Architectural Products Designer

Insidesource DEI Statement

By nurturing a culture where everyone experiences a deep sense of belonging and equity of opportunity, we will uphold our vision to “unleash human and business potential.” We commit to being an anti-ism workplace and embedding diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout our business.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Use CET software to create wall layouts for commercial projects from initial budgetary development to specifications, shop drawings and final installation plans
• Work independently on the development of original designs or adaptations requiring specialized experience
• Support the Insidesource sales teams in their efforts to win demountable wall business by being a technical resource in conversations with end users, Designers and General Contractors
• Work with account teams to develop a clear understanding of what is required for each project
• Provide team feedback on specification concerns and product application issues
• Provide an estimate of design hours required for specified scope of work
• Collaborate with internal designers for seamless integration of furniture and architectural projects
• Review shop drawings from vendors to insure correct integration within project space and adherence to design intent prior to client review and approval
• Audit projects and review all production drawings and information for accuracy
• Perform specification checking and assist with audits for projects within the department
• Attend product presentation meetings as a representative of Insidesource
• Attend client planning meetings, present plans and information to customers for review and approvals
• Obtain detailed information on project phasing to ensure that product arrives as required
• Communicate regularly to customer and dealership regarding project status
• Perform on-site architectural field verifications and update wall plans as necessary
• Manage changes and revisions
• Maintain project documentation, including records of all key decisions, phone conversations, approvals and signoffs, and notes from all project planning meetings
• Prepare installation drawings for field personnel
• Follow all formats for graphic standards as provided by the design team
• Stay current with manufacturer’s products and specifications
• Participate in on-going process improvement and training as directed by the Architectural Products Manager

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None

Skills, Knowledge, Experience Required

• A team player attitude
• Ability to work with all types of individuals in a professional manner with excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to speak intelligently on the company, the product, and the services
• General knowledge of commercial construction and scheduling
• Working knowledge of applicable building codes, ADA regulations, National Electrical Code, etc.
• Ability to read/interpret construction documents, bids and specifications
• Ability to add and subtract fractions
• Ability to communicate successfully with General Contractors, Design Firms and Project Management firms to drive projects
• Ability to manage projects, hold project meetings and present information clearly to the client
• Ability to analyze, interpret and prioritize a large scope of information with attention to detail
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and manage workload to achieve project deliverables and deadlines
• Ability to effectively communicate workload capacity and personal needs related to the job function to the Design Manager and Leadership Team
• Exceptional Customer Service skills with a passion to provide solutions to client needs
• Professional technical design experience (preferably at dealer level)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Experience with AutoCAD and Revit software required
• Experience with CET software preferred, or willingness to learn quickly