Title: Commercial Interior Designer
Report to: Manager/Director/VP of Project or Client Services, or Market Leader
Desired Experience and Skills:
3+ years related industry experience
Experience with MillerKnoll product application is a plus, but not required
Candidates who reside in or are within a reasonable driving distance of Raleigh or Winston-Salem
Role Summary:
The Commercial Interior Designer is responsible for the management of CBI commercial interiors projects. Responsibilities include management of workplace and other commercial projects from concept through completion, including initial workplace assessments, furniture space planning, accurate and complete interiors drawings, product specifications, pricing, logistics and project management, and project installation. The Commercial Interior Designer manages day-to-day communication for their projects with CBI Account Managers, clients, and project coalition along with the project schedule, budget, and implementation to ensure client satisfaction.
This role provides opportunities for substantial advancement as a subject matter expert. Obtaining senior levels is based on the individual's performance in project scope and complexity, level and nature of client interaction, experience, technical expertise, consistent excellence in delivery, teaming and overall contribution to the Company
Responsibilities:
- Manage interior design and project management requirements for multiple projects and clients at a time
- Skill and ability to interview clients and develop a furniture-based design program.
- Embrace learning and be curious to develop professional skills with clients.
- Superior organization and management of the details of interior design project schedules and deliverables.
- Proficiency in the technical tools required to perform the role, including AutoCAD, REVIT specification tools, business system, CET, Excel, Power Point and others.
- Consistent and professional communication across all internal and external stakeholders.
- Develop a full knowledge of the technical and design details of our primary product lines including MillerKnoll.
- Provide efficient and creative space assessment, planning and design.
- Create and deliver interior design-based presentations through Power Point and visualization tools.
- Create and manage budgets through specification tools and Excel, including change orders
- Book and manage orders through our business system
- Review and communicate project status on a regular basis.
- Work smoothly in a team-oriented environment
- Understand vendor contracts, discounts, margins and business interactions.
- Coordinate all aspects of delivery scheduling and installation including job-site analysis, field measurement verification, schedules, shipments, walk-throughs, etc.
- Manage punch walkthroughs and issue completion in a timely manner.
- Manage a relationship with the client post-project and through day 2 needs
- Ability to creatively investigate and recommend cost-effective solutions for our clients.
Qualities of a High Performing Team Member:
- Strong work ethic
- Accountability
- Approachable
- Committed
- Courageous
- Driven
- Dedication
- Integrity
- Learner
- Loyal
- Passionate
- Servant Leadership
- Team Player
- Trustworthy
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by Associates assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
Associates are responsible for reviewing the CBI Sourcebook and other forms of communications such as policy and procedure updates for additional details and job requirements.
