Interior Design & Space Planning Specialist

Southern Company; Gulfport (MS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Mississippi Power, a subsidiary of Southern Company, is seeking a Facilities Specialist I to plan and design corporate interiors, optimize space, and coordinate construction for facilities in Gulfport, MS.

You will apply building codes, ADA requirements, and corporate standards while supporting FF&E initiatives and documentation. Requires a Bachelor’s in Interior Design and CAD proficiency with 2 years of related experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Interior Design from an accredited college or university.
• Two years of experience in interior design, architecture, construction, or workplace planning.
• Working knowledge of CAD production and design software.
• Knowledge of commercial building codes, ADA requirements, and life safety standards.
• Experience supporting design or construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Support a strong safety culture by identifying workplace hazards and promoting safe work practices.
• Assist with planning and design of office interiors, renovations, and facility improvement projects.
• Prepare and revise construction coordination drawings, space plans, furniture layouts, and project documentation.
• Assist in developing design solutions involving furniture systems, finishes, lighting, and space utilization.
• Apply corporate workplace standards and space planning guidelines.
• Coordinate project deliverables with facilities personnel, vendors, and consultants.
• Review project requirements and assist in reconciling stakeholder requests.
• Support development of FF&E specifications and furniture standards.
• Participate in project scheduling, budgeting, and cost tracking activities.
• Maintain project records, drawings, and document management systems.

Skills

Attention to detail

AutoCAD and design documentation

Basic project management

Collaboration

Construction coordination practices

Customer focus

Furniture systems and finish Se...

Learning agility

Space planning and interior design

Written and verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Interior Design

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Mississippi Power, a subsidiary of Southern Company, is seeking a Facilities Specialist I to plan and design corporate interiors, optimize space, and coordinate construction for facilities in Gulfport, MS.

You will apply building codes, ADA requirements, and corporate standards while supporting FF&E initiatives and documentation. Requires a Bachelor’s in Interior Design and CAD proficiency with 2 years of related experience.