Dealer Designer - Healthcare

THE ROLE

We believe in the power of diversity and the power of teamwork. We need both collaboration and individual responsibility to organize effectively around our customer's problems.

This role provides strategic, creative and technical design support and is is accountable for effectively and efficiently executing design projects to successful completion including scope of work definition, meeting the client’s business goals & objectives, project timeline development, strategic product application development, specification and specification checking in partnership with Sales.

WHAT DO WE OFFER

We offer competitive health benefits, wellness and healthcare spending accounts, and a holiday package that includes the week between Christmas and New Year’s off. You’ll also be getting in as we grow so growth opportunities abound if you exhibit the knowledge, expertise, and passion to grow with the organization.

This is a full-time permanent position, working out of our impeccably designed and furnished office. You’ll mostly work from 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, with irregular or extended hours as projects demand. We offer a hybrid model of working from home, the office, and the rest of the time will be on-site with clients.

THE DAY TO DAY

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

 Review/define scope of work related to new projects

 Attend client planning meetings; or get briefed by Sales person or Project Manager on critical meeting information (may present plans and information to client for review and approvals)

 Review site, conduct field measurements, and plan-to-site adherence checks

 Inventory existing product; produce as-built drawings/specifications

 Conduct in-depth programming, interview customers/end users, research workplace requirements, analyze space/furniture needs

 Develop and present block and space plans; gain customer approval

 Develop finished working drawing for specification and installation; validate plans against construction, electrical engineering, and A&D drawing sets; gain customer approval

 Develop product specifications; submit projects to design partner for double-check

 Double check specifications against plans; get specification order-entry ready; procure sales sign-off and double check of specifications against plans

 Continuous learning to ensure we are the knowledge experts on all new products/applications

 May be responsible for local Color, Materials and Finish Library (CMF)

 Assist in the writing and presentation of design proposals and contracts to customers

 Maintain detailed and extensive project documentation, including records of all key decisions, phone conversations, approvals and sign-offs, and notes form all project planning meetings (original copies to be scanned into project folder)

 Communicate regularly with Sales regarding design project status

 Maintain and improve drawing standards and efficiencies

 Adhere to departmental processes – Drawing standards, saving conventions, folder structure, continuous learning etc. 

 Engage in team calls and chat groups to ensure we are sharing best practices

 Collaborating and coordinating client drawings with Sales, Account Managers and/or design colleagues 

 Coordinate project details with Sales, Consultants, A+D, Engineers and Contractors as required

 Conduct/attend pre-installation meetings with COI Project Management and Installation Coordinator/Lead

 Responsible to ensure you are up to date on all Company Policies and Procedures

 Design process training with local Senior designer(s) and/or Training Manager

 Herman Miller on-line product training- both healthcare and corporate applications

 CET Designer – On demand courses 

 Periodically accompany installation crews to site installations for on-hand training

 Continuous learning through on demand courses and live webinars

YOU BRING THE FOLLOWING

 BFA, BA or BS in Interior Design, Architecture and/or equivalent education and experience (e.g. Architectural Technologist). 

 Prior experience with architectural drafting, interior design, and CAD required. 

 Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills. Professional attitude with the ability to work under pressure.

 Strong knowledge of interior design/architectural field and current practices

 Understanding of healthcare environment issues (cleaning regulations, ergonomics, technology integration, power requirements etc.)

 Working knowledge of company’s contract furniture lines, including features/benefits, pricing, application and assembly, specification options and nomenclature, etc.

 Working knowledge of Local and National building codes, ADA (Barrier Free) regulations, etc.

 Understanding of contract furniture processes, including order preparation, project management, order management, and delivery/installation 

 Keen design eye with the ability to translate a 2D plan into 3D renderings and/or Virtual Reality walkthroughs

 Must be proficient in all programs listed below and remain current with periodical upgrading/training

o Microsoft Office- outlook, word, excel and Teams

o AutoCAD 2019 

o 20-20 Cap Studio is a Plus

ABOUT US

Contemporary Office Interiors (COI) is a privately-owned MillerKnoll Certified Dealer, DIRTT Certified Construction Partner, Architectural Walls and Commercial Flooring provider. We have offices in Vancouver, Edmonton, Winnipeg, Toronto and a head office in Calgary. We prioritize people, productivity and value to create more than a place to work— we create a space to succeed.

We're proud of our half-century legacy as a company. Our talented people have brought us to where we are today. COI is and has been honoured to have a passionate team that's committed to creating exceptional spaces that inspire you to be your best.

We believe in the power of diversity and the power of teamwork. We need both collaboration and individual responsibility to organize effectively around our customer's problems.

Please apply directly to this posting. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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