Designer

Key Responsibilities

• Create drawings and specifications in CET (ex: Typicals, Furniture plans, 3D Renderings)
• Revise drawings and specs when required
• Prepare installation drawings and supporting documents
• Consistent updates to the Director of Design
• Work closely with dealership sales and sales admins to ensure accurate plans and specifications
• Assist with Finish selection and create digital sample boards
• Spec Check other team members' work as needed
• Meet with clients, in person or virtually, to understand the client's objectives, desires, and design within their allocated budget
• Identify areas that need field verification and coordinate actual dimensions with the final plan
• Inventory existing products; incorporate them in furniture plans and specifications
• Maintenance of internal reporting systems (i.e. time sheets, tracking design time, project files)
• Follow the Design department guidelines and standards for deliverables and filing of projects.
• Adhere to deadlines for key deliverables
• Attend Industry events as necessary
• Continuing education related to product updates and industry trends

Skills

• At least 5 years of dealership experience in the commercial contract furniture industry is preferred
• Bachelor’s Degree in Interior Design, Architecture or related field
• Proficient in CET, Autocad, and Microsoft Office Suite
• Knowledge of contract furniture lines
• Working knowledge of applicable building codes, ADA regulations, National Electrical Code; National Fire Code, etc.
• Experience with Steelcase products is a plus
• Must be comfortable visiting job sites to take basic field dimensions and furniture inventory
• Excellent creative thinking, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail
• Proven organizational and follow-through skills
• Strong time management skills and ability to multi-task within a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with clients, manufacturers reps, and team members
• Strong presentation skills and must be comfortable attending meetings and interacting with customers, designers, architects, and contractors
• Works well in a team environment, and has the ability to work longer hours as needed to support the team and meet customer expectations

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $61,426.38 - $73,975.85 per year

Work Location: In person