Job Description
Job Description
Senior Interior Designer
BB&E is a full service civil and environmental engineering and consulting firm, headquartered in Northville, Michigan, which services both the Federal and Industrial sectors throughout the United States. BB&E team members provide Environmental Consulting, Facilities Engineering and Program / Project Management Services to Federal and private sectors.
Position Summary
BB&E is seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Senior Interior Designer to join our team, supporting facilities design and construction projects for NAVFAC Mid-Atlantic on-site at Naval Station Norfolk, VA.
Job Duties & Responsibilities
- Provide independent, timely and professional specialized interior design support, services and consultation for the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of facilities for the Navy, Marine Corps, and other Supported Commands, including minor works projects, specific projects, special projects, military construction (MILCON), demolition, maintenance, space utilization and facilities development
- Participate in conferences with project stakeholders and collaborates with engineering and architectural disciplines to ensure system coordination and integration with specific project requirements
- Provide a broad range of interior design services to all activities and tenants; this includes many customer activities with varied missions, dispersed over a sizable geographical region with numerous facility types, ranging from administrative and housing facilities to very complex industrial and operational facilities and equipment
- Create innovative interior designs of new facilities as well as the maintenance and repair of existing facilities; such services are complicated and intensified by the following factors : aging and obsolete facilities; customer activity mission changes; and variable funding sources among the customer activities
Key Qualifications
U.S. Citizenship and the ability to obtain / maintain a NACI / CAC is requiredCertification : National Council for Interior Design Qualification (NCIDQ) certification is requiredKnowledgeKnowledge, as demonstrated by recent relevant experience, to prepare interior designs that meet functional and aesthetic requirements, and produce final working drawings for facilities, such as multi-story office buildings, operational facilities, personnel support facilities, industrial type shops, housing, and other facilities normally found on military installations is required
Knowledge of interior design concepts, principles, and practices applicable to the full range of duties concerned with the design, layout, and construction of facilities is requiredAbility to supplement standard practices and adapt techniques to solve a wide variety of technical issues is requiredAbility to apply innovative theories and state of the art methods to technical principles, practices, and problems not resolvable through conventional methods is requiredKnowledge of related engineering disciplines (i.e., architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, civil, and fire protection) to assure that areas of overlapping responsibilities receive proper design consideration and that total project objectives are met.Ability to produce results of analysis in writing and the ability to consolidate the findings of others and evaluate recommendations and facts; ability to make oral presentations of proposed designs and results of studiesKnowledge of budgeting, planning, and project management techniques, including the ability to coordinate the work of others and motivate and lead individuals of a variety of backgroundsKnowledge of and full compliance with Safety Policy and Guidance and use of personal protective equipment (PPE)Strong Communication Skills : Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiencesSoftware : Proficiency using MS Office including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and database type software as well as SpecsIntact word processing software, and cost estimating software; proficiency in the use of computer aided design and drafting software and hardware used in the preparation and presentation of concept designs and the preparation of final working drawingsSelf-Starter : Highly motivated, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines autonomouslyExperience & Education
Experience : A minimum of 10 years of professional interior design code compliant facilities design experience for new construction, including renovation design experience, is requiredEducation : A minimum of a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree for interior design from an ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology) accredited college or university supplemented by significant work experience and / or research in commercial interior design, is requiredPhysical Requirements
Ability to stand / walk / climb / kneel / crouch and remain in a stationary position / sit at least 60% of the timeAbility to operate office equipment, including computer, copy machine, phone, etc.Ability to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects or controls; reach with hands and armsCapable of lifting up to 50 lbs.Ability to see details of objects that are less than a few feet awayAbility to understand the speech of another person, speak clearly so listeners can understand, and talk or hear both in person and by telephoneAbility to work both indoor / outdoor (with exposure to the elements) and on rough terrain when necessaryPPE & Safety : Required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) as necessary; may encounter hazards or contaminants during work tasksCompensation, Benefits & Perks
Competitive compensation packagesParticipation in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan – BB&E is 100% employee-owned!Discretionary bonusMedical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with health care conciergeEmployer provided Short-Term & Long-Term disabilityEmployer provided Life insuranceEmployee options for supplemental life, supplemental accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and Identity theft protection benefitsGenerous PTO plus 11 paid holidaysTraditional & Roth 401(k) options with fully vested employer matchTuition reimbursement & professional developmentEmployee referral programFinancial wellness resourcesEmployee discountsEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Pet insurance discountApplies only to full-time employeesBB&E is an Equal Opportunity Employer and an Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
