Designer I

About the role

Splice designs and creates insightful spaces for Seattle‑area skyscrapers, premier universities, and medical facilities, using the latest technology to provide environments that embody client images and encourage success. Workspace Development, the professional services division of One Workplace, offers FF&E project integration, post‑occupancy, and MAC management for well‑known Seattle companies. Splice is committed to developing empathetic leaders, diversifying talent, and increasing representation at every level, fostering a culture of inclusion and removing barriers to employment.

Position Summary

Location: Remote; if in the Seattle area, the role is hybrid with three days per week in the office.
Hours: Monday – Friday, day shift.

Essential Functions

• Maintain and update AsBuilt GREFS, directories, and CAD files.
• Work with clients to provide space‑planning and design solutions that meet guideline, code, and ADA requirements.
• Implement design guidelines, system‑furniture requirements, and building/fire codes per local jurisdiction on all work that leaves the studio.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, each with different scopes and requirements.
• Provide transparent and timely communication of personal progress to studio leadership.
• Perform administrative tasks to support communication, documentation, and archiving per procedure and best practices.
• Collaborate with the team to problem‑solve roadblocks, pivot to support other work groups as needed, and ensure work meets studio drawing standards.

Working Relationships

• Studio Designers
• Studio Manager
• Program Manager
• Design Program Director
• FF&E Planners
• Project Managers
• Client Representatives
• Vendor partners

Skills and Abilities

• B.A. in Interior Design, Interior Architecture, Architectural Studies, or a relevant degree.
• 2+ years of experience in interior design, architecture, and/or systems‑furniture design, or equivalent.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, drawing standards, fire/building code, and ADA requirements.
• Experience developing client drawing deliverables and other technical project documents.
• Effective written, verbal, and visual communication.
• Excellent time‑management and organizational skills.
• Deadline‑driven work ethic while being a team player.
• Ability to pivot quickly in a fast‑paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams).

Competencies

• Collaboration – values teamwork and balances personal interests with team goals.
• Customer focus – anticipates needs and consistently exceeds expectations.
• Detail and standards adherence – documents processes to ensure consistency, quality, and trust.
• Action‑oriented – responds to roadblocks with solutions rather than criticism.
• Effective communication – crafts clear, multi‑mode messages for diverse audiences and encourages diverse ideas.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

The role requires regular talking and listening, frequent use of hands or fingers, and occasional standing, walking, sitting, and reaching. The employee may occasionally lift or move up to 15 lb. Vision requirements include close, distance, and focus adjustment. The noise level is typically low to moderate. Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities.

Compensation

Compensation range: $75,300 – $81,500 annually. The base salary will be determined based on location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. Total compensation depends on the individual's skills, experience, and qualifications.

Benefits

• 15 days of PTO
• 9 paid holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Profit sharing
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid parental leave
• Wellness app reimbursement up to $500 per year

Schedule

Monday – Friday, day shift. Remote work is standard; Seattle‑area employees work a hybrid schedule with three days in the office.