Senior Designer II

Overview

We are OpenSquare. We believe that people with a purpose need a place to be their best. From Seattle area skyscrapers to the Pacific Northwest’s premier Universities and medical facilities, we design insightful spaces with the latest technology providing our clients an environment that embodies their image and encourages success. Our drive to support our clients has helped us expand our footprint and now it’s time to expand our team.

OpenSquare is committed to the development of empathetic leaders, diversification of talent and increased representation at every level of our business. We believe in cultivating a culture of inclusion and are dedicated to building and retaining teams through removing unnecessary barriers to employment and providing opportunities for career growth. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or veteran status.

Compensation range: $80,000-$90,000/year

OWP Benefits:

• 15 days of PTO
• 9 Paid holidays
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Profit Sharing
• 401k Employer Match
• Wellness App with reimbursement of up to $500/year

Position Summary

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Senior Designer II works both independently and collaboratively with internal and external partners to develop creative interior space solutions to meet customer needs. This role will possess a specific area of specialty or expertise while serving as leader, mentor, and pace setter for teams and colleagues. The role will also serve as the key or primary customer liaison and share customer management and project management responsibilities with their sales partners. The Senior Designer II engages with customers to gather project information (surveys, interviews, data collection, observations), client meetings, concept development, space planning, develop drawings, sketches, furniture and material selections, product specification, and quality assurance. The Senior Designer II owns the project conception and guides the client all along the way. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Serve as client liaison.
• Distill and analyze project information.
• Specialization in one or more areas of expertise (software, process, vertical market, building code, customer, and product knowledge, etc.).
• Manage multiple key projects and engagements.
• Conduct product research and contact vendors for pricing and information.
• Engage with customer to gather project information (surveys, interviews, data collection, observations) and to uncover customer challenges.
• Specify furniture and finishes required per final layouts.
• Influence, inspire, mentor, and guide solutions and deliverables from supporting team members.
• Produce furniture block plans, space plans, finish palettes, furniture specification, and installation drawings; create, revise, plot design drawings, and present design concepts to customers.
• Develop validation packages and spreadsheets.
• Estimate budgetary hours and manage and monitor project hours.
• Assist in the on-boarding process with new team members
• Participate in or lead internal and external projects and process improvement initiatives.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

• Effectively manages complex projects with many players and objectives.
• Clearly and comfortably delegates both routine and important tasks to design support partners.
• Advanced understanding of building codes, regulations, ADA.
• Ability to analyze complex information from multiple sources.
• Ability to draw/sketch by hand.
• Dedication and commitment to promote diversity, multiculturalism, and inclusion in all work activities.
• Collaborate in diverse teams to foster productive outcomes.
• Plans and accurately scopes out length and difficulty of tasks and projects; sets objectives and goals.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in interior or architectural Design, bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university is required, with 10 years related design experience.
• One or more professional certifications are required (NCIDQ, CID, LEED AP, WELL AP, EDAC, 6 Sigma, PMI,CIDA, and/or NAB etc.).
• Advanced proficiency in a variety of software: Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Microsoft Office. CET Designer, and Adobe Suites desired.
• Advanced knowledge of commercial furniture products and systems furnishings.
• Council for Interior Design Accreditation (CIDA) or National Architecture Board (NAB) accreditation preferred.
• Attend industry events and peer networking opportunities.
• Membership in industry professional organizations required.

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please apply with your resume today. We look forward to connecting.

Salary : $80,000 - $90,000