Senior Interior Designer for Government Projects

Steinberg Hart•San Diego, CA

About The Position

Overall Responsibilities : Generate and develop innovative design solutions for Public, Government, and Department of Defense projects, leading the interior design on multiple interior design projects simultaneously from Conceptual Design through Schematics, Design Development, Construction Documentation, FF&E BVD, and Construction Administration. Drive design and documentation processes forward with only intermittent oversight and direction. Lead all design efforts and client presentations with a focus on compliance of client standards. Design Leadership Originate innovative solutions to complex design problems through the development and presentation of these ideas. Work simultaneously on multiple projects, including large, complex government facilities. Coordinate with the larger team and design consultants to present and develop design intent through all phases while continually monitoring drawings throughout the process. Lead Interiors technical viewpoint and work closely with Project Architect to ensure that construction documents are consistent with design intent and meet the firm’s BIM standards. Provide design guidance and oversight so that projects meet the Firm's design standards, while protecting the Firm against errors and omissions liability. Facilitate high-level coordination with stakeholders, including government agencies, end-users, and subcontractors, to balance client needs with budget and timeline constraints. Prepare cost proposals and manage budgets for interiors and furniture scopes, ensuring alignment with Best Value Determination (BVD), General Services Administration (GSA) pricing guidelines, and overall project budget. General understanding of, and ability to communicate attributes of, sustainable architectural systems. Research, select, and document the overall interiors package for a variety of architectural projects, including but not limited to: Programming Space Planning & Code Standards Concept & color palette development Interior Finishes Furniture & Furniture Finishes Fixture and Equipment Selection Millwork & Interior Detailing Overall Leadership Enhance the Firm's reputation by delivering innovative and compliant design solutions tailored to government and military facilities. Maintain strong, respectful relationships with industry professionals, including government contractors, vendors, and consultants. Lead stakeholder meetings and client presentations, ensuring client satisfaction and alignment. Facilitate complex facility programming charrettes that is aligned with mission/department needs. Maintain project management best practices, including schedule management, proactive solutions, communication protocols, meeting minutes, issues and resolution item tracking, etc. Demonstrate Quality Control practices and procedures on all client deliverables. Demonstrate expertise in consultant coordination, ensuring seamless integration of interior design components with broader architectural and engineering systems. Stay abreast of design trends of specific project types and take the initiative to provide continuing education opportunities for design staff. Represent the Firm by actively participating in external professional organizations and office social functions to attract talented design staff. Support the Firm’s marketing and business development activities by attending project interviews through involvement in community and civic organizations.

Requirements

Minimum 10 years (15+ years preferred)
Bachelor’s Degree in Interior Design or Interior Architecture
Current NCIDQ certification required
A minimum of 3 prior Federal projects
Knowledge of federal standards and procedure including UFC’s, FAR, UFGS, and WBDG
Experience in Public Sector projects, including State and Local Government facilities
Substantial experience in interior design, documentation, and detailing on a wide variety of project types
Experience with governmental agencies and building codes related to interior design
Experience coordinating with outside entities who are preparing AV, IT, and related BVD packages
Prior experience with Best Value Determination (BVD) processes, procedures, and best practices
Experience selecting equipment for FF&E in conjunction with the client, architect, and/or engineer
Excellent graphic, verbal, and written communication skills, as well as excellent organizational and time management skills
Presentation preparation and presentation skills to client groups of varying sizes
Expert knowledge of interior finishes, color, and materials
Expert knowledge of furniture systems, FF&E, and specifications
Expert Proficiency in relevant computer software: Building Information Modeling: Revit 2020 or later Adobe Creative Suite: InDesign, Photoshop, etc. Microsoft Office Adobe Acrobat or Bluebeam

Nice To Haves

In-depth knowledge of NAVFAC, USACE, CG Interior and FF&E unique requirements and procedures is a significant plus
Knowledge of the Design-Build process is a plus
LEED or similar sustainability accreditation is a plus
Working Proficiency in modeling software is a plus: Rhino or SketchUp Rendering: Enscape, 3D Studio Max, Maxwell Render, or Twinmotion
Commitment to design innovation and excellence
Independent, self-directed, and self-motivated
Ability to motivate and effectively lead design staff
Highly organized
Values and personality compatible with the Firm’s culture

Responsibilities

Generate and develop innovative design solutions for Public, Government, and Department of Defense projects
Lead the interior design on multiple interior design projects simultaneously from Conceptual Design through Schematics, Design Development, Construction Documentation, FF&E BVD, and Construction Administration
Drive design and documentation processes forward with only intermittent oversight and direction
Lead all design efforts and client presentations with a focus on compliance of client standards
Originate innovative solutions to complex design problems through the development and presentation of these ideas
Work simultaneously on multiple projects, including large, complex government facilities
Coordinate with the larger team and design consultants to present and develop design intent through all phases while continually monitoring drawings throughout the process
Lead Interiors technical viewpoint and work closely with Project Architect to ensure that construction documents are consistent with design intent and meet the firm’s BIM standards
Provide design guidance and oversight so that projects meet the Firm's design standards, while protecting the Firm against errors and omissions liability
Facilitate high-level coordination with stakeholders, including government agencies, end-users, and subcontractors, to balance client needs with budget and timeline constraints
Prepare cost proposals and manage budgets for interiors and furniture scopes, ensuring alignment with Best Value Determination (BVD), General Services Administration (GSA) pricing guidelines, and overall project budget
Research, select, and document the overall interiors package for a variety of architectural projects
Enhance the Firm's reputation by delivering innovative and compliant design solutions tailored to government and military facilities
Maintain strong, respectful relationships with industry professionals, including government contractors, vendors, and consultants
Lead stakeholder meetings and client presentations, ensuring client satisfaction and alignment
Facilitate complex facility programming charrettes that is aligned with mission/department needs
Maintain project management best practices, including schedule management, proactive solutions, communication protocols, meeting minutes, issues and resolution item tracking, etc
Demonstrate Quality Control practices and procedures on all client deliverables
Demonstrate expertise in consultant coordination, ensuring seamless integration of interior design components with broader architectural and engineering systems
Stay abreast of design trends of specific project types and take the initiative to provide continuing education opportunities for design staff
Represent the Firm by actively participating in external professional organizations and office social functions to attract talented design staff
Support the Firm’s marketing and business development activities by attending project interviews through involvement in community and civic organizations