Interior Design Intern Jobs in Madison, WI (NOW HIRING)

Job Summary: The Director of Interior Environments leads the interior design department in the development of unique conceptual design solutions by providing design expertise and support to ensure consistent and high-quality designs and implementation of design standards. This role serves as a design expert and thought leader to clients and AEC industry.
Key Responsibilities
Client Relationship: Collaborates with others to deliver solutions for the client organization's culture, goals and budget while promoting an integrated approach to clients and their projects.
Project Oversight: Plays a lead role in overseeing all phases of the interior design process including the development of design concepts, design reviews and presentations.
Performance Management: Works with team members to establish clear goals and expectations, provides ongoing feedback, develops skills and knowledge of team members, and rewards people for their behavior and results.
Leadership: Champions ERDMAN's Vision, Mission, Goals, Values, and Service Offerings in a way that motivates others to reach beyond their own expectations. Proficiency Level Four.
Culture: Emphasizes consistency in cultural alignment and actively contributing to the maintenance and improvement of workplace culture Proficiency Level Four.
Architecture: The knowledge to plan, design, manage, and review construction, development, or manipulation of a physical environment for practical or creative objectives, such as buildings, landscapes, and/or other physical property. Proficiency Level Three.
Client Relationship Management: Cultivating ERDMAN clients and existing relationships to expand references, referrals, and revenue. Proficiency Level Three.
Financial Responsibility: Understands the financial obligations of the organization and is accountable for all financial aspects of the business operation within area of responsibility. Manages organizational resources to maximize return on assets and investments. Seeks to improve the financial viability of the overall organization. Takes prudent risks and does what is necessary to improve the organization's financial picture while maintaining alignment with the company vision, mission and values. Proficiency Level One.
Strategy: The ability to develop, communicate, and execute strategic plans that align with the organization's mission, vision, and goals. This includes analyzing industry trends, anticipating market needs, and translating strategic goals into actionable outcomes. Competency at higher levels integrates cross-functional collaboration, organizational restructuring, and maintaining alignment with client expectations and industry dynamics. Proficiency Level Three.
Project Management: The process of cultivating ERDMAN clients and existing relationships to expand references, referrals and revenue. (needs alignment, communication plan, implementation -- including collapsing other competencies). Proficiency Level Three.
Business Development: The identification of organizations and opportunities, plus the creation of productive business relationships with new or previously unsold clients and accounts. Proficiency Level Two.
Education: Bachelor's degree from a CIDA-accredited interior design program, Master's degree preferred
Certifications and/or Licenses:
Interior Design Certification (NCIDQ)
Member of IIDA, ASID or CHID preferred
LEED certification preferred
EDAC certification preferred
Relevant Experience & Training:
Principal level interior design leader skilled at leading interior design services for designated segment.
10 years' client management and leadership experience.
Must possess a thorough knowledge of interior design, furnishings and fixtures with emphasis on design,building materials, and construction methods, integration of engineering disciplines and building cost &codes.
Proficient in Revit, AutoCAD, graphic design, and 3D modeling and visualization software.
Working Conditions:
Work is performed in a professional, creative, open office environment with business casual
attire. Hours of work will generally be during regular business hours and will average 2,300 hours per year. Great flexibility in schedule is both required of you and returned to you due to our many project deadlines.
20% national travel required.