Interior Designer

Interior Designer Major Duties: Developing project schedule to ensure the date of build-out will project expectations. Responsible for complex signage and wayfinding systems, building and room numbering systems, exterior signage and monument design, temporary signage systems and Braille requirements. Reviews best design considerations with maintenance and operations to ensure long range efficient, cost-effective equipment, finishes, lighting and mechanical systems are selected. Provides technical guidance and monitoring of the contractor's performance and authorizations to interior design issues. Conducts evaluations of interior design program for compliance with the Department of Veterans Affairs requirements, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards, Joint Commission standards and regulations regarding provisions for handicapped persons and signage packages in compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the VA Guidelines. Conducts or ensures required market research to initiate the procurement action utilizing the business targeted by the socioeconomic goal categories with special emphasis on service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses (SDVOSB), veteran-owned small businesses (VOSB), but also includes other small businesses, small disadvantaged businesses, 8(a) businesses, woman-owned small businesses, and HUBZone businesses. Act as a technical representative for design and finish specifications matters. Review Architect/Engineer submittals for compliance with VA regulations and facility design criteria and provides plans, consultation, advice, specifications, and designs for virtually all spaces involved in new construction and/or renovation. Influence design of new construction from conception through activation by an in-depth knowledge of use requirements and availability of furnishings to fulfill these requirements. Ensure appropriately designed color schemes are formulated for all renovation and new construction projects. Performs other duties as assigned.