Grant Leading Technology is seeking a self-motivated Intermediate Interior Designer candidate to join our dynamic team. The candidate will assist in requirements gathering, space planning, furniture and finishes of the interiors of commercial buildings. The successful candidate will work with clients to ensure deliverables fall within the applicable scope. He or she will coordinate with other departments to ensure all aspects of each project are compatible. We are looking for a creative and dedicated individual who will fit with our collaborative culture. If you enjoy working with other professionals who believe in creating innovative solutions to problems, we encourage you to apply. 
20% onsite time is REQUIRED

Responsibilities: 

• Review Design Intent Drawings (DIDs) and Construction drawings (CDs) 

• Develop concept plans and test-fits for medium to large renovations in commercial spaces utilizing AutoCAD 

• Develop 35% Design Intent Drawings (DIDs) 

• Apply ADA/ABAA standards to test fits 

• Lead space planning requirements gathering to determine clients’ needs 

• Provide space planning deliverables, such as concept plans, test-fits, and furniture and finish selections. 

• Participate in space planning design projects 

• Conduct site surveys, walk-throughs, and furniture punch list 

• Research concepts and materials to support design team on concept development 

• Work within timely schedules to coordinate the completion of tasks through to final project completion 

• Maintain client, vendor, and consultant relationships 

• Prepare deliverables for client presentation 

• Local travel to perform site survey including building and furniture survey (around 20%) 

• Overnight travel required (around 10%) 

Qualifications and Education Requirements: 

• Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in Interior Design or Architecture or Fine Arts required 
• Four to six (4-6) years of experience in commercial interior design furnishings, finishes, fixtures and equipment in various stages, from conception to completion 
• Proficiency in developing design concepts in AutoCAD 
• Demonstrate proficiency in applying ADA/ABAA standards to drawings (Egress, circulation, & clearances) 
• Experience required with InDesign or similar software 
• Capable of leading and gathering requirements during client calls 
• Ability to review, document comments for Drawing (DID) and Construction Drawing (CD) 
• Experience in working with furniture to develop forward thinking/collaborative environments
• Capable of leading and completing site surveys 
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite 
• Authorized to work in the United States with an ability to pass public trust clearance 
• Must live within a commutable distance of Washington DC

Preferred Skills: 

• Working with Herman Miller and/or MillerKnoll is a plus 
• Working with OFS is a plus 
• Experience working with Revit 
• Experience in Photoshop, Sketch-Up, or other design software
• Proficiency in developing 3D designs using 2020 CAP
• Proficiency in completing Design Intent Drawing (DID) and Construction Drawing (CD) 

Salary Range: $65,000 - $75,000

Grant Leading Technology (GLT) is a verified Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) government contracting firm. GLT provides expert knowledge and skills to deliver agile enterprise solutions and innovative technologies to our clients at the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), and other federal and state agencies. We possess exceptional capabilities including, but not limited to, project management, cyber security, construction management, design, and management technology. GLT has been recognized for three consecutive years by Inc. 5000 as one of the fastest-growing private companies in America.

Our employees are at the heart of GLT’s success. We value and fully embrace the diversity of individuals and ideas within our workforce. GLT provides a competitive compensation package with benefits that are immediately available. Our base healthcare plan is 100% employer paid and our 401k plan is immediately vested. We also offer paid time off, 11 federal holidays, short/long-term disability, 401k matching, and opportunities for professional development.

*Grant Leading Technology is an “equal opportunity employer”. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to those who are unable to utilize our online application system due to a disability. Please email recruiting@grantleadingtechnology.com with the subject line “Accommodation”

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