Interior Designer

Duties

Provides and monitors space planning and interior design services to client agencies, typically completing space requests that are both below and above the prospectus threshold.

Inspects and surveys tenant agency assignments to promote maximum utilization of space, performs requirements development. Uses this information to prepare schematic or test fits which become the basis for expanded and more detailed designs.

Incorporates knowledge and acquired skills in drafting, design, construction techniques and specifications, color theory, and computer aided design from technical and professional training that reflect the most creative, innovative, and practical design for the client as it relates to their mission and the building offered. Produces and reviews design intent drawings.

Performs project planning and management functions, schedules, tracking systems, and budget estimates for approved and proposed projects. Recommends consolidations, relocations, and other changes to agency housing plans. Utilizes cost estimating knowledge to develop budget information and to verify that costs submitted by contractors are fair and reasonable. Reviews subsequent change orders, providing technical assistance to projects as required.

Develops procurement package for customer agency furniture procurement action to include typical workstation designs, block furniture floor plans, vendor information, project time schedule, and installation information.