Senior Designer (6-month FTC)

at  Broll Property Group

EDUCATION

Bachelor’s degree in interior design, Interior Architecture/Architecture OR BTech/MTech related.

EXPERIENCE

5 Years + Working Experience in the commercial design experience, building refurb experience and architectural experience.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS REQUIRED

• Excellent written communication skills
• Verbal and digital presentation skills
• A strong understanding of furnishings and finishes (lighting, wall and floor finishes, furniture, wet services as well as rates and prices for these products and services).
• Read, interpret and compile construction documents and construction drawing packs.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Proficient in AutoCAD, REVIT, Adobe In-Design and Adobe Photoshop
• 3D Rendering
• Sketching abilities in order to sketch preliminary concepts.
• Compile Accurate Site Surveys
• Knowledge of local and international design trends
• Knowledge of Municipal Bylaws

AIM: TO UNDERSTAND THE CLIENT’S REQUIREMENTS AND THE NEEDS OF THE PEOPLE USING THE SPACE AND TO TRANSLATE THIS INFORMATION INTO SUCCESSFUL DESIGN AND SPACE PLANNING.

• Understand the client’s requirements and the needs of the individuals who will Utilise the space. Attend briefing meetings, where possible. Ensure that during briefing meetings you ask the right probing questions to gather any additional information on the client’s requirements.
• Understand how the client’s current working space functions in terms of circulation and relationships between different departments. This information needs to be kept in mind so that when the new space is finalised, you can set it up based on what worked, what didn’t and then suggest solutions.
• Conduct the initial site meeting and compile briefs that consider the client’s objectives, time-frames and budget for the proposed project.
• Once you have confirmed the brief, work on the space plan and the look book for the project.
• Once the client is happy with the space plan and look book, proceed with costing the project and establish a budget with the Project Manager.
• Utilise the budget to draw up construction drawings so that you know what your margin is on the project. Liaise with the Project Manager on profit margins, as ensuring profitability of projects is a key element of project management.
• Ensure that the construction drawings are sent to specialists or contractors for a final quote. Once the specialists provide you with a quote, ensure that you are getting the best possible deal from them.
• Specify suitable products and finishes as required for this specific application. Ensure all product’s specified

have been thoroughly researched, and contractors/ suppliers have provided reasonable (3 years + ) warranties.

• Manage company risk by ensuring all drawings have been double checked for accuracy by yourself, and a

second person; all items specified have 3 years + warranties; and the client has approved in writing all drawings, specifications, and finishes, including amendments during the course of the project.

• Working closely with the workplace strategist to ensure that the workplace mythology is incorporated /

implemented into the design and space planning of the project.

FF & E

• Compile and cost FF & E Schedules, estimates and quotes for all interior and workplace strategy projects.
• Assist with furniture procurement.
• Co-ordinate deliveries with the project manager
• Negotiate and discuss better pricing models with all suppliers.
• Update the furniture procurement supplier’s and product database.

POSITION PURPOSE

Internal Developers (ID) are 360 workplace strategists consisting of a team of multi-disciplinary consultants.
ID’s combined knowledge from the real estate and built-environment provide their clients with data-led information to develop a future-proof workplace strategy - whether it be stay-vs-go, space optimisation, consolidation, or expansion.
The team can manage workplace projects of any scale for both the commercial and retail sectors which include existing premises refurbishments, new fit-outs, and renovations throughout South Africa. ID deliver a total end-to-end business solution from inception to implementation.
The Designers play an integral role in executing on a client’s brief and on ensuring that objectives are met. This role requires a combination of architectural design and technical skills along with the ability to manage projects effectively and communicate with clients and the internal as well as external consultant team.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

The Designer must be capable of completing all stages of a project, from brief to final completion, ensuring that the client’s brief, budget and requirements have been delivered in an interesting and innovative way.

AIM: ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES TO BE DONE TO ENSURE EFFECTIVE BUSINESS PROCESSES AND GOVERNANCE.

• Ensure that time sheets are always up-to-date and accurate.
• Undertake other duties and training as may be reasonably required.
• Constantly update knowledge on new and existing design software and share your knowledge with the team.
• Proactively assist with building a supplier/contractor list.
• Mentor more junior designers in the business.
• Update and constantly make improvements to IS’s website as required.
• Update the company brochure’s, marketing materials and all relevant templates as and when required by the company.
• Assist with Marketing and Brand Strategy on an ongoing basis.