Innovative Interior Project Designer

Cushman & Wakefield; Chatham (AK); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Cushman & Wakefield is seeking a Project Designer to develop documents, drawings, and diagrams that meet client requirements. The role involves formulating space plans, coordinating with design professionals, and ensuring construction documents are signed off where required.

The ideal candidate has 1+ years of experience and proficiency in CAD tools. Responsibilities include furniture & finishes selection, contract docs administration, and reporting on project progress.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Architecture or Interior Design from a FIDER accredited institution (NCIDQ a plus).
• Minimum of 1+ years of relevant work experience.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD or REVIT and Architectural Desktop.
• Ability to read and review construction documents; provide technical sign-off/approval.
• Understanding of the technical aspects of design/construction such as low voltage, construction materials, design concepts/budgets, constructability, electrical and HVAC systems.
• Versed in the five phases of an interior/architectural project.
• Excellent internal and external customer service skills.
• Effective interpersonal skills and problem solving ability.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task and manage several projects simultaneously.
• Detail oriented and extremely professional.

Responsibilities

• Formulate preliminary space plans and sketches that integrate the client’s needs
• Confirm preliminary space plans and design concepts are safe, functional, aesthetically appropriate, and meet all public health, safety and welfare requirements.
• Compile selection of colors, materials and finishes to appropriately convey the concept and to meet socio-psychological, functional, maintenance, lifecycle performance, environmental, and safety requirements.
• Compile selection and specification of furniture, fixtures, equipment and millwork, including layout drawings and detailed product description; and provision of contract documentation to facilitate pricing, procurement and installation of furniture
• Coordinate and collaborate with other allied design professionals who may be retained to provide consulting services
• Confirm construction documents for non-structural and/or non-seismic construction are signed and sealed by the responsible interior designer, as applicable to jurisdictional requirements for filing with code enforcement officials
• Assist with administration of contract documents, bids and negotiations as the client’s agent
• Provide reporting on the implementation of projects while in progress and upon completion

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Multi-tasking

Detail-oriented

Customer service

Education

Bachelor Degree in Architecture or Interior Design

NCIDQ a plus

Tools

AutoCAD

REVIT

Architectural Desktop

Microsoft Office

Job description

Cushman & Wakefield is seeking a Project Designer to develop documents, drawings, and diagrams that meet client requirements. The role involves formulating space plans, coordinating with design professionals, and ensuring construction documents are signed off where required.

The ideal candidate has 1+ years of experience and proficiency in CAD tools. Responsibilities include furniture & finishes selection, contract docs administration, and reporting on project progress.