Kimberly Tucker
Sellersville,PA
Summary
Experienced interior designer with a proven track record in the furniture industry. Skilled in furnishings, sustainable design, sketching, interior architecture, and FF&E. Design manager excelling in building relationships and effectively communicating complex concepts. Leads design team in developing and achieving goals, driving initiative and maintaining excellent organization and communication in a fast-paced dynamic environment. Known for attention to detail and ability to work collaboratively. Strong organizational skills, can handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Design
Officeworks Inc.
11.2021 - Current
- Implemented efficient time management strategies, resulting in notable reduction of project turnaround times while maintaining high standards of quality and creativity.
- Proactively influenced and guided the team towards achieving exceptional results by combining strategic thinking with a problem-solving approach to handle diverse project challenges.
- Led design team to create aesthetically pleasing and functional products that met client specifications.
- Mentored junior designers, providing guidance on best practices and fostering a positive work environment conducive to creativity and innovation.
- Provided effective design leadership, elevating the quality of design work and facilitating impactful outcomes.
Senior Designer
Officeworks Inc.
07.2013 - 11.2021
- Created engaging design presentations that resulted in winning multiple high-value contracts for the company.
- Prepared comprehensive documentation packages including drawings, BOMs, and specifications for manufacturing handoff.
- Generated comprehensive functional specifications aligning with user expectations, enabling on-time delivery of necessary features.
- Implemented requested revisions by project teams to enhance design quality.
- Assisted clients with custom orders, ensuring seamless coordination between manufacturers, delivery teams, and end-users for optimal results.
Interior Designer
KSS Architects, LLP
09.2006 - 07.2013
- Collaborated with clients from various markets to develop programs, produce space plans and designs
- Drove the creation of Construction Documents, Plans, Detailing, Schedules and Specifications with a team of coworkers
- Oversaw Construction Administration, Engaged in Project Meetings, and Implemented Punch Lists.
- Cultivated ongoing client engagement through consistent communication during meetings and presentations
- Performed Furniture Selection and Specification, Produced and Review Furniture Budgets
- Facilitated Consultant and Vendor Coordination
- Handled Selection and Specification of Interior Finishes
- Directed and oversaw multiple project photo-shoots
- Built extensive expertise in material finishes and furniture by meeting with various vendors
- Maintained knowledge of codes and compliant practices.
Interior Designer & Resource Librarian
Heckendorn Shiles Architects
05.2004 - 08.2006
- Conducted Programming Interviews, Developed Space Requirement Reports
- Reorganized and Restructured Library resulting in Increased Accessibility
- Selected and Specified Interior Finishes, Built and Presented Finish Boards
- Assisted Construction Documentation, Floor and Ceiling Plans and Elevations
- Responsible for Researching and Presenting New Products to Firm to Promote innovation in current and future projects.
Education
Master of Science - Interior Design
Drexel University
Philadelphia, PA06.2006
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts
Shippensburg University
Shippensburg, PA05.2003
Skills
- Space Planning
- Sketching
- Finish & Furnishing Selection & Specification
- Project Management
- Technical Drawing
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Excellent Communication & Customer Service
- Attention to Detail
- Team Management
- Organizational Skills
- Furniture design
Certification
NCIDQ Certified Interior Designer
Cert. No. 25962
Accomplishments
- NCIDQ Certified, 2009
- Richard Stockton College Campus Center, LEED Gold Certified, USGBC
- Princeton University Office of Treasurer & Information Technology, LEED Gold Certified, USGBC
- Trained and mentored several designers newly introduced to the design industry.
- Furniture Specification & Installation - Toll Brothers Headquarters, Horsham PA, 1,500 seats.
- Furniture Specification & Installation - Subaru Headquarters, Camden NJ, 5 Floors
Technical Applications
AutoCad, CET, 2020 Cap & Worksheet, Sketchup, Mural, Adobe Photoshop, Powerpoint, Excel, Googlesheet
Timeline
Director of Design
Officeworks Inc.
11.2021 - Current
Senior Designer
Officeworks Inc.
07.2013 - 11.2021
Interior Designer
KSS Architects, LLP
09.2006 - 07.2013
Interior Designer & Resource Librarian
Heckendorn Shiles Architects
05.2004 - 08.2006
Master of Science - Interior Design
Drexel University
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts
Shippensburg University
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