Senior Interior Designer - Federal

The Opportunity

Our architecture and interiors group is searching for talented individuals to lead the design of unique federal facilities around the world. We work in a collaborative environment to understand each unique design challenge in order to provide the best possible solution. This position requires leading and contributing in all aspects of medium to complex interior designs. Projects begin with understanding multiple government requirements, the client’s budget, and the user’s needs. Projects may include participating in the charrette process. Project execution will involve working with a multi-discipline design team in the development of construction documents and supervising construction phase services. Interior design shall provide design solutions that are functional, enhance the quality of life and culture of the occupants, and are aesthetically attractive. Responsibilities include space arrangement and layout, selection of finishes, selection of furnishings, and production of drawings, renderings, specifications, and color boards. 

The Team

The Black & Veatch Federal Business is grounded in history while searching for unique integrated design solutions.  We have 100+ years of experience supporting the Federal government and are dedicated to employing talented and passionate professionals.  Our vision is to be the greatest full-service infrastructure solutions provider delivering top tier and high-quality design and engineering services to the Federal government.

Company Description:  

Black & Veatch is an employee-owned, global leader in building Critical Human Infrastructure in Energy, Water, Telecommunications and Government Services. Since 1915, we have helped our clients improve the lives of people in more than 100 countries through consulting, engineering, construction, operations and program management. Follow us on and in social media. Black & Veatch Holding Company, its subsidiaries and its affiliated companies, complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) affirmative action laws and regulations.  

All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.  

Key Responsibilities

• Manages a staff of professionals and multiple projects to provide complete drawings, specifications and color boards 
• Verify the quality of designs including space arrangement and layout, selection of finishes and selection of furnishings 
• Work with the Lead Architect in the analysis of building programing and the development of interior arrangement and floor plan layout. 
• Establishing and maintain effective client relationships, anticipating and providing services that exceed client expectations 
• Meet directly with clients/owners to determine project needs. 
• Presents concepts and finished design to clients/owners. 
• Anticipating and adopting innovations in business digital and technology applications, cultivating innovations 
• Assist in marketing and business development related efforts related to existing and new federal clients    
• Monitors and ensures compliance with project requirements and building codes  
• Understands and adheres to budget, schedule, and quality requirements 
• Providing sustainable design solutions and supporting sustainability in the work environment 
• Maintains records and documentation. 
• Checks shop drawings and installation drawings. 

Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent design, visualization and graphic skills  
• Excellent oral and written communication skills for preparing and presenting to clients  
• Proficiency in Revit, Adobe Suite (in particular InDesign and Enscape), Excel and Bluebeam 
• Excellent interpersonal skills for facilitating relationships  
• Creative problem-solving skills to gather relevant information to solve design issues  
• Ability to work on several projects or issues simultaneously  
• Ability to provide effective supervision and staff management  
• Experience with Comprehensive Interior Design (CID), which includes Structural Interior Design (SID) and Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment (FFE).   
• Familiarity with Federal design regulations, which may include GSA schedules, UFC, UFGS, etc 
• Knowledge of Building Codes and Government Compliance Regulations 
• Advanced familiarity with manufacturers of interior finish materials and furniture.   
• Familiarity with Federal design regulations, which may include GSA schedules, UFC, UFGS, etc 
• Advanced ability to provide creative and technical solutions meeting owner’s needs. 
• Active in the design community 
• Experience with specification review and/or editing 

Minimum Qualifications

• Must have a Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design from an accredited university (Bachelor of Arts in Interiors or similar 4 or 5 year program).  
• National Council for Interior Design Qualification (NCIDQ) and/or Registered Interior Designer (RID)  
• Minimum of 11 years' experience in the field of Interior Design.  
• Assigned to projects for U.S. Government Agency/Department clients, candidate must be a U.S. Citizen. 

Certifications

• Most positions - depending on the nature of work performed as defined by the division - will typically require incumbents to have professional registration or licensure in their designated home office country, or be in active pursuit of such registration. Additional professional registration or licensure may be needed when practicing or on assignment in a different country. Exceptions may be approved by division management on a case by case basis.

Work Environment/Physical Demands

• Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance and work assignments.