Designer

Job DetailsJob Location: WR Den Office - Denver, CO 80238Education Level: 4 Year DegreeSalary Range: $54,000.00 - $67,500.00 Salary/yearJob Category: Design Workplace Resource, creating experiences by design, is seeking an experienced Designer to join their team! WHAT WE DO Workplace Resource is a trusted partner for innovative interior design solutions. We offer a curated selection of exclusive and high-quality brands, backed by industry expertise and insights. Our commitment is simple: doing the right thing, the right way - always. From planning to installation, we deliver exceptional, sustainable outcomes and continuously improve processes to create positive experiences for our clients. THE OPPORTUNITY As a Designer, you will partner with the sales team to offer creative expertise in space and product solutions that support a customer’s business needs. A Designer is able to work on projects of increasing complexity. May be guided by and/or provide production assistance to a Senior Designer. They have applicable knowledge of Herman Miller/ Knoll products and good knowledge of ancillary product selection and specification. Solid application of Design processes and procedures.   WHAT YOU WILL DO Client Collaboration & Design Development Partner with Sales Representatives to establish client design requirements, project goals, and direction. Develop and present design solutions, including space plans, fabric/finish palettes, furniture specifications, and installation drawings. Facilitate live design sessions with clients, translating needs into effective floor plans while offering alternative solutions that meet budget and functional requirements. Obtain client approval through graphic design presentations and maintain excellent client service by understanding and addressing underlying business needs. Project Planning & Management Perform field measurements, product inventories, programming, specification verifications, and ancillary product research. Review and revise designs and specifications as required to meet project objectives. Manage project workloads of $1-5 million, ensuring deadlines are met while proactively assisting team members when capacity allows. Ensure designs comply with building codes and other regulations. Accurately quote design time and articulate the impact of additional requests on project schedules and costs. Technical Expertise Create specifications using CAP, AutoCAD, and CET tools. Gather information from vendors and utilize planning guides, price books, and tagging systems to ensure accurate specifications and documentation. Apply knowledge of Herman Miller/Knoll furniture systems, seating options, ancillary lines, and fabric vendors to deliver innovative solutions. Push the boundaries of standard product applications and explore creative options. Communication & Collaboration Present ideas effectively in formal and informal settings, ensuring clarity and mutual understanding. Keep managers and team members informed by sharing accurate and timely information verbally and in writing. Collaborate with clients, vendors, and team members to resolve problems, evaluate solutions, and maintain project consistency. Quality Control & Documentation Perform double-checks of project details for quality assurance and document revisions thoroughly. Adhere to design drawing and documentation standards, including electronic file naming and saving conventions. Update project records to reflect last-minute changes and maintain accurate documentation of all revisions. Performance & Continuous Improvement Demonstrate a high-performance ethic through constant self-improvement and successful behaviors. Transition efficiently between tasks, maintain focus on priorities, and meet cost and timeline goals. Seek guidance and training from senior designers and managers as needed. Administrative Responsibilities Enter time worked into the timesheet system weekly. Maintain up-to-date records and documentation for all assigned projects. WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO OUR ORGANIZATION Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or a related field from an accredited institution. 3-5 years of relevant dealer design experience preferred. Demonstrates technical credibility and professional proficiency, having depth of judgment, knowledge and technical skill important for the position. Proficient with working with a client/A&D firm to determine the client's needs and translate those needs into a floor plan; initiating creative ideas for alternative solutions, identifying the client's actual needs and giving them the best possible options. Adept in the design process to organize workflow. Demonstrates client focus by providing excellent service and satisfaction to both internal and external clients; understanding the client's business issues and/or seeks information about the real, underlying needs of the client beyond those initially expressed. Exhibits an understanding of a variety of office furniture systems and seating vocabulary as well as ancillary lines and fabric vendors. Proven to consistently and accurately apply design drawing and documentation standards. Successfully manages workload by being able to transition easily between tasks, responding quickly and efficiently to work requests, handling competing priorities and urgent situations, making sound decisions within short timeframes and taking appropriate action. Possess solid time management skills, being able to allocate time for planning and assigning priorities to tasks in an efficient manner. Able to effectively problem solve by identifying the existence and probable cause of a problem; brainstorm potential solutions and collaborate with key people involved in evaluating solutions to the problem. Effective communicator verbally and in written form, in both formal in informal situations as well as demonstrates the ability to listen well to others and clarify the message to ensure understanding. Demonstrates detail orientation and understands the importance of doing quality work and adhering to the standards to prevent errors. The Designer is proficient in the following technology applications: o Auto CAD o 20 - 20 CAP o CET WHAT OUR ORGANIZATION IS PROVIDING Expected salary pay range of $54,000-$67,500 based on experience. Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Paid Time Off Paid Holidays Employer paid Life, AD&D, and LTD Insurance 401(k) Retirement Plan HSA Annual company contribution Workplace Resource provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetics, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. In addition to federal law requirements, Workplace Resource complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Workplace Resource will not discriminate or retaliate against applicants for failing to disclose wage rate history in accordance with applicable law. Workplace Resource expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, marital status, disability or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Workplace Resource employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge. Qualifications