Furniture Specialist/Space Planner

NTT DATA, Inc.; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Furniture Specialist/Space Planner, where your expertise in space planning and furniture specification will play a crucial role in supporting government clients. In this dynamic position, you will lead project coordination efforts, ensuring compliance with standards while mentoring junior staff. Your contributions will directly impact workspace efficiency and design, making a difference in administrative and lab spaces. This innovative firm is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where your skills can shine and grow, all while being part of a global leader in business and technology services.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience with government clients/projects.
• Expertise in programming, space planning, and installation oversight.

Responsibilities

• Assess end-user needs and develop planning sketches.
• Manage documents and project records for compliance.
• Mentor junior planning staff to enhance their skills.

Skills

AutoCAD

Revit

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Space Planning

Project Coordination

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Interior Design

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

Tools

MS Publisher

CAP20/20

Job description

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NTT DATA strives to hire exceptional, innovative and passionate individuals who want to grow with us. If you want to be part of an inclusive, adaptable, and forward-thinking organization, apply now.

We are currently seeking a Furniture Specialist/Space Planner to join our team in Rockville, Maryland (US-MD), United States.

Seeking a well-rounded, proactive Furniture Specialist/Space Planner. This position supports the National Institutes of Health with systems furniture and demountable wall reconfiguration request evaluations, assessments of client needs and requirements, space planning, furniture specification and installation drawing preparation, and project coordination expertise for routine workspace reconfiguration and adjustments to administrative (office) and lab spaces. The candidate will provide leadership in furniture/demountable wall planning, space planning, project coordination, technical drawing and specification reviews, furniture integration with building systems and RCPs (reflected ceiling plans), and quality assurance support to various groups.

Responsibilities

1. Assess end-user needs; develop planning sketches and test-fit options consistent with client space and furniture standards; prepare Design Intent Drawings, specifications (BOMs) for systems furniture and demountable wall re-use and/or new purchase, cost estimates, scopes of work, project schedules; provide implementation oversight.
2. Provide technical planning and project coordination support including, but not limited to:
3. Coordination of existing base building conditions (RCP/MEP/TED) with FF&E elements (demountable walls, systems and freestanding furniture) and supporting technology requirements.
4. Conduct site surveys/field verifications for compliance with approved CDs and shop drawings, advise on acceptance of space, develop punch lists, monitor to completion.
5. Manage documents and project records including base building/FF&E finish binders, project binders, summary reports, and project metrics consistent with OWS records management.
6. Prepare Independent Government Estimates (IGEs) for budget planning; review price proposals and contractor bids as requested.
7. Provide quality assurance of construction documents, shop/installation drawings, bills of materials, and other documents for compliance with DID’s.
8. Monitor furniture procurements and lead times, interior build-out, and installation schedules to ensure compliance with project schedule and budget; track action items.
9. Mentor and assist in the professional development of junior planning staff to increase technical, analytical, communications, and presentation skills.
10. Communicate with the OWS Federal point-of-contact assigned to each task.

Basic Qualifications

• Applicants will be subject to a Public Trust background security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to sensitive information. Applicants or Permanent Residents preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of experience with government clients/projects, including experience with AutoCAD, Revit, Microsoft Word, and Excel.
• Bachelor's degree in Interior Design or Architecture.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with systems furniture specification and installation; demountable wall experience is required. Knowledge of Knoll, Kimball, Trendway systems furniture, and Transwall demountable walls is a plus.
• Expertise in programming, space planning for systems furniture/demountable walls, specifications, graphic design, budgeting, scheduling, and installation oversight.
• Strong communication and presentation skills (verbal and visual).
• LEED credentials and professional licensing are advantageous.
• Experience with MS Publisher, CAP20/20, and other relevant software is a plus.

About NTT DATA

NTT DATA is a $30 billion global leader in business and technology services, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100. We are committed to helping clients innovate and transform for long-term success. As a Global Top Employer, we have diverse experts across more than 50 countries and a robust partner ecosystem. Our services include consulting, data and AI, industry solutions, application development, infrastructure, and connectivity. We are a leader in digital and AI infrastructure. NTT DATA is part of NTT Group, investing over $3.6 billion annually in R&D to advance digital society. Visit us at https://us.nttdata.com.

NTT DATA is dedicated to accessibility. If you need assistance or accommodations during the application process, contact us at https://us.nttdata.com/en/contact-us. This contact is for accommodation requests only. We are an equal opportunity employer, considering all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. For more details, see our EEO policy and rights information.

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