Designer – Chicago, IL

Provides design services to customers, including site/inventory verification (as needed), programming, typical development, shop drawings & specifications. Works closely with sales, customer service & project management as well as customers, to ensure accurate plans and specifications reach the customers satisfaction and highest quality of implementation.

Duties And Responsibilities

Space planning and any necessary fit plansCoordinate all phases of the design process with the salesperson and customerWork with customers to develop final approved plansCreate and deliver client presentationsDevelopment tasks, including drawings, calculations, cost estimates and specificationsReviews site; conducts field measurements as neededCode and regulation compliancePrepare installation drawingsManages changes and revisionsUploads current working version of plan with dimensions to PlanGrid for site surveyorCreate fabric / finish boards upon requestMaintains detailed and extensive project documentation, including records of all key decisions, phone conversations, approvals & sign offs and notes from all project meetings.Communicates regularly with PM and Director on project status, issues & concerns in regards to overall design or schedule.Product inventories as neededAncillary product researchAssist with the creation of final proposalsPrompt, reliable and regular attendance

Education And Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in Interior Design, Industrial Design, Architecture, or similar or equivalent experience1+ year of experience in a similar roleTeknion product knowledge a plusExcellent interpersonal and communication skills in English both written and verbalMS Office Environment proficientProficient in CET, Sketch up, AutoCAD, AdobeUnderstands the importance of deadlines and the ability to meet them.

Physical Requirements

Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Salary Range

$70,000 to $115,000 per year plus bonus

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.