Office Furniture Designer Houston TX

The OM Workspace Office Furniture Designer plans, designs, and furnishes interior environments for commercial and industrial buildings of all sizes projects by performing the duties below.



Position ResponsibilitiesConsults with sales representatives or customers to determine parameters of the project, which include but are not limited to architectural preferences, purpose and function of environment, budget, types of construction, equipment to be installed, and other factors, which affect planning interior environments. Conducts site inspections when necessary. Takes inventory of present equipment, furnishings and other items. Obtains field dimensions when accurate plans are not available. Interprets data for the development of a design concept and layout, which is appropriate to specific areas, activities, organizational levels, and budget considerations. Renders design ideas through presentation boards, binders, floor plans, isometrics, and other drawings or illustrations and/or perspectives to successfully communicate the design theme and plan to the client for approval. Estimates material requirements. Executes floor plans, furniture plans, panel plans, installation drawings, electrical and communication plans, and/or detail drawings of application. Executes all CAP functions necessary in specification, management or organization of project data. Executes color and finish schedules. Executes complete specification for furnishings, upholstery, accessories, window, wall, and floor treatment. Periodically provides project status reviews to Project Manager Director, and/or Sales. Reviews installation drawings and specifications with salesperson, Project Manager, Installation, and Corporate/Client's Project Director. Performs project needs analysis. Performs space planning and product suggestion. Creates specifications and SIF files. Manages project data. Selects fabrics and finishes. Makes suggestions for accessories. Reviews drawings and specifications with key people. Manages presentation documents and process. Internal and external contacts and reason for contacts include: Creative services lead - to get assignments; Sales Representatives, Sales Administrators, Project Managers, and Operations Managers - to get parameters of a design project; Vendors - to verify product application; and customers - to understand project parameters. Project orientation includes: Interview/Information gathering with customer or salesperson, product selection with/by salesperson, design scope of project needs to be developed, research and development, project assignment, timeline, and deadline discussed, furniture specification, finish selection, specification check, SIF file deliverable to administrator, and presentation implementation of deliverables. Highly expert level proficient in use of AutoCAD for space planning. Multi-project focus - attention for several projects at once. Demonstrates a commitment to OfficeMax core values of safety, integrity, process improvement, and customer satisfaction.The above represents general responsibilities for the position. Other duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may be required and/or assigned as necessary.

Quantitative Dimensions

Works independently with little direction. Must have the ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Must calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume, and basic applications of geometry and algebra. Practical problem solving - deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Acts as an active member of the team. REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor's degree in interior design (contract focused) or higher from and accredited University or College is requiredMinimum of 3 years of industry experience at a furniture dealership in a design/specification role is essentialExtensive background in contract furniture product knowledge, specification, and Auto Cad must also be part of the qualificationsAn understanding of Design Express, Cap 20/20, Auto Cad 2000i, and Microsoft products is requiredPosition requires the ability to manage moderate level of stress, multiple deadlines and the challenge of dealing with various personalities (i.e.: salespeople)Limited local travel