Interior Designer/Furniture Specialist II

Dayton Group Inc. • Washington, DC

7d • $82,000 - $94,000 • Onsite

About The Position

This full-time position supports DGI-ATI (JV), a joint venture with ATI, Inc., and involves leading interior design and space-planning projects in secure environments supporting mission-critical operations. The work includes designing representational spaces such as offices, conference rooms, and secure meeting facilities for senior Department of State staff, and guiding interior environments that support diplomatic interaction with host nations. The position influences new construction throughout its phases, representing user requirements and assessing systems, materials, and furnishings suited to the office culture, environment, economy, and workforce.

The Interior Designer/Furniture Specialist II leads multidisciplinary studies and complex interior design projects from planning through completion. The role develops space-planning documentation and presentations, advises on proposals and projects, addresses space-management needs, and develops detailed project plans that account for methods, resources, timelines, priorities, and budgets. It also involves acquiring and managing fiscal resources for major projects.

The role requires independent technical expertise and project leadership, including developing interior design programs for construction and renovation, preparing AutoCAD drawings, and presenting oral, written, and graphic design proposals. Work may include site inspections and travel as needed. The position is based in Washington, DC, with normal Monday–Friday work hours, anticipated at 40 hours per week.

Requirements

• At least 10 years of experience in interior design and space planning for commercial, institutional, or similar facilities.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a clearance.
• Ability to work independently in a secure or sensitive environment.
• Ability to serve as a technically independent lead Interior Designer and project manager with little to no supervision.
• Experience developing interior design programs for construction and renovation projects, including coordination of finishes, lighting, furniture, accessories, artwork, draperies, and cubicles.
• Mastery of developing drawings in AutoCAD, including schematic block plans, architectural plans, demolition and build block plans, and dimension plans.
• Demonstrated experience preparing and presenting oral, written, and graphic design proposals.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office.
• Experience in document control and management.

Responsibilities

• Design interiors for representational spaces, including offices, conference rooms, and secure meeting facilities for senior staff.
• Lead interior-environment design projects in facilities supporting the Department’s diplomatic mission, representing user requirements during new construction and assessing systems, materials, and furnishings.
• Lead studies conducted by multidisciplinary teams of professionals and highly skilled individuals.
• Develop space-planning documentation, including furniture plans, furniture specifications, timeline requirements, and presentations, using reports, meetings, site inspections, and other appropriate methods.
• Provide expert advice when evaluating proposals and assigned projects.
• Assist with space-management issues by analyzing space, personnel, and equipment requirements; evaluating blocking plans for functionality; and determining utilization rates.
• Coordinate interviews and prepare advice on functional adjacencies; help users determine space needs and oversee assessments of whether existing space meets organizational needs or new space is required.
• Develop comprehensive project plans covering methodology, resources, timelines, priorities, and budget impacts; plan and execute budgets to support project development.
• Acquire and manage fiscal resources for major interior design projects.
• Manage complex interior design projects from planning through completion.
• Develop interior design programs for construction and renovation projects, coordinating finishes, lighting, furnishings, accessories, artwork, draperies, and cubicles.
• Develop AutoCAD drawings, including schematic block plans, architectural plans, demolition and build block plans, and dimension plans.
• Prepare and present oral, written, and graphic design proposals.
• Work independently as a technical expert and project manager in secure or sensitive environments.

Benefits

• Competitive salary of $82,000–$94,000 per year, depending on experience.
• 11 annual paid holidays and a minimum of 13 days of paid leave.
• Employee and family medical, dental, vision, and prescription insurance, with 75% of premiums paid by the company.
• Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance and life insurance.
• 401(k) plan with immediate vesting and up to 4% employer match.
• Professional development assistance, including memberships, professional licenses, and tuition reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed