What are the responsibilities and job description for the Designer II (Part-Time) position at IBVI?
Job Details
Description
JOB SUMMARY: The Designer II is responsible for leading comprehensive design solutions on a Federal Government project. This is a part-time position working approximately 20 hours/week. This is a limited-term position that is estimated to end in February of 2025.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Participates in discussions with Federal Government customer to determine design intent, project schedule and budget.
- Evaluates customer’s needs, analyzes requirements in the Statement of Work (SOW), documents design objectives and determines spatial requirements through programming and space planning.
- Initiates and responds to project-related correspondence with customers; communicates with all colleagues in a timely manner.
- Sources unique F, F & E solutions for projects, conducts product research, and requests product quotations from vendors,
- Develops design solutions and specific layouts for customers using AutoCAD, CET and CAP 2020.
- Validates furniture plans against architectural, construction and electrical drawings. Conducts field verification and site visits as required.
- Maintains continual communication with project team regarding the customer and the project. Keeps all parties informed of significant project details and events up until the time of order entry.
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
- Must have completed either a two-year or a four-year accredited interior design program.
- Requires 5-7 years of workplace design experience with extensive contract furniture product knowledge. Designing and specifying MillerKnoll is a plus.
- Advanced AutoCAD skills and proficiency using 2020 software, CET Designer and Microsoft Suite of Programs.
- Have a thorough understanding of building codes, life safety concerns and ADA requirements and the ability to incorporate these into interior space planning and furniture layouts.
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- Must be able to sit for long periods of time.
Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
- Ability to work from home
All job offers from IBVI are contingent on candidate’s ability to pass a drug screen and background check.
IBVI is committed to maximizing employment opportunities for the blind and visually impaired. Blind and visually impaired individuals will be given hiring priority. We are required to fill certain positions with legally blind individuals.
IBVI is a leading manufacturer, supplier and distributor of industrial office supplies, office furniture, customized kitting and promotional products. We are looking for amazing people to join our team! Committed to workplace accessibility, we are dedicated to employing a diverse workforce.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job described.
Industries for the Blind and Visually Impaired is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.
