Interior Designer II - Now Hiring

The Building People has a position for a full-time Interior Architect in a prominent federal agency in the Washington, DC area. The successful candidate will have a solid background in all aspects of interior design and related construction planning and development. The team is actively involved in small and large project design development, construction document preparation, and project execution of unique projects. This position requires travel in the Continental United States. Responsibilities/Duties • Provides leadership developing complex solutions for planning, architectural and interior designs. • Plans, designs, reviews, and coordinates complex engineering or design tasks in support of project accomplishment. • Applies engineering skills and abilities to complete necessary calculations to determine feasibility of different design options. • Provides space utilization planning, functional relationships, office and furniture layouts, and design finish options. • Presents data and plans to all stakeholders - both in person and via email, phone, and other means of communication. Required Experience and Qualifications • 4 years minimum experience in commercial interior design for tenant improvements, restacking, and interior build-out of new and existing spaces. • Ability to read and understand architectural and engineering drawings, specifications, and other construction documents for construction projects. • Ability to create architectural and engineering drawings, specifications, and other construction documents for construction projects. • Familiarity with commercial office furniture lines and a working knowledge of both casegoods and systems furniture specification. • Working knowledge of space planning and interior design for commercial/government office space, including selection of interior finishes and materials. • Ability to carry on business conversations with decision-makers and to interact and cooperate with all stakeholders. • Self-motivated, able to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, both individually and as a team player. Excellent quantitative, analytic, and process mapping skills. • Expertise with AutoCAD 2015 or higher. • Proficient in Microsoft Office software - Project, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. • Proficient in SmartSheets software. • Strong organizational skills and excellent attention to detail. • Ability to multi-task and respond in quick time frames. • Successful completion of the NCIDQ or NCARB certifications. • Background in commercial or Federal government office planning. Preferred Experience • Large commercial office space planning. • Federal agency experience. Required Education • A minimum of a BS/BA in architecture/interior design degree or Masters in Architecture. Certified Interior Designer will also be considered. Preferred Education • Masters in architecture. • Our positions may require a background screening and clearance directly from the Government. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Competitive benefits for eligible employees include: • Medical & Rx • Dental • Vision • Flexible Spending Accounts • 401(k) Retirement Plan • Life Insurance/AD&D • Long Term Disability and Short-Term Disability • Paid Time Off • Holiday Pay All positions require a background check after acceptance of our offer. The selected candidate will be eligible to begin employment before the background check has been finalized. However, continued employment will be contingent upon the results of your reference/background check from The Building People, LLC. Your position may require special credentialing, clearance, and access as a condition of employment. In the event the government or client does not sponsor or approve your clearance, it may result in termination of your employment. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address. For more information, view the and . #J-18808-Ljbffr