Commercial Furniture Dealer Designer

COFCO, a Henricksen Company•Philadelphia, PA

20h•$65,000 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Designer works from COFCO’s Philadelphia, Pennsylvania office and collaborates with Account Executives, clients, and the Customer Support Team to develop and specify creative, functional design solutions that meet client expectations and project requirements. The role includes programming, design development, space planning, finish palettes, drawings, specifications, and field verification. The Designer also works with clients, project teams, and external partners to deliver effective design solutions and support a positive client experience. COFCO is a Philadelphia-made commercial office furniture dealership founded in 1946. The company expanded into the Maryland and Washington, DC market in 2019 and emphasizes customer service, expertise, and partnership throughout sales, design, delivery, and setup.

Requirements

Associate degree in interior design, interior architecture, or a related field.
At least 2 years of work experience in contract design, a furniture dealership, or construction.
Working knowledge of professional design and/or specification software, such as AutoCAD, CAP Studio or project matrix, project spec, Configura CET, or Revit.
Relevant contract furniture industry and/or construction knowledge, including specification and layout of systems, ancillary furniture, demountable partitions, contract furniture, and/or construction processes from programming through delivery and installation.
Knowledge of workplace environment issues, including ergonomics, technology integration, teaming, planning, and facility needs.
Knowledge of building codes, ADA regulations, Electrical Code, and related requirements.
General knowledge of building practices, including partition composition, flooring material thickness, and installation applications.
Demonstrated ability to execute multiple projects simultaneously in an organized, creative, and quality-driven manner.
Conscientious and flexible, with a strong work ethic, problem-solving ability, and team orientation.
Effective written and verbal communication skills across various audiences and situations.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Nice To Haves

College degree in interior design, interior architecture, or a related field from a CIDA-accredited program.
Experience with Configura CET software.
NCIDQ certification or a state license.

Responsibilities

Participate in or facilitate project meetings to establish and maintain expectations for scope, deliverables, timelines, roles, and team operations.
Contribute to developing and presenting design solutions that optimize client space and engagement in response to proposals, contracts, and project requirements.
Advise on and negotiate design details in relation to proven practices, standards, and concurrent priorities.
Execute multiple projects concurrently while producing quality and efficient outcomes.
Gather programming information to develop or revise schematic designs in compliance with client expectations and project requirements.
Outline cost estimates and resource needs for approved design recommendations and modifications.
Follow core processes with accountability, accuracy, and consistency; identify and resolve issues proactively and escalate as needed.
Develop finish palettes for client review when required.
Engage clients in real time to establish and agree on design intent.
Create drawings, renderings, and other deliverables that illustrate design intent.
Advise clients and project teams on design applications and opportunities related to programming needs, including collaboration, ergonomics, technology integration, building codes, and ADA requirements.
Coordinate with consultants, project teams, and installers to manage changes, field reviews, and installations.
Organize and manage project drawings, revisions, and critical documentation, including decisions, approvals, signoffs, and meeting highlights.
Maintain a professional, positive demeanor with clients and vendors.
Communicate transparently and professionally across project teams to promote an exceptional client experience.
Adapt to project and client needs in alignment with core processes and service-level expectations.
Use prior client interactions, projects, and learning to enhance the client experience.