Interior Designer

What this job involves - The Interior Designer’s primary focus is to create test fits and suggest workplace improvements in response to client needs. Provides proposals to maximize space efficiencies. Organizes all data analytics and space solutions into presentation format for client delivery. Confirm preliminary space plans and design concepts are safe, functional, aesthetically appropriate, and meet all public health, safety, and applicable code requirements. ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES: • Serves as a workplace design point of contact for design project • Delivers client workplace guidelines; recommends new standards and looks for continued improvements to the client workplace design • Creates test fits and suggests workplace improvements in response to client business needs • Provides proposals to maximize space efficiencies while implementing solutions in-line with corporate real estate goals • Collaborates with Real Estate Portfolio Strategist, Project Management, Occupancy Planners, Move Managers and other CRE team members • Interfaces with Client to develop new workplace options, finalize project design concepts and prepare final documents for client approval • Organizes all data analytics and space solutions into presentation format for client delivery • Confirm preliminary space plans and design concepts are safe, functional, aesthetically appropriate, and meet all public health, safety, and applicable code requirements • Establishes and maintains an organized file system for all projects • Communicates with Project Management, Space Planning and Move Management for CAD needs and coordinate updates to the drawings accordingly • Provides reporting on the implementation of projects while in progress and upon completion • Determine selection of colors, materials, and finishes to appropriately convey the concept and meet clients requirements • Establish selection and specification of interior architectural elements, fixtures, equipment, and millwork, including layout drawings. Coordinate with the furniture team to establish detailed product description to facilitate pricing for procurement and installation of furniture. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/TRAINING: • Bachelor’s Degree • Specify preferred major: Architecture, Interior Design (NCIDQ a plus) WORK EXPERIENCE: • 1-3 years of related work experience in experience in interior design, architecture, or space planning required • Specialized knowledge / skills: • Skilled in Google Suite Tools (Docs, Sheets, Slides, etc.) • Skilled in AutoCAD- required • Proficient or ability to learn client specific CAFM software • Proficient or ability to learn project specific design software- SketchUp | Photoshop • Proficient in programming and space planning for a varying sized spaces • Understands standards and guidelines for programming codes, procedures, documentation, and project systems organization • Excellent organization and documentation experience required • Anticipates, identifies, quantifies, and resolves problems in a timely and positive manner • Consistently meets deadlines and completes tasks as previously defined • Works with integrity, trust and commitment, setting an example for others • Interprets a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form • Excellent oral, written, and presentation skills • Excellent client service and interpersonal relationship skills • Has the ability to learn new graphic software to compliment the presentation of new designs • Demonstrates a working knowledge of various office furniture systems • Possesses analytical skills and the ability to develop conclusions and recommendations • Solves practical problems and deals with a variety of concrete variables in situations where limited standardization exists • Ability to read architectural and engineering drawings, concepts & design • Experienced in managing design projects of varied scope and complexity • Ability to work independently and as part of a team • Ability to build strong relationships with internal and external partners to deliver effective services • Assumes ownership of requests in order to ensure successful completion • Strong attention to detail and quality • Works with integrity, trust and commitment, setting an example for others PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENTAL WORK CONDITIONS: • May involve periods of standing, such as operating at a copier/fax/scanner. • Regularly required to talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to write and type. • Ability to speak clearly so others can understand you. • Ability to read and understand information and ideas presented orally and in writing. • Ability to communicate information and ideas in writing and orally so others will understand. • Regularly required to utilize vision abilities, allowing reading of printed material, graphics, and computer displays.