Interior Design Specialist - Workplace Environments

CDM Smith; Bellevue (WA); Hybrid; USD 67,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking an Interior Design Specialist to support its workplace strategy across extensive office space. The ideal candidate should have a bachelor's degree and at least three years of experience, with proficiency in AutoCAD and organizational skills. This hybrid role involves leading office design projects and collaborating cross-functionally to align spaces with business needs.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications: Bachelor’s degree; 3 years of related experience.
• Preferred: NCIQ or IIDA certification; familiarity with corporate design standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design planning and execution of office space projects.
• Collaborate cross-functionally for move sequencing.
• Oversee construction management for office buildouts.

Skills

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Strong organizational skills

Excellent communication skills

Space planning

Collaboration skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Overview

CDM Smith is seeking an Interior Design Specialist to support its firmwide workplace strategy across 500,000 square feet of office space. This dynamic role integrates interior design, space planning, and project management, ensuring that office environments are functional, visually compelling, and aligned with business goals.

This is a hybrid position requiring two days per week in the office. The role is based in a metropolitan area on the East Coast of the United States. Candidates must currently reside on the East Coast.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design planning and execution of office space projects, from concept through completion.
• Develop drawings and presentations for internal stakeholders to communicate design intent and spatial solutions.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to gather business intelligence for move sequencing and relocation logistics.
• Manage the procurement and coordination of furniture systems, ensuring alignment with company standards.
• Serve as a liaison between local offices, vendors, project teams, and property management.
• Oversee construction management for office buildouts and expansions.
• Ensure compliance with corporate workplace design standards through review of fit plans and construction documents.
• Maintain internal resources including the department web page and workroom site.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications: Bachelor’s degree; 3 years of related experience. Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on duties and project demands.
• Preferred qualifications: NCIQ or IIDA certification; familiarity with corporate design standards and sustainable design practices; experience managing multi-site office projects or working within a large corporate real estate portfolio.

Employment Details

• Job Title: Interior Design Specialist - Workplace Environments
• Group: COR
• Employment Type: Regular
• Visa Sponsorship Available: No - We will not support sponsorship, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position
• Pay Range Minimum: $67,538
• Pay Range Maximum: $111,405
• Additional Compensation: All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position.
• Work Location Options: Hybrid Work Options may be considered for successful candidate.
• Massachusetts Applicants: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
• Amount of Travel Required: 20%
• Assignment Category: Fulltime-Regular

Other

• Skills and Abilities: Proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office Suite; strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects; experience in real estate lease reviews, space planning, and property evaluations; excellent communication and collaboration skills, with attention to detail and a team-oriented mindset.
• Background Check and Drug Testing Information: CDM Smith reserves the right to require background checks and drug testing as applicable for certain positions, with timing and scope described in policy.

EEO Statement

We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.