Associate Interior Designer

The Tsui Group is seeking a candidate who is qualified and experienced in educational facility construction projects to serve as an Associate Interior Designer for a large educational client within Los Angeles County with the below duties:

• Assists the Interior Designer in evaluating the furniture, fixtures, and equipment needs for projects, and develops efficient solutions within budget, schedule, and standards.
• Develops space plans and interior architectural layouts; and assists in the selection of furnishings, equipment, and interior finishes for schools in accordance with District and industry standards.
• Reviews and evaluates construction documents and visits project sites to confirm that space plans, design concepts and selected furniture and equipment are safe, functional, and aesthetically appropriate.
• Ensures that selected furniture and equipment meet all public health, safety, and welfare requirements including fire and life safety code, accessibility, environmental, and sustainability guidelines.
• Assists the Interior Designer in planning meetings and site visits to evaluate and review project needs and status.
• Assists the Interior Designer in developing and implementing project schedules and the installation of furniture and equipment orders.
• Assists in communication with manufacturers and vendors regarding the production of custom products and design solutions.
• Assists in the preparation of detailed reports and records for furniture and equipment provisioning.
• Manages and updates lists of furniture, equipment, manufacturers, and vendors used by the district.
• Consults with manufacturers and vendors on product, specifications, finishes, and pricing
• Coordinates product specifications and purchase orders with District procurement office
• Creates interior drawings and visual aids for review and approval.
• May assist sites in replacement of furniture and equipment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  

Requirements

Required Experience:

• Minimum of 6 years full-time paid professional experience conceptualizing, planning, selecting, and coordinating interior layouts, interior building finishes, furniture, and equipment with the required degree

Required 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 needed

Benefits

• Salary Range: $108,000-$113,000
• Medical, Vision, & Dental – 100% covered for the employee*
• Life and Disability Insurance
• 10.5 days of Vacation pay (Accrued)
• 6 days of Sick pay (Available Immediately)
• 13 days of Holiday pay
• 3% Employer Contribution 401k (After 1 year of service)
• Monthly Stipend for Cell Phone
• Laptop for work purposes