Senior Designer

PURPOSE 

At HB Workplaces, we believe that great spaces lead to great outcomes, and that we accomplish more when we love the spaces we are in. As a MillerKnoll Certified Dealer, we transform everyday spaces into thriving workplaces using the industry’s best furniture. We are so much more than a furniture dealer – we are consultants, strategists, and design collaborators bringing customers' vision and goals into focus. We believe that workplaces should support communities of people – creating, innovating, experiencing, connecting, and thriving.  

SUMMARY  

As a Commercial Furniture Senior Designer, you work on projects of all sizes and complexities helping to create exceptional workplace environments. You play a key role in project success, working closely with clients, A&D designers, and HB Account Managers to identify and fulfill programming needs. Utilizing the MillerKnoll family of brands you select, specify and space plan furniture layouts that harmonize with the interior design of the environment. You lead the design portion of projects by evaluating client needs, formulating design concepts then presenting your proposed layouts and furniture selections to the client. Once the design is finalized, you create complete and accurate drawings and specifications that follow HB Workplaces design process and our cycle of service. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES   

• Complete any size commercial furniture projects start to finish 

• Create and develop furniture layouts utilizing commercial workplace strategies 

• Evaluate client needs and determine the scope of services required through in-person or virtual meetings with the Account Manager and client 

• Partner with Account Manager to complete detailed inventories and accurate field measures 

• Select products based on proper application then generate furniture layouts, typicals and budget estimates 

• Follow building, fire & ADA codes as they relate to furniture  

• Present to client in person and virtually using CET 

• Determine the color, material and finish palette for all products 

• Produce complete drawings using AutoCAD and CET 

• Create accurate furniture specifications using current price books, planning guides and client standards 

• Request furniture specials, vendor quotes and COMs as needed 

• Finalize and generate all necessary drawings and project documents required for installation 

• Complete project closeouts, correct punch issues, and update master drawings 
• Maintain project status in Microsoft Planner 

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES  

• Stay current with vendor pricing, product launches and updates as well as discontinued and restricted items from MillerKnoll and other key furniture vendors 

• Mentor others to navigate large/complex projects until adequate skills are gained for them to work independently 

• Maintain a low history of errors and high spec accuracy scores 

• Complete Key Performance Indicators and participate in a yearly performance review 

• Fulfill MillerKnoll Dealer Certification requirements as assigned 

• Participate in vendor presentations and optional DEI activities and IIDA events 

• Attend design meetings, design training events and sales/project management meetings as needed 

• Attend 1-on-1 sessions with Design Leaders and bring questions, career development, or HR concerns to them 

• Perform other duties or special projects assigned  

KNOWLEDGE 

• Strong working knowledge of MillerKnoll family of brands 

• Able to curate solutions from an expansive product portfolio: furniture systems, ancillary, accessories 

• Understand how electrical and cabling work within the furniture system and connect to the building 

• Understand building systems, building codes, and ADA as they relate to furniture and commercial interiors  

• Possess a high level of graphic presentation skills 

• Strong communicator and able to present designs in internal and external meetings 

• Robust mentoring skills and ability to lead, train, and direct the work of others 

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE  

• Professional experience and a BFA, BA or BS in interior design, architecture and planning from an accredited college or equivalent combination of education and industry experience; including a proven track record of leading projects 

• At least 5 years of Commercial Furniture Dealership experience  

• NCIDQ, WELL, and/or LEED certifications valued 

• Demonstrated skill using 2D/3D software, proficient in CET Designer, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Suite 

• Knowledge of visualization tools such as Enscape, Sketchup, Twin Motion a plus 

VALUE-BASED COMPETENCIES  

• Integrity: Demonstrates integrity in actions and acts as a role model for ethical behavior within the team. 

• Promotes Community: Builds strong relationships with clients and other team members by facilitating collaboration and positive work culture. 

• Creative: Develops cohesive design concepts that reflect client needs. Incorporates innovative design elements while maintaining practicality.  

• Prioritizes Wellness: Helps clients understand value of supporting employee wellness in their workplace. 

• Embrace Diversity: Supports inclusive design through furniture choices and layouts.  

• Sustainable Thinking: Presents designs utilizing durable products that are sustainably made.    

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

Our offices demonstrate the power of great design. Best in class workstation, meeting room, collaboration, and individual focused spaces that provide employees with options to work where they want allowing them to do their best work.  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS  

While performing job duties, must regularly speak with others and listen. Frequently required to sit. Use hands, for example on a computer keyboard. Occasionally required to stand. Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 lbs. Must be able to have specific vision capabilities such as close vision, color vision, perception, and ability to adjust focus.  

Some travel for project work or training is required. Some site visits for inventory and field measures are required.