Interior Project Designer — Space Planning & Details

Cushman & Wakefield; San Juan (PR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Cushman & Wakefield is seeking a Project Designer to develop documents, drawings, and diagrams meeting client goals. You will formulate preliminary space plans and recommend finishes, fixtures, and millwork while coordinating with allied design professionals.

The role requires reading construction documents and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory requirements. The candidate should have a bachelor’s degree in Architecture or Interior Design, 1+ years of relevant experience, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Architecture or Interior Design from a FIDER accredited institution (NCIDQ a plus)
• Minimum of 1+ years of relevant work experience
• Or any similar combination of education and 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
• The qualified candidate will be detail oriented, able to handle multiple projects simultaneously, extremely professional, and customer service oriented

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
• In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Skills

AutoCAD

REVIT

Architectural Desktop

Microsoft Office

Reading construction documents

Client collaboration

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor in Architecture or Interior Design

NCIDQ (plus)

Job description

Cushman & Wakefield is seeking a Project Designer to develop documents, drawings, and diagrams meeting client goals. You will formulate preliminary space plans and recommend finishes, fixtures, and millwork while coordinating with allied design professionals.

The role requires reading construction documents and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory requirements. The candidate should have a bachelor’s degree in Architecture or Interior Design, 1+ years of relevant experience, and