G|M Business Interiors is southern California’s premier dealer for Miller Knoll furniture. We specialize in office furniture planning, specification, procurement, project management, delivery, installation, reconfiguration, and complete asset management. With our history dating back to 1944, G|M’s success continues because of our team of dedicated and professional employees, who embrace passion for excellent furniture design, operational proficiency and most importantly, delighted customers!
As an ESOP company, G|M Business Interiors is proudly employee-owned. Our employee-owners share in the company's success and are committed to collaboration, accountability, and delivering exceptional results for our clients. Every G|M team member makes an impact, contributes to a legacy of excellence, and builds long-term value through employee ownership.
ROLE SUMMARY
The Healthcare Designer works both independently and collaboratively with internal and external partners to develop creative clinical interior space solutions to meet customer needs. They provide our internal team the tools, documents, and resources necessary to successfully gather and present project design concepts and quotes. This includes space planning, furniture and material selections, product specification, construction submittal documents (OSHPD) and installation documentation, on site field verification and plumbing/electrical/backing coordination.
COMPENSATION
$26 - $38 per hour, depending on education and experience. Monthly bonus plan, paid time off, health insurance benefits, a 401(k) plan, and an employee stock ownership plan are also available for eligible team members.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
- Understand and interpret the design needs and desires of the client and create effective, accurate designs.
- Regularly meet with client representatives, A&D, GC, HCIQ & G|M Account Executive.
- Research and learn every aspect of the assigned projects.
- Take detailed notes to gain a clear understanding of all the project requirements.
- Learn/implement and communicate OSHPD/HCAI requirements of each project.
- Apply design practices and knowledge of building codes, regulations and ADA requirements.
- Communicate effectively with assigned project contacts (Client/Architect/Equipment Planners/GC).
- Perform site walks and communicate with onsite contractors.
- Complete field verifications (Plumbing/Electrical/Backing/Field Dims).
- Generate OSHPD/HCAI submittal documents.
- Generate project specification using CAP 2020 software.
- Create 2D, 3D & CET Designer rendered drawings.
- Create clear and easy to understand installation packages.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design or related field.
- At least 3 years of previous experience as a Designer (Healthcare is a plus).
- Proficient with AutoDesk (AutoCAD/Revit), Bluebeam, CET Designer, and Microsoft Office programs.
- Knowledge of healthcare furniture systems, building codes, ADA and OSHPD.
- Proficient in construction document production.
- Self-motivated, self-learner with strong work ethic and sense of urgency.
- Outstanding verbal and written communication skills and listening skills.
- Excellent presentation and customer service skills.
- High degree of professionalism, honesty, ownership and integrity.
- Ability to be optimistic, enthusiastic, collaborative, and think creatively.
- Ability to visualize physical space to have a positive impact on the lives of others.
- Extremely detail-oriented with strong project management, follow up and organizational skills.
- Ability to perform successfully under pressure and effectively meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to multi-task, adapt to changes and create alternate solutions.
- Ability to sit for long periods of time and lift up to 20 pounds.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Regularly works both in and out of the office with others, face to face, over the phone and through email. The nature of work requires occasional time spent out at project sites and client offices; reliable transportation required. Project sites may present dusty/dirty conditions with loud noise, moving objects and other hazards; PPE and compliance with safety rules is required.
COMMON HEALTHCARE FURNITURE SYSTEMS
Mora Casework / Commend / Compass / Ethospace / CoStruc / Action Office / Intent / Nemschoff / Canvas / Tables
TYPES OF PROJECTS
Hospitals / Medical Office Building / Clinic / Lab / Pharmacy / Urgent Care
This description provides information about the general nature and level of work performed by team members assigned to this classification. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. A team member may be required to perform duties outside of normal responsibilities from time to time and at any time, as needed.
G|M Business Interiors is an Equal Opportunity Employer.