Designer, Architectural Solutions

Officeworks Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design firm is seeking a talented designer to join its Architectural Solutions department in Philadelphia, PA. The designer will provide essential design services, including developing shop drawings and specifications for customers. Responsibilities encompass client meetings, project documentation, and communication with the project team. A Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of related experience are necessary, along with skills in AutoCAD and strong verbal communication. Full-time position with a focus on design in the furniture and home furnishings manufacturing industry.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of related experience required.
• Teknion product knowledge a plus.
• CET Designer / Teknion Storyboard a plus.

Responsibilities

• Attend client meetings and present plans for approval.
• Develop shop drawings for client/architect.
• Manage changes and revisions.
• Maintain detailed project documentation.
• Communicate regularly on project status.

Skills

AutoCAD

G suite

PlanGrid

Excellent verbal communication

Excellent organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Officeworks is seeking a talented designer to join our Architectural Solutions department in our Philadelphia, PA office. The designer will provide design services to customers, including shop drawings, specifications, dimensions, details, and hardware related to Teknion Wall product. Works closely with sales, project managers, and coordinators within Officeworks, as well as customers, GC, and design firms, to ensure accurate plans and specifications reach customers’ satisfaction and highest quality of implementation.

Responsibilities

• Attend client meetings as requested by Sales or PM, present plans and information to customers for review & approval.
• Develop shop drawings for client/architect approval and sign off.
• Develop hardware package for client sign off.
• Develop project specification and reviews against plan; gets BOM order entry ready, and spec checks before order.
• Manage changes and revisions.
• Upload current working version of plan with dimensions to PlanGrid for site surveyor.
• Utilize PlanGrid to calculate ceiling heights and ensure all dimensions are aligned from site to drawing.
• Assist PM with punch list as needed.
• Provide list pricing for projects and change orders.
• Maintain detailed and extensive project documentation, including records of all key decisions, phone conversations, approvals, sign offs, and notes from all project meetings.
• Assist with maintaining a project log which includes any change orders and back charges along with general project information. All critical information must be kept on the network.
• Communicate regularly with PM, Sales, and Director on project status, issues & concerns in regard to overall design or schedule.
• Prompt, reliable and regular attendance.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• At least 5 years of related experience required.
• Teknion product knowledge a plus.

Required Skills/Abilities

• CET Designer / Teknion Storyboard a plus.
• AutoCAD.
• G suite.
• PlanGrid.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to anticipate work needs and interact professionally with customers.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Design

Industries

• Furniture and Home Furnishings Manufacturing