Designer/Product Application Specialist

Description

Please make an application promptly if you are a good match for this role due to high levels of interest.

About Empire Office

Company is the largest commercial furniture dealer in the world, with over 78 years of experience and more than 425 full-time employees across the country.

We are the preeminent Steelcase dealer in the United States and support a list of more than 500 manufacturers. We partner with best-in-class architects, designers, brokers, craftsmen, and manufacturers to deliver proven workspace solutions.

With creative and cost-effective results, we address business challenges and activate brands.

Overview

Company is currently seeking a Designer / Product Application Specialist in our Hollywood, FL office to join our team. This position will hold responsibilities to provide Design services to dealership customers including : programming, space planning, development of typicals, color boards, existing furniture inventory, digital presentations, and complete furniture specifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Create drawings and specifications in CET (ex : Typicals, Furniture plans, 3D Renderings)
• Revise drawings and specs when required
• Prepare installation drawings and supporting documents
• Consistent updates to Director of Design
• Work closely with dealership sales and sales admins to ensure accurate plans and specifications
• Assist with Finish selection and create digital and physical sample boards
• Spec Check other team members work as needed
• Meet with clients, in person or virtually, to understand the clients' objectives, desires, and design within their allocated budget
• Identify areas that need field verification and coordinate actual dimensions with final plan
• Inventory existing product; incorporate in furniture plans and specifications
• Maintenance of internal reporting systems (i.e. time sheets, tracking design time, project files)
• Follow Empire Office Design department guidelines and standards for deliverables and filing of projects.
• Adhere to deadlines of key deliverables
• Attend Industry events as necessary
• Continuing education related to product updates and industry trends, including but not limited to : consulting spec guides, price lists and assembly instructions, attending regular trainings and updates offered by manufacturers, and visiting installations.

Skills & Qualifications

• At least 5 years of dealership experience in commercial contract furniture industry preferred
• Bachelor's Degree in Interior Design, Architecture or related field
• Proficient in CET, Autocad, and Microsoft Office Suite
• Knowledge of contract furniture lines
• Working knowledge of applicable building codes, ADA regulations, National Electrical Code; National Fire Code, etc.
• Experience with Steelcase products a plus
• Must be comfortable visiting job sites to take basic field dimensions and furniture inventory
• Excellent creative thinking, problem solving skills, and attention to detail
• Proven organizational and follow-through skills
• Strong time management skills and ability to multi-task within a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with clients, manufacturers reps, and team members
• Strong presentation skills and must be comfortable attending meetings and interacting with customers, designers, architects, and contractors
• Works well in a team environment, and ability to work longer hours as needed to support team and meet customer expectations.

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