Project Designer

Full-time position available with Haworth’s largest, global contract furniture dealer. Established in 1981, we are a 2nd generation, family-owned company looking for the ideal candidate to join our team.

Our clients range from local businesses to some of the largest companies on the globe with projects ranging from a single office to a fully furnished new building.

Project Designers work closely with the sales team and clients on commercial interior design, space planning and programming, selecting commercial office products and curation of world-class spaces for our clients.

• Work with salesperson and/or client to determine purpose and function of environment, budget, scope of project, time schedules, types of furniture and equipment to be installed, and other factors which affect planning interior environments.
• Advise salesperson and/or client on interior design factors such as space planning, layout and utilization of furnishings and equipment, color schemes, color coordination and codes according to local governing jurisdictions.
• Provide schematic design and design development drawings.
• Coordinate design intent with architectural, mechanical and electrical plans.
• Build final validation packets for sign-off from client.
• Create installation drawings and core plans for installation and project management.
• Maintain project files and time sheets on all work performed according to departmental guidelines.
• Attend all design/sales meetings and educational seminars as requested.
• Attend client meetings, both on-site and off-site as requested.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Required Education
• Bachelor’s degree with emphasis on interior design
• Required skills
• High level of product knowledge regarding commercial office furniture
• High level of independence – able to work with minimal supervision
• Thrive in a fast-paced work environment
• Have a positive attitude, a strong work ethic, and be self-motivated
• Working knowledge of accessibility codes
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Detail-oriented
• Exceptional customer service skills
• Preferred skills
• CIDQ certification or similar certification (WELL, LEED)
• Working knowledge of AUTOCAD, CET, Project Matrix
• Strong acumen with Microsoft office products