London, UK
Mid-weight interior designer and FF&E procurement manager
at Philippa Thorp Design
Philippa Thorp Design is looking for a mid-weight interior designer and FF&E procurement manager to join its practice in London.
Philippa Thorp Design is an award-winning company that started in 1985. Today it comprises a talented and growing team of fully trained architects, interior architects and designers with many years’ experience working for private clients on a diverse range of both commercial, hospitality and high-end private/residential projects.
There is a fabulous opportunity to join this highly creative business. The role is for an exceptional designer with at least eight years’ experience, who is confident in the complete design process.
Responsibilities:
- creating mood boards and concept designs
- researching and creating presentations for hard finishes, bathroom, kitchen and joinery designs
- sourcing for samples
- site visits
- FF&E design
- assist with drawing furniture layouts and elevations on Vectorworks using Philippa Thorp Design templates
- prepare detailed specification schedules of ironmongery, sanitaryware, electrics, finishes, joinery, etc
- visiting suppliers, specifying and scheduling
- liaising with clients, contractors and suppliers – written and verbal
- work within budgets set by clients
- work with artisan manufacturers on bespoke pieces of joinery/furniture
- sign off joinery and freestanding rod drawings
- compile comprehensive client estimates on FileMaker
- procurement of orders and signing off invoices
- sourcing of art and decorative items
- arrange shipments, collection and deliveries of goods
- on-site co-ordination and installation
- managing snagging lists
- meet with new supplier reps
Applicants must have:
- experience working from concept design to on-site installation on high-end residential projects within the UK
- have a good understanding of colours, textures and materials as well as budgets
- excellent drawing skills
- Vectorworks experience
- assist in production of presentations for client review
- good knowledge of sanitary ware and suppliers
- good knowledge of FF&E designs and specifications
- good knowledge of suppliers and experience in sourcing and procuring FF&E
- organisational skills to manage both suppliers and clients
- friendly communications skills together with perfect writing skills
- creativity, passion and diligence with an eye for detail and visual awareness
- confidence, motivation and a ‘can-do’ attitude and be able to deliver exceptional quality work efficiently under the pressure of deadlines and within budget
- financial understanding of project costs and budget awareness
- a degree or equivalent in interior design
- at least five years’ post graduate experience in the luxury residential sector
- an eye for detail, colour and a knowledge of antiques and artwork
Please submit applications using the ‘apply’ link below.