Designer

Job DetailsJob Location: Nashville Showroom - Nashville, TN 37204Position Type: Full TimeTravel Percentage: Some TravelJob Shift: DayJob Category: DesignAlfred Williams & Company is one of the largest MillerKnoll dealers in the country with a reputation for innovation, teamwork and a people-first culture. This is a great opportunity to be part of a talented and collaborative team that is passionate about creating meaningful workplace solutions. To further build and develop our furniture planning team, Alfred Williams & Company is looking for a Designer. Responsibilities and skillset requirements include: Personal and Interpersonal Skills Self-starter who is highly motivated, flexible and able to multi-task Works well in a cross-functional team environment, exhibiting exceptional communication skills Able to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines on multiple projects simultaneously Responsibilities and Technical Skills Skilled and efficient input of furniture layouts and space plans into AutoCAD via CAP and CET Experience with pricing and discounting commercial furniture to produce client proposals Development of color and material presentations, both electronic and physical Communicate with vendors to determine pricing, discounts, etc. Set up and maintain project files per design and company standards Field verification and measurement of site conditions Experience in space planning, typical development, and systems furniture layout Compile detailed inventory of existing product (stored or on-site) & record information with minimal assistance Development of installation drawings Basic understanding of Building Codes, ADA requirements, and Electrical/Data requirements applied to a project Check all drawings and specifications for 100% accuracy Assist to define the scope of a project, assess customer needs and program design applications Active and thoughtful participation in client interactions and programming sessions   Qualifications Graduate of a four-year program or equivalent work experience with a two-year degree with a bachelor's/associate degree in interior design, preferred. A minimum five-year practical experience in commercial furniture design and planning. Proficiency in CET Designer is required.  MillerKnoll product knowledge is strongly preferred. Proficient in the use of software such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat Professional