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Akima

Federal contractor delivering facilities, IT, logistics

Interior Designer

Interior DesignConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeHerndon, VA, USA$90k - $110k

About the Job

Requirements

  • A degree in Interior Design.
  • Mid-level experience in interior design.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of systems furniture, workplace solutions, furniture procurement, interiors accessibility guidelines, and space-use requirements.
  • Advanced skill in Autodesk CAD and Revit to produce CAFM-ready design sets, evacuation and wayfinding plans, furniture-tagged plans, and furniture schedules.
  • Experience with project management and technical proficiency in Microsoft applications, especially Excel; Microsoft PowerPoint and Microsoft Teams are also used extensively.
  • A portfolio showcasing CAD proficiency, Revit use, and space-planning experience is required.
  • Technical knowledge and proficiency in design software and tools such as AutoCAD, SketchUp, Revit, or other industry-standard software.
  • Strong design skills and spatial-arrangement judgment.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills to present design concepts and interact with clients and stakeholders.
  • High attention to detail to ensure accuracy and quality in design work.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to address design challenges and issues.
  • Strong project management skills to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team and collaborate with other design professionals.
  • Strong client focus and the ability to understand and meet client needs and preferences.

Responsibilities

  • Attend meetings with stakeholders and project managers for space-planning efforts to understand project requirements and furniture needs.
  • Discuss project goals, timelines, and design needs with clients.
  • Develop preliminary test fits and propose plans that align with the client’s vision and project requirements.
  • Create presentations to visualize design ideas.
  • Plan and design interior-space layouts to ensure efficient use of space and functionality.
  • Create floor plans, elevations, and detailed drawings using CAD and Revit design software.
  • Work with site points of contact and project managers to ensure power and data requirements are met in furniture layouts.
  • Design spaces using government BPA furniture vendors to meet design standards and project requirements.
  • Support procurement teams by preparing statements of work and furniture IGCE workbooks.
  • Coordinate with stakeholders, project managers, essential project personnel, and other professionals to integrate interior designs with overall project plans.
  • Work with the Federal Team Lead to oversee implementation of design plans and address issues that arise.
  • Help develop scopes of work and preliminary budgets for project funding requests.
  • Track furniture projects and help monitor weekly reports of funded project costs for fiscal contract management.
  • Ensure designs comply with program requirements, company standards, regulatory requirements, and accessibility standards.
  • Prepare and present design proposals using CAD/Revit paper-space visual presentations and PowerPoint.
  • Incorporate client feedback into final designs.
  • Maintain accurate project documentation, including drawings and project submittals and deliverables.
  • Prepare and update project files and submit weekly project reports.
  • Maintain accurate as-built drawings and update them as required.
  • Upscale drawings using industry-wide best practices and current design standards.

Desired Qualifications

  • Government experience is beneficial.

About the Company

Akima

Federal contractor delivering facilities, IT, logistics

Akima provides contracted, integrated services to the U.S. federal government across facilities, IT, logistics, protective services, systems engineering, mission support, FF&E, and construction. It delivers these offerings through multi-domain services that support government missions. As an Alaska Native-owned subsidiary of NANA, Akima combines mission outcomes for customers with long-term value creation for its parent and Iñupiat community. Its goal is to help customer missions succeed while sustaining value for NANA and its shareholders.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Colorado Springs, CO
Founded
1995

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