Project Interior Designer - Aviation
3 days ago
City of London
Project Interior Designer | Aviation | London, UK A leading international architectural and interior design consultancy is seeking a dynamic Project Interior Designer to join its Aviation & Transportation studio in London. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on high-profile projects, collaborate with a motivated team, and expand professional expertise in a supportive and creative environment. About the Role The Project Interior Designer will: • Coordinate all phases of the design process in full life cycle projects., • Generate creative design solutions within the functional parameters of a project., • Translate concepts and information into images., • Execute the process of preparing and completing usable construction document detailing solutions., • Coordinate the selection of materials, furnishings, fixtures, and equipment., • Manage contract administration responsibilities., • Assist with creation and management of project schedules., • Develop and present appropriate technical solutions to stakeholders., • Assist with leading project studio team members, leveraging strengths, and providing mentorship., • Work proactively to resolve issues between project, design, and technical objectives in coordination with the Project Manager., • Execute coordination and integration of architectural and consultant documents., • Seek innovation in design solutions in an ongoing spirit of curiosity and increased project performance., • Demonstrate understanding of appropriate industry standards and construction practice., • Apply knowledge of construction methods and timelines., • Maintain awareness of, and appropriately apply, new methodologies, practices, codes, and products., • Attend and conduct presentations., • Manage client relations. Candidate Requirements • Degree in Interior Design or Architecture., • 7+ years of experience in commercial design, with aviation and/or hospitality experience strongly preferred., • Strong design portfolio demonstrating conceptual design, space planning, and detailing skills., • Proficiency in Revit and technical excellence., • Thorough understanding of how drawing sets are developed., • Knowledge of constructibility and ability to support project design and budget., • General understanding of building and accessibility codes., • Experience coordinating with a variety of consultants and contractors., • Interest in sustainable design., • Professional registration., • Effective organisational and communication skills., • Attention to detail and flexible attitude., • Ability to collaborate in a diverse project team environment., • Experience coordinating and leading project teams., • Ability to translate design concepts and information into images., • Confident presentation skills., • Willingness to travel as required. Benefits & Compensation • Private medical insurance: Full premium coverage for employees; dependents at group rate., • Dental benefits: Cashback for 80% of dentist fees, up to £400 per year., • Vision benefits: Cashback for 80% of glasses and contact lenses, up to £200 per year; eye test coverage up to £25 per year., • Smart Health services: 24/7 virtual GP, health checks, second opinion service, nutrition consultation, mental health support, and online fitness programs for employees and immediate family., • Additional health services: Discounted gym memberships, fast-track appointments, direct referral for physiotherapy, member portal, and discounts on health and wellness products., • Paid time off: 25 days PTO per year, prorated in the first calendar year., • Paid holidays: New Year’s Day, Good Friday, Easter Monday, Early May Bank Holiday, Spring Bank Holiday, Summer Bank Holiday, Christmas Day, Boxing Day., • Sick time: Full income replacement for up to 12 weeks., • Salary increases: Evaluated annually with discretionary adjustments in the spring; eligibility begins in the first full calendar year., • Bonus program: Discretionary annual bonus based on performance, contribution, firm profitability, and adherence to company philosophy. Eligible in first full calendar year., • Pension: Workplace pension scheme with 4% contribution for eligible employees., • Income protection: 66% of base salary if unable to work due to illness or injury for 13 weeks or more., • Life assurance: Coverage of four times the employee’s annual base salary., • Transit allowance: Monthly stipend to offset commuting costs., • Professional development: Coverage for licensing/professional dues; support for RIBA Part 3 exams (£2,500 plus 5 additional paid study days)., • Learning opportunities: Year-round courses, webinars, podcasts, project-based learning, and peer interactions., • Employee referral program: £1,500 reward for successful referrals. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior interior design professional to contribute to impactful aviation projects while developing their career in a supportive, innovative, and creative environment. Applications are encouraged from experienced design professionals based in, or willing to relocate to, London.