and consultants.