Job details
Join Our Interior Design team at Hallmark Luxury Care Homes!
Position : Interior Designer
Location : Anywhere in the UK – 1 day per week required in Billericay / Essex (*Must also be willing to travel reguarly to all Care homes in the South of England)
Type : 18 month FTC (Fixed Term Contract)
Purpose of the role
Leading projects withing the design team and supporting the existing team on the current refurbishment schemes being created. Liaising directly with suppliers, team members, consultants and contractors to coordinate requirements. Scheduling meetings with Hallmark’s team members and creating design documents for implementation.
Your Responsibilities:
1. Participating in client meetings to discuss design plans and gather feedback on preliminary designs (from pre-planning to construction)
2. Reviewing and signing off construction documents to ensure that specifications meet design requirements
3. Participating in coordination meetings with site team, consultants, architect(s) and contractors to ensure that construction meets design specifications
4. Overseeing and creating conceptual sketches and other illustrations to communicate design concepts to Hallmark
5. Compiling data regarding Hallmark’s preferences and any improvements in the Care Home portfolio that meet Hallmarks brand and style.
6. Presenting design concepts to Hallmark to gain approval of preliminary plans
7. Developing interior design concepts
8. Consulting with Hallmark and the Care Home about their needs in order to create a design solution that meets their goals within budget constraints
9. Ensuring all specifications are compliant (FR, waterproof etc).
10. Work with the Architect, Technical Manager and site team to ensure capture of design requirements in general leading up to a new project and during
11. Working to project budget for all aspects related to Interior Design (bespoke joinery, ceiling aesthetics, lighting, kitchens, decorations etc and managing FFE budget.
12. Site experience with the confidence to manage site meetings including external contractors with the ability to make quick decisions if required
13. Travelling to sites around the UK, including new builds & existing homes which are covered by the whole interior design team to provide support
Skills and Knowledge
14. Degree in Interior Design, Interior Architecture or equivalent
15. Experience of Interior Design in a Commercial environment.
16. Vectorworks or AutoCAD proficiency
17. Microsoft office proficiency
18. Interpersonal skills
19. Strong presentation and communication skills up to Exec level
20. Understanding of BS standards and industry requirements for performance and Health and Safety
Desirable
21. Healthcare, Residential, Luxury retail or Luxury hotel design experience
22. Knowledge in Dementia care and design
23. Knowledge of commercial fabrics
24. Adobe Suite (Indesign and Photoshop)
Reap the Rewards:
25. Good salary with great working hours
26. Working within a great environment
27. 28 days annual leave.
28. Valued as our Greatest Asset: Be part of a values-driven company that puts people first.
29. Great work / life balance with every other weekend off and occasional late night.
30. Skyrocket Your Career: Avail yourself of industry-leading training and development, propelling your career to new heights.
31. Wellness Matters: Enjoy excellent benefits, including a company pension, life assurance, and optional healthcare.
32. Exclusive Perks: Embrace our rewards and discount scheme – Hallmark Rewards.
If this sounds like your dish! then we’d love to hear from you …
Hallmark Luxury Care Homes is committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment and in the workplace and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.
We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that candidates may need during the recruitment process. If there are additional options, you’d like to request in making your application, please contact the recruitment team on 01277 314191 or send an email to Recruitment@hallmarkcarehomes.co.uk