What are the responsibilities and job description for the Designer position at Alfred Williams?
Job Details
Job Location
Columbia Showroom - Columbia, SC
Position Type
Full Time
Education Level
4 Year Degree
Travel Percentage
Some Travel
Job Shift
Job Category
Design Description
To further build and develop our furniture planning team, Alfred Williams & Company is looking for anInterior Designer.Responsibilities and skillset requirements include : Personal and Interpersonal SkillsSelf-starter who is highly motivated, flexible, and able to multi-taskWorks well in a cross-functional team environment, exhibiting exceptional communication skillsAble to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines on multiple projects simultaneously
Responsibilities and Technical SkillsSkilled and efficient in input of furniture layouts and space plans into AutoCAD via CAP and CETExperience with pricing and discounting commercial furniture to produce client proposalsProficient in the use of software such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat ProfessionalDevelopment of color and material presentations, both electronic and physicalCommunicate with vendors to determine pricing, discounts, etc.Set up and maintain project files per design and company standardsField verification and measurement of site conditionsExperience in space planning, typical development, and systems furniture layoutCompile detailed inventory of existing product (stored or on-site) & record information with minimal assistanceDevelopment of installation drawingsBasic understanding of Building Codes, ADA requirements, and Electrical / Data requirements applied to a projectCheck all drawings and specifications for 100% accuracyAssist to define the scope of a project, assess customer needs and program design applicationsActive and thoughtful participation in client interactions and programming sessions
Qualifications
Experience and EducationGraduate of a four-year program or equivalent work experience with a two-year degree with a bachelor's / associate degree in interior design.A minimum two-year practical experience in commercial furniture design and planning, preferred.