Interior Designer

Job Description

Duties:

Confer with clients to evaluate their furniture, fixtures, and equipment needs and develop efficient solutions within budget, schedule, and standards.

Develop space plans and interior architectural layouts; and select furnishings, equipment, and interior finishes for schools in accordance with District and industry standards.

Participate in the development of District design specifications, including interior finish and electrical requirements; and provides detailed furniture and equipment cost estimates to design teams.

Review and evaluate construction documents and visits project sites to confirm that space plans, design concepts, and selected furniture and equipment are safe, functional, and aesthetically appropriate and meet all public health, safety, and welfare requirements including fire and life safety code, accessibility, environmental, and sustainability guidelines.

Plan and conduct meetings and site visits to evaluate and review project needs and status.

Advise school personnel and Facilities staff regarding the selection and procurement of furniture, equipment, and interior layouts and finishes.

Supervise assigned projects by coordinating and working with assigned staff tasked with logistics and procurement of furniture and equipment to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.

Develop, schedule, coordinate, review, and receive furniture and equipment orders.

Provide furniture and equipment specifications and scope to create procurement contracts.

Consult with manufacturers and vendors regarding the production of custom products and provides ideas, improvements, and designs for products required by the District and to solicit best value products.

Prepare detailed reports and records for furniture and equipment provisioning.

Manage and update lists of furniture, equipment, manufacturers, and vendors used by the District.

Create interior drawings and visual aids for review and approval.

Make recommendations regarding procedures, guidelines, and product standards for furniture and equipment.

Assist sites in replacement of furniture and equipment.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

Experience:

Minimum eight (8) years’ full-time paid professional experience conceptualizing, planning, selecting, and coordinating interior layouts, interior building finishes, furniture, and equipment

Experience working in a public agency or school construction or modernization is preferred

Education:

Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor’s degree preferably in interior design, interior architecture or architecture or any related field.

OR

Completion of 40 semester units or equivalent from a recognized college or university in interior design, architecture of any related field, with an additional 2 years of experience.

Knowledge/Skills:

Principles of interior design

Furniture and equipment specification (educational facilities preferable)

Principles, practices and techniques for space planning

Strong understanding of color theory principles and its application in Interior Design

Timeline and budget preparation

Basic concepts and application of scheduling, procurement, and business data processing

Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, AutoCAD, Bluebeam

Building codes, ADA, fire and life code as they relate to furniture and equipment Principles, practices, and techniques of project management

Professional Interior Design studio practices

Plan and design interior spaces and specify furniture

Read and interpret architectural plans, drawings, and specifications

Operate major computer-aided software systems such as AutoCAD and Revit

Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing

Create and deliver professional presentations for clients and stakeholders, effectively showcasing design concepts and project details

Work effectively with F+IG staff, facilities personnel, school administrators and staff

Operate a computer and associated peripheral devices

Commute to jobsites and facilities, as neededCompany Description

Yang Management, Inc., a full service Construction and Project Management firm, is currently seeking various positions for projects in Southern California. Ideal applicants will have advanced knowledge and experience within the construction industry and past success on both vertical and transit projects.

Full-time