One Workplace is hiring : Designer III in San Jose

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We are One Workplace. We believe that people with a purpose need great spaces to perform their best work. We think big but work small, innovate through relentless curiosity, and treat each other – and our clients – like family. Over the past 70 years, we haven’t forgotten who we are, and we’ve never stopped changing. From big city skyscrapers to the west coast's premier universities and medical facilities, we design insightful work spaces with the latest technology to provide our clients an environment that embodies their image and encourages success. Our drive and dedication to providing our clients with innovative spaces and solutions has helped us expand our footprint, and now it is time to expand our team.

One Workplace is committed to the development of empathetic leaders, diversification of talent and increased representation at every level of our business. We believe in cultivating a culture of inclusion and are dedicated to building and retaining teams through removing unnecessary barriers to employment and providing opportunities for career growth. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or veteran status.

Compensation range : $78,280.00 - $89,462.00

Benefits : 15 days of PTO

9 Paid holidays

Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance

401k + Employer Match

Wellness App with reimbursement of up to $500 / year

Profit Sharing

Position Summary

Location : San Jose CA, On-Site, Surrounding Bay Area

Shift : Day Shift, Monday - Friday

This is a career level design position that requires working both independently and collaboratively with internal and external partners to develop creative interior space solutions that meet customer needs. The position requires engaging with customers to gather project information (ticketing systems, meetings, data collection, observations), perform field verifications, space planning, furniture and material selections, product specification, and quality assurance. The Designer will be involved in design projects and related tasks from inception to final installation.

Responsibilities :

Analyze project information through various forms of communication.

Conduct product research and contact vendors for pricing and information.

Utilize existing ancillary furniture through warehouse inventory systems.

Collaborate with vendors and clients to gather project information and identify customer challenges.

Perform field measurements and inventory existing site products.

Specify furniture and finishes required per final layouts.

Produce and present design concepts to customers.

Generate, organize, and maintain CAD files.

Produce and revise furniture block plans, space plans, finish palettes, furniture specification, and installation drawings.

Curate artwork and decor selections. Style shelving onsite for installation as required per project.

Develop validation packages and spreadsheets.

Delegate and coordinate independently with Design support teams.

Estimate budgetary hours and manage and monitor project hours.

Prepare design budgets and design proposals.

Oversee individual tasks and duties as well as overall project results and outcomes.

Track and manage time entries daily.

Education / Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in Interior or Architectural Design. An Associate Art’s degree or equivalent from a two-year college will be considered, with at least 5 years related design experience. Council for Interior Design Accreditation (CIDA) or National Architecture Board (NAB) accreditation preferred. Prior experience with system furniture products is a plus. One or more professional certifications is encouraged : NCIDQ, CID, LEED AP, WELL AP, EDAC, 6 Sigma, PMI, etc.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities / Competencies

Acute attention to detail.

Composed and cool under pressure.

Ability to learn quickly when facing new problems.

Practices attentive listening.

Pursues tasks and projects with energy, drive, and a need to finish and overcome obstacles.

Picks up on the need to change personal, interpersonal, and managerial behavior quickly.

Uses logic to solve difficult problems.

Quickly learns new technical skills, software programs, applications, and industry knowledge.

Uses their time effectively, values the time of others, sets important priorities.

Plans and accurately scopes out length and difficulty of tasks and projects; sets objectives and goals.

Prioritizes and spends time on what is important, quickly zeros-in on critical elements.

Works for continual personal and professional improvement.

Approaches tasks, projects, teams, and customers with optimism, enthusiasm, and creativity.

Must be cooperative, with the ability to work with and learn from others.

Must believe in the ability of physical space to have a positive impact on the lives of others.

Must have self-awareness and be able to self-assess strengths and opportunities for growth.

Must possess a growth mindset and the ability to adopt new habits and behaviors.

Professional knowledge of commercial furniture products and systems furnishings.

Professional proficiency in a variety of software : AutoCAD, SketchUp, Microsoft Office, Google Suite, CET Designer, 20 / 20 CAP, Adobe

Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign encouraged.

Professional ability to apply Interior Design principles, to include texture, color, form, function, materiality balance, rhythm, repetition, proximity, symmetry, biophilia, cognition and perception.

Professional understanding of building codes, regulations, ADA.

Ability to apply commercial furniture products and systems furnishings.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast paced, deadline driven, ambiguous environment.

Ability to draw / sketch by hand.

Exceptional customer service skills with ability to provide solutions to client needs.

Complex reading and writing skills, basic math skills, judgment / decision making.

Physical Requirements

Seeing, color perception, hearing / listening, clear speech, hand and finger dexterity, and ability to move distances within and between warehouses / offices, ability to get to project sites.

Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time.

Judgement / decision making, analysis / comprehension.

Working Environment

Generally, works in an office environment with moderate noise. Nature of work may require time spent out of the office at client location or other One Workplace offices. Reliable access to transportation required. Periodically works outside and may work around moving objects, dust, and dirt.

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, we encourage you to apply with your resume today. We look forward to connecting!

Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level

Employment type Employment type Full-time

Job function Job function Design, Art / Creative, and Information Technology

Industries Design Services

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