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Insidesource · 1 day ago

Technical Furniture Designer

Kent, WA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Insidesource is committed to nurturing a culture of belonging and equity, and they are seeking a Technical Designer to apply their creative expertise in developing interior space solutions for clients. The role involves collaborating with project teams, conducting product research, and ensuring quality assurance in furniture design and specifications.

ArchitectureAsset ManagementConsultingFurnitureLogisticsProcurementProject ManagementRetailVirtual WorkforceWarehousing

Responsibilities

Work closely with project team to qualify aesthetic, performance, budget, and schedule criteria to meet customer’s project goals

Engage with customer to clarify project information and uncover customer challenges

Work within strategic service level agreement deadlines; quickly and efficiently

Conduct product research in support of projects and requests to find appropriate furniture solutions, accessories, fabric, and finish approvals to meet specific budget, lead-time, functional and aesthetic requirements

Produce and present design concepts to customers

Obtain customer approvals for all design development packets prior to commencing final specifications

Perform field measurements and inventories of existing product and incorporate into project design deliverables

Specify furniture required per final furniture layouts and selected finishes

Produce/revise furniture block plans, space plans, finish palettes, furniture specification, and installation drawings

Develop validation packages and spreadsheets

Estimate budgetary hours and manage and monitor project hours

Collaborate with outsourced design service providers as needed, ensuring complete and accurate information and direction is provided

Participate in ongoing learning around strategic areas of focus, including partner products and solutions, sustainable design, design tools and technology, and workplace strategy

Exemplify Insidesource values of Team First, Client Led, Change Makers, Experience Focused

Participate in All Company Meetings and Regional Town Halls

Embody diversity, equity, and inclusion in our Insider community and business practices

Qualification

AutoCAD 2018CET experienceInterior design knowledgeCommercial furniture knowledgeNCIDQ accreditationMicrosoft Office proficiencyAdobe Suite proficiencySketch-Up proficiencyAnalytical skillsPresentation skillsInterpersonal skillsOrganizational skillsCommunication skills

Required

5+ years of experience in a Dealership or A&D firm a plus

Prior dealership or experience with systems furniture products a plus

Strong knowledge of interior design field and current practices

Strong knowledge of workplace trends (aesthetic, ergonomics, technology integration, workplace culture, etc.)

Strong working knowledge of commercial furniture vendors, including features/benefits, pricing, application and assembly, specification options, and nomenclature

Strong presentation skills and ability to facilitate design development activities with client and client's project team. Ability to present using live design in person or over virtual meetings

Understanding of contract furniture processes, including specification development, order preparation, project management, order management, and delivery/installation

Ability to communicate effectively with internal dealership sales, project management, account coordination, procurement, and operations/installation groups, client, contractor and subcontractor trades, A&D firms, electricians and client's IT group, etc

Knowledge and understanding of applicable building codes, ADA regulations, National Electrical Code, etc

AutoCAD 2018 and CET experience required; CAP 2020 Worksheet preferred

Proficient in Microsoft Office, Adobe Suite, Sketch-Up, and web-support applications

Understanding of the complexities and sophistication required to thrive in the dealer environment

Fluid interpersonal skills to interact effectively with a wide range of customers, vendors, personnel, and departments

Ability to see the big picture and integrate into day-to-day tasks and activities

Excellent and effective oral and written communication

Prior experience successfully managing multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced work environment

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

Strong organizational and administrative skills

Demonstrated commitment to professionalism, integrity, and sound judgment in business transactions, and to providing the highest level of customer satisfaction