Interior Designer - License Required

Metro National Corporation•Houston, TX

57d•Onsite

About The Position

Position is located onsite in Houston, Texas. Remote candidates will not be considered. Previous Experience Required. License Required. Must submit portfolio for review. The Interior Designer will coordinate with Commercial Leasing to create test fits and construction drawings of office space ranging from 500 to 20,000 square feet. The Interior Designer will periodically meet with clients and tenants to discuss needs and determine the best utilization of space considering their budget and available facilities. The ideal candidate will have a background in architecture, interior design, and commercial space planning.

Requirements

A degree or certification in Architecture, Interior Design, or other directly-related field.
3+ years Architectural OR Interior design experience
Knowledge of commercial real estate and corporate office design.
3+ years of space planning experience
Knowledge of applicable building and ADA/TAS codes
Licensed Interior Designer / required TX
Experience submitting drawing for permitting and coordination with City/Gov entities
Understand budget adherence and application to project needs
3+ years of experience utilizing Revit; other design software a plus
Problem solving skills, attention to detail and motivation to learn
Collaborative and professional work ethic
Ability to effectively meet deadlines and work in a fast-paced environment.
Requires sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes, to permit the employee to function in a general office environment and accomplish tasks and duties at outlined above.

Responsibilities

Draws design layout, showing location of furniture, equipment, doorways, electrical and telephone outlets, and other fixtures.
Inspect buildings and office areas to evaluate suitability for occupancy, considering air circulation, lighting, location, intended use, and size.
Perform design work, complete test fits, and create full set of construction drawings.
Coordinate with construction manager, contractors, consultants and other vendors through the life of the project.
Verify total square footage available for occupancy.
Coordinate with Leasing to review and suggest tenant improvements (TI).
Balance multiple projects at once with consistent attention to detail and a focus on accuracy.
Reviews and ensures all projects meet MetroNationals building standards and requirements.
Plan review for tenant produced plans, in conjunction with construction manager.
Provide support to the tenant on visual and aesthetic applications in design