Designer

Key Responsibilities

• Create drawings and specifications in CET (ex: Topicals, Furniture plans, 3D Renderings)
• Revise drawings and specs when required
• Prepare installation drawings and supporting documents
• Consistent updates to Director of Design
• Work closely with dealership sales and sales admins to ensure accurate plans and specifications
• Auxiliary work assisting with Finish selection and creating digital sample boards
• Spec Check other team members' work as needed
• Maintain open communication with clients, in person or virtually, to understand their objectives, desires, and design within their allocated budget
• Identify areas needing field verification and coordinate actual dimensions with final plans
• Inventory existing product; incorporate in furniture plans and specifications
• Maintain internal reporting systems (i.e. time sheets, tracking design time, project files)
• Adhere to Empire Office Design department guidelines and standards for deliverables and filing of projects
• Follow deadlines of key deliverables
• Attend Industry events as necessary
• Continuing education related to product updates and industry trends

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of dealership experience in commercial contract furniture industry preferred
• Bachelor’s Degree in Interior Design, Architecture or related field
• Proficient in CET, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office Suite
• Knowledge of contract furniture lines
• Working knowledge of applicable building codes, ADA regulations, National Electrical Code; National Fire Code, etc.
• Experience with Steelcase products a plus
• Comfortable visiting job sites to take basic field dimensions and furniture inventory
• Excellent creative thinking, problem solving skills, and attention to detail
• Prioritization of organizational and follow-through skills
• Strong time management skills and ability to multi-task within a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with clients, manufacturers reps, and team members
• Strong presentation skills and must be comfortable attending meetings and interacting with customers, designers, architects, and contractors
• Works well in a team environment, and ability to work longer hours as needed to support team and meet customer expectations