What are the responsibilities and job description for the Contract Furniture - Technical Designer position at CI Group?
CI Group is seeking an experienced Contract Furniture - Technical Designer to support the development and execution of contract furniture projects. This position will translate design concepts into accurate furniture solutions while collaborating with clients, sales, project managers, manufacturers, and other stakeholders throughout the design, specification, quoting, and delivery process.
The Technical Designer will work independently on contracted projects and consult with the Lead Designer or Design Director on highly technical or complex projects and when working with unfamiliar products or applications.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and specify furniture solutions for workplace projects.
- Prepare accurate furniture plans, specifications, Bills of Materials, and supporting documentation.
- Support the design, specification, quoting, and delivery process.
- Collaborate with clients, sales teams, project managers, manufacturers, and other project stakeholders.
- Apply knowledge of contract furniture systems, materials, finishes, components, space planning, and furniture applications.
- Support projects involving binding contract requirements and the bidding process.
Qualifications
- 6-8 years of experience in a contract furniture dealership, with experience developing and specifying furniture solutions for workplace projects.
- Proficiency in contract furniture design and specification software, including CET, CAP, or comparable platforms.
- Strong knowledge of contract furniture systems, materials, finishes, and components.
- Understanding of corporate, institutional, and healthcare environments, including space planning and furniture applications.
- Knowledge of binding contract requirements and the bidding process.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat.
- Bachelor's degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or a related field. An associate degree or technical diploma may be considered with relevant commercial furniture dealer experience.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge of AutoCAD, Revit, and SketchUp.
- Experience specifying Teknion products or experience with other major contract furniture manufacturers.
Work Environment & Physical Demands
- Ability to perform the essential functions of the role, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Primarily office/showroom based, with periodic visits to customer sites or events.
- Prolonged sitting and computer work, including frequent keyboarding.
- Frequent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication.
- Occasional lifting and carrying of materials up to 10 pounds.
- Local travel and occasional evening or weekend work may be required.
CI Group is an equal opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable law.
Pay: $60,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Which contract furniture design/specification programs are you proficient in?
Experience:
- contract furniture dealership: 4 years (Preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Tampa, FL 33602
Salary : $60,000 - $80,000