Designer

The Supply Room • Rockville, MD

13d • $30 - $40 • Onsite

About The Position

The Designer utilizes their skillsets to realize clients’ visions and goals. This role works closely with clients and Account Executives to understand clients’ goals for their workspaces and to create feasible models that fit the project’s practical needs, aesthetics, and budget. Creatively collaborating from start to finish, this position follows a project from initial mockups to submitting order specifications. The Designer also acts as a resource to Project Management as needed during the logistical planning and fulfillment of the project. This role delivers beautiful designs that further the company’s aesthetic branding, help define the company’s reputation, and advertise its abilities. Designers ensure accurate plans and specifications, conformance to client’s requirements, customer satisfaction, and high-quality project implementation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Design, Architecture, or a related field
• 3 years’ experience in commercial design
• Proficiency with PC and Mac skills using MS Office Suite and other computer programs
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, CET, and Spec
• Understanding of interior design and current practices
• Understanding of contract furniture processes and standard project workflow
• Working knowledge of applicable building codes, ADA regulations, National Electrical Code, etc.
• Understanding of workplace environment considerations (e.g., ergonomics, technology integration, etc.)
• Ability to maintain a working knowledge of industry-specifics (e.g., furniture lines, terminology, price points, etc.)
• Excellent presentation, listening, verbal, and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently or collaboratively within a team; willingness to roll up sleeves and help the team
• Ability to manage and organize time to meet objectives and deadlines
• Lives and leads by TSRC values and serves as an example of the best we want to see in our team
• Ability to interact professionally with customers, vendor partners, and fellow employees
• Motivation to learn, grow, self-direct, and be proactive
• Demonstrates honesty, integrity, conscientiousness, reliability, and responsiveness – cares about doing the right thing, not the easy thing
• Possesses a positive attitude and sense of humor
• Possesses an innovative mindset – demonstrates flexibility and problem-solving skills when met with challenges

Nice To Haves

• NCIDQ, LEED, or WELL certifications preferred
• Experience in the office furniture industry strongly preferred
• Experience with government-sector projects preferred

Responsibilities

• Provides design services for multiple salespeople (e.g., space planning, fabric and finish selections, proposal preparation, etc.)
• Utilizes AutoCAD and CET to prepare 2D and 3D renderings for designing and planning
• Obtains dimensions and necessary parameters in the field
• Selects fabrics, finishes, and other design details utilizing a cohesive aesthetic vision
• Utilizes Spec to create and verify product specifications of multiple furniture lines
• Develops finished working drawings for specification and installation; validates plans against construction, electrical engineering, and A&D drawing sets
• Develops and presents block and space plans
• Does plotting, printing, color boards, etc. for client and dealership transmittals
• Attends client planning and project kick-off meetings
• Remains abreast of market trends to support innovation and relevancy of designs
• Ensures client satisfaction by maintaining efficient productivity and adherence to agreed project timelines
• Monitors own progress and redirects resources to meet project goals and timeframes as needed
• Monitors design hours on projects, and ensures adherence to budget
• Verifies peer designers’ work to ensure accuracy and function, and submits own work to peer review
• Coordinates with Sales and Project Management to define the design scope of work for projects and to develop strategies to complete projects within clients’ timeframes
• Participates in effective communication between Design and all other departments to ensure excellent and seamless service for clients
• Collaborates professionally with clients and clients’ third-party firms
• Estimates design project time; communicates regularly to salespeople and manager regarding design project status; manages changes and revisions
• Maintains customer confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential
• Maintains a safe and clean working environment by complying with policies, procedures, and regulations
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Salary range: $30.00 – $40.00 per hour, paid on a biweekly basis
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance available for single or family coverage for full-time employees
• Employer-paid disability, AD&D, and life insurances coverage
• Additional insurance and savings account opportunities
• 401(k) plans with company match for qualifying employees
• Paid time off and holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level