Interior Designer

Cumming Group•Los Angeles, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

At Cumming Group, you will work on some of the world's most exciting projects in a dynamic environment where your success is measured by the impact you make. We are one of the fastest-growing project and cost management consultancies in the United States, as reflected in our top 10 rankings in ENR. With over 60 offices globally, an extremely diverse project portfolio, and double-digit year-over-year revenue growth, the opportunities to make your mark are limitless! Our firm is currently looking for an Interior Designer to work on-site with our client in downtown Los Angeles, CA. The Interior Designer will be focused on K-12 school project types and will successfully manage the design process on behalf of a large public school district. This is an outstanding opportunity to bring your specialized architectural and design expertise to an industry leading team.

Requirements

Principles of interior design
Furniture and equipment specification (educational facilities preferable)
Principles, practices and techniques for space planning
Strong understanding of color theory principles and its application in Interior Design
Timeline and budget preparation
Basic concepts and application of scheduling, procurement, and business data processing
Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, AutoCAD, Bluebeam
Building codes, ADA, fire and life code as they relate to furniture and equipment
Principles, practices, and techniques of project management
Professional Interior Design studio practices
Plan and design interior spaces and specify furniture
Read and interpret architectural plans, drawings, and specifications
Operate major computer-aided software systems such as AutoCAD and Revit
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Create and deliver professional presentations for clients and stakeholders, effectively showcasing design concepts and project details
Operate a computer and associated peripheral devices
Commute to jobsites and facilities, as needed
Ability to read blueprints
Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and work efficiently
Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor’s degree preferably in interior design, interior architecture or architecture or any related field. In lieu of a degree, completion of 40 semester units or equivalent from a recognized college or university in interior design, architecture of any related field, with an additional 2 years of experience.
Minimum eight (8) years full-time paid professional experience conceptualizing, planning, selecting, and coordinating interior layouts, interior building finishes, furniture, and equipment.

Responsibilities

Confer with clients to evaluate their furniture, fixtures, and equipment needs and develop efficient solutions within budget, schedule, and standards.
Develop space plans and interior architectural layouts; and select furnishings, equipment, and interior finishes for schools in accordance with District and industry standards.
Participate in the development of District design specifications, including interior finish and electrical requirements; and provides detailed furniture and equipment cost estimates to design teams.
Review and evaluate construction documents and visits project sites to confirm that space plans, design concepts, and selected furniture and equipment are safe, functional, and aesthetically appropriate and meet all public health, safety, and welfare requirements including fire and life safety code, accessibility, environmental, and sustainability guidelines.
Plan and conduct meetings and site visits to evaluate and review project needs and status.
Advise school personnel and Facilities staff regarding the selection and procurement of furniture, equipment, and interior layouts and finishes.
Supervise assigned projects by coordinating and working with assigned staff tasked with logistics and procurement of furniture and equipment to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
Develop, schedule, coordinate, review, and receive furniture and equipment orders.
Provide furniture and equipment specifications and scope to create procurement contracts.
Consult with manufacturers and vendors regarding the production of custom products and provides ideas, improvements, and designs for products required by the District and to solicit best value products.
Prepare detailed reports and records for furniture and equipment provisioning.
Manage and update lists of furniture, equipment, manufacturers, and vendors used by the District.
Create interior drawings and visual aids for review and approval.
Make recommendations regarding procedures, guidelines, and product standards for furniture and equipment.
Assist sites in replacement of furniture and equipment.
Perform other duties as assigned.