Interior Designer (part-time, 28 hours/week)
About The Position
As the flagship higher education institution of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Brigham Young University (BYU) strives to be among the exceptional universities in the world. At BYU, we are devoted to our faith and to our students. We take an active role in the University's Mission: "To assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life.” Our unique mission, deeply rooted in the Gospel of Jesus Christ, provides countless ways to serve and make an impact. This, along with our remarkable culture of belonging, weekly devotionals, and endless opportunities for learning and growth—all situated within a beautiful and historic campus—make it hard to imagine a more inspiring place to work. Brigham Young University strongly prefers to hire faithful members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. This role provides complete planning and design services related to interior design improvements of existing facilities on the BYU campus. Under the direction of a BYU Senior Interior Designer or Interior Design Manager, the Interior Designer acts as an Owner’s Representative on projects for new construction or large remodels where an outside Architect/Design Consultant has been contracted for the design of the facility. The planning and design services include meeting with clients and consultants, conducting studies, preparing cost estimates, preliminary plans and working drawings, specification preparation, preparing project approval forms, assisting with project inspections, approving shop drawings, developing color schemes and interior finish standards for campus (including selection of upholstery, paint, floor coverings, window coverings, wall coverings, etc.), providing consultants with direction and feedback, and monitoring project budgets.
Requirements
- A firm commitment to the mission of BYU
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills – ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
- Working knowledge and understanding of finishes and their appropriate applications
- Familiar with AutoCad and REVIT
- Ability to use Microsoft Word and Excel
- Level 1 (52): Bachelor’s degree in any field and two years’ Interior Design experience, or associate or bachelor’s degree in interior design
- Level 2 (53): Bachelor’s degree in any field and 4 years’ Interior Design Experience, or associate or bachelor’s degree in interior design and 2 years’ Interior Design Experience
- Level 3 (54): associate or bachelor’s degree in interior design and 5 years’ Interior Design experience
Nice To Haves
- Working knowledge of construction documents
- Specific knowledge of systems furniture specifications and other furnishings and finish specifications (Steelcase)
- Administrative abilities to work with large budgets that fall into given requirements
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Working knowledge and understanding of finishes and their appropriate applications
- Familiarity with AutoCAD, REVIT and CET
- Working knowledge and understanding of Configura CET preferred
- Ability to use Microsoft Word and Excel
- Skills to communicate effectively orally and in writing
- Level 1 (52): Bachelor’s degree in interior design
- Level 2 (53): Bachelor’s degree in interior design & 2 year's Interior Design Experience
- Level 3 (54): Bachelor’s degree in interior design and 5 year's Commercial Interior Design experience with NCIDQ certification
Responsibilities
- Consultation with requestors of projects
- Plan and prepare drawings and specifications for shop and contract projects
- Help develop and manage project budgets
- Project Management and Oversight
- Act as an Owner’s Representative on projects where a consulting architect/interior designer has been hired
- Support, uphold and help determine and establish campus interior design standards and adhere to university standards and policies
- Keep up to date on all building codes and ensure that all projects conform to these codes
- Ensure efficient use of space and budgets
- Proper selection of finishes
- Select and order furnishings
- Resolve time delays in delivery and installation of furnishings.
- Verify inaccurate billings, handle mis-shipped merchandise, solve problems that arise during installations
- Inform clients of university standards and policies to ensure wise use of university funds
Benefits
- 401k. BYU automatically contributes 8% at no cost to you. Additionally, if you contribute 5%, BYU adds an additional 4% (Rehires may qualify for different retirement plans)
- Employee assistance program, available to the employee and all members of their household
- May be eligible for tuition benefits after two years
- Access to the library
- Free on-campus parking
- Free UTA passes for employees, spouses, and qualified dependents
- Discounts at the BYU Store and for many events at BYU
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
