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The Building People · 1 day ago

Senior Interior Designer

Alexandria, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

8+ years exp

The Building People, LLC is seeking a qualified Senior Interior Designer for an on-site role supporting a government client in Alexandria, VA. The Senior Interior Designer will work with the Design Services Team to support Workplace Strategy & Design Management, utilizing AutoCAD to develop detailed plans and drawings for various projects.

Commercial Real EstateReal EstateReal Estate Investment

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

Responsibilities

Use established standards to develop detailed 2D drawings to include FF&E, architectural, electrical, and mechanical building systems

Support multiple projects of varying size, complexity and intensity

Review furniture proposals using working knowledge of the industry

Prepare and present specifications

Support construction administration as needed, such as site inspections, to ensure proper installation and adherence to design specifications

Work with identified client stakeholders to determine initial goals and requirements for the spaces to be designed

Keep the client and Lead Designer apprised of project status

Demonstrate outside-the-box, analytical, and critical thinking while adhering to established standards

Use advanced A&D professional skills to work through challenges and create solutions for presentation

Protect all sensitive information being evaluated in accordance with Federal regulations and procedures

Work closely with project managers, spaces planners, and other stakeholders ensure design cohesiveness and project goals are met on time

Be accountable for assigned projects and tasks from beginning to end

Prepare sketches or other visual aids to demonstrate design intent to client

Ensure client satisfaction

Maintain current knowledge of trends, materials, techniques, and other developments in A&D

Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualification

AutoCADConstruction documentationBuilding Codes knowledgeInterior design experienceAdobe AcrobatMicrosoft Office SuiteProject management skillsMulti-taskingTeam collaborationVerbal communicationWritten communicationProblem-solvingAttention to detailSelf-motivatedAdaptabilityCreative solutions

Required

Minimum of 8 years of experience in Institutional architecture, interior design, or space planning

Expertise in the construction documentation process

Knowledge of Building Codes, ADA, regulations, industry standard practices and processes

Ability to work well in a team-based environment, both within the design team and broader group, with the common goal of a successful project

Meet a level of professionalism in both verbal and written communication skills as this role requires daily communication with internal and external project team members

Strong organizational, problem-solving, project management skills

High attention to detail

Self-motivated with ability to multi-task and respond quickly

Ability to prioritize tasks and work in fast-paced environment under pressure

Ability to pivot seamlessly as project requirements and timelines change

Ability to create and present multiple solutions

Advanced Proficiency in the Design Process with the ability and aptitude to step in at any point to lead the design portion of a project

Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD and Adobe Acrobat

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel, Word and PowerPoint

Bachelor's degree in Interior Design or related field

Provide design portfolio with emphasis on presentation and technical skills

Our positions may require a background screening and clearance directly from the Government