Project Designer

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

Job summary

Cushman & Wakefield is seeking a Project Designer in Austin, TX to develop documents, drawings, and diagrams that meet client goals. You will formulate space plans, select colors and materials, and coordinate furniture and millwork, while ensuring safety and code compliance.

The role involves collaboration with design professionals, reviewing construction docs, and supporting contract administration through project delivery and reporting.

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.

Skills

Communication

MS Office

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Problem solving

Multitasking

Detail oriented

Education

Bachelor degree in Architecture

Bachelor degree in Interior Design

NCIDQ a plus

Tools

AutoCAD

REVIT

Architectural Desktop

Job description

Job Title

Project Designer

Job Description Summary

Project Designer will develop documents, drawings, and diagrams to meet the requirements and goals of the client.

Job Description

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

Requirements

• 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

Physical Requirements

• Involves work of a general office nature; typically includes extended periods of sitting and/or operation of a computer for up to 8 hours a day

• May involve periods of standing, such as operating at a copier/fax/scanner

• Regularly required to talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to write and type

• Ability to speak clearly so others can understand you

• Ability to read and understand information and ideas presented orally and in writing

• Ability to communicate information and ideas in writing and orally so others will understand

• Regularly required to utilize vision abilities, allowing reading of printed material, graphics, and computer displays

AAP/EEO STATEMENT

C&W provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Further, the company takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed and employees during employment are treated without regard to any of these characteristics. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.

OTHER DUTIES

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. 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.

The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate’s experience and qualifications.

The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.

The compensation for the position is: $ 55,355.40 - $65,124.00

Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email [e-mail] . Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.

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