careers

Abd is currently looking for a passionate and driven individual to fill a senior designer role.

senior designer

[18 month contract]

A creative, self-motivated and meticulous individual who can lead a strong team and act in a lead role for high-end commercial + residential design projects.

responsibilities

Lead the creative and conceptual stages of the design projects with abd team and clients

Lead creation of proposals, bidding and tender packages, construction documents and working budgets

Ensure projects are on track to meet project requirements, deadlines and budgets and participate in post-construction quality reviews

Collaborate seamlessly with our clients, as well as other designers, architects, contractors, fabricators, artisans, and developers on multiple projects

Lead material sourcing and specification, custom furniture design, visual research, furniture sourcing, graphic and visual presentations, in addition to maintaining budgets and project timelines

Lead the team in project documentation including the submission of a full drawing set, specification writing, schedules, and construction administration 

Create project documentation including the submission of budgets and FF&E proposals

Participate alongside Operations Producer in project coordination, construction administration, site visits and maintain quality control during construction as needed

Collaborate with artists and artisans on custom works and projects

Build lasting relations with clients, contractors, suppliers and our team

Troubleshoot all client service areas for a high-end client experience

International travel required

qualifications

8-10 years of experience in interiors (+ architecture a plus) and a degree from an accredited school

Passion about design and a well curated eye for detail

4+ years of project management, residential and commercial management

Knowledge of the full design process including concept, schematic, design development, construction documentation, construction administration, procurement, and installation

High proficiency in AutoCad, SketchUP, Enscape, Revit and Adobe Creative Suite for in-house projects and to adapt those from collaborators as needed

Exceptional graphics and presentation skills to communicate ideas including effective verbal and written skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and a willingness to adapt to the daily needs of the design team.

High proficiency in AutoCad, Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUP and Enscape, as well as a willingness to stay updated on the latest advancements in both AI and interior design technology

Familiarity with building codes and regulations

Elevated sourcing capabilities (to include artisanal pieces)