London, UK
Senior FF&E designer
at Tara Bernerd & Partners
Tara Bernerd & Partners is seeking a senior FF&E designer to join its team in London.
Tara Bernerd & Partners is currently seeking an all-round designer with strong FF&E expertise and focus. The role will involve working primarily on TBP’s high profile hospitality and commercial residential projects.
The ideal candidate will have at least eight years’ experience working within the hospitality and restaurant sector, and/or high-end residential and should be able to demonstrate a proven ability to run small to mid-size projects or as part of a team on large-scale projects.
Impeccable taste levels combined with strong technical skills and FF&E background are essential. Must have experience of delivering projects from concept to site installation, with extensive experience of liaising with and overseeing the procurement agent.
Key responsibilities:
- creative direction (developing ideas/concepts, bringing ideas to the project)
- manage, source, select and production of interior design and FF&E on a variety of project types including hotel, restaurant, residential, etc.
- coordinate and work with the team in the development of overall initial design concepts & palettes
- prepare schemes and sample boards to include, all fixed finishes, furniture finishes, fabrics, and accessories
- prepare detailed specifications/spec books
- design bespoke furniture and prepare furniture detailed drawings where applicable
- develop necessary and appropriate budgets required for the assigned project
- assist procurement agents with all value engineering of furniture and fabrics, and public area quantities
- management of all project control samples with team
- review shop drawings and follow up on all manufactured items
- contact with client/consultants/vendors on all FF&E matters and attend site meetings
- researching of new fabrics and suppliers
- produce/check all FF&E documents/schedules produced by others to ensure accuracy
- work closely with the team to ensure all FF&E documentation/information is coordinated throughout detail design packages and layouts
- overseeing and supporting other members of the FF&E team
- travel internationally to assist in presentations or site assistance may be required
Key skills required:
- proficiency in AutoCAD, Photoshop, Spec Sources, Spec Designer and InDesign
- familiarity and knowledge of both traditional and contemporary style of interior materials, furnishings, accessories and artwork as well as strong knowledge in sourcing FF&E and finishes
- must take initiative and ownership
- must show leadership skills, be flexible and team-oriented
- strong organisational and time management skills
- must be detail oriented and thorough
- pro-active, confident and inquisitive
- excellent communication skills