Senior Workplace Designer (5 to 8 years' experience)
About The Position
Ford Land is seeking a designer with a critical eye and strong problem-solving instincts to guide small to medium-sized workplace projects from early test fits through construction. The designer develops test fits, space plans, and design concepts, protects design intent, and reviews the work of others. The role involves close collaboration with Ford Land design leadership and project teams, while also requiring the ability to work independently. Experience with full documentation is valued for reviewing architectural packages. The position is on-site at the client's campus in Dearborn, Michigan. The role includes identifying project goals and quality expectations, evaluating program fit against Ford Land workplace standards, providing initial design direction, and coordinating with external Architects of Record as needed. The designer represents Ford Land design goals in project meetings, supports lasting client relationships, ensures HSSE compliance in designs, and coordinates consultants and architectural documentation under the direction of senior project architects. The position may include SOX control responsibilities where applicable. On-site presence and requirements may change depending on client needs.
Requirements
- 5–8 years of relevant experience.
- Bachelor's degree preferred; a combination of experience and education will be considered in lieu of a degree.
- Ability to exercise judgment based on analysis of multiple sources of information.
- Willingness to take a new perspective on existing solutions.
- In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products, such as Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Organizational skills and an advanced inquisitive mindset.
- Sophisticated math skills, including the ability to calculate mildly complex figures such as percentages, fractions, and other financial-related calculations.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working on interior-focused design projects, with an understanding of human-centered design principles and how they translate into workplace space planning.
- Experience supporting design programs across multiple sites or a corporate real estate portfolio.
- Master's degree in architecture from an accredited institution.
- Experience with full documentation for reviewing architectural packages.
Responsibilities
- Identify the client's project goals, objectives, and quality expectations through data and research.
- Develop test fits and space plans to evaluate program fit against Ford Land workplace standards.
- Provide initial design direction and concept-level design intent for projects, and partner with and transition scopes to an external Architect of Record as needed.
- Act as a liaison between the client and project team, building and supporting lasting relationships.
- Ensure HSSE compliance in all designs and creations within the project.
- Assist with early design phases, including programming and schematic or concept design.
- Participate in project meetings with customers, contractors, and project management teams, representing Ford Land's design goals and initiatives.
- Coordinate with consultants and external Architects of Record on projects requiring full documentation, under the direction of senior project architects.
- Apply working knowledge of standard design principles and techniques to typical assignments and escalate complex issues to senior team members.
- Lead by example, model behaviors consistent with CBRE RISE values, and contribute to consensus-building.
- Work within established guidelines and policies, exercising sound judgment on day-to-day design decisions.
Benefits
- A healthy, productive, and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
