Overview
Position :
SPACE PLANNER / JUNIOR DESIGNER
Hours :
Full-Time, 40 hours per week
Salary Range : $40,000 - $45,000
POSITION SUMMARY :
We're looking for an energetic and creative designer to join our dynamic team at Rieke Interiors, where we specialize in crafting custom furniture solutions. As a Space Planner / Junior Designer at Rieke Office Interiors, you will collaborate closely with our sales account managers to creatively and effectively meet clients' needs through both furniture and overall design considerations. Your responsibilities will include completing detailed drawings, creating quotes based on furniture specifications and new products, and presenting them all in a professional package for client approval. Projects range from simple chair orders to multi-million-dollar office designs, involving new spaces, reconfigurations, and everything from basic block plans to comprehensive design scopes.
Responsibilities
Working in a CAD environment to space plan furniture
Uses Microvellum to specify the Rieke Product
Specifies soft seating, accessories, and other commercial products
Attend meetings with account managers on a weekly basis to receive job information
Attend vendor meetings for continued knowledge / job growth
Attend production meetings as needed based on project scope
Turn in orders and verify all information is correct
Verify field measure paperwork to ensure furniture will fit correctly
Assist sales by selecting finishes (for soft seating, Rieke product) when required / asked
Coordinate custom job requirements with internal teams to ensure product is priced correctly
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree preferred; Associate's degree in interior architecture, interior design or related field
Experience with AutoCAD required
Proficiency in concept development, space planning, architectural drafting, and ideation sketching
Demonstrates a strong ability to transform ideas into functional and visually compelling designs
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Ability to utilize problem solving skills
Time and organizational management skills required
Knowledge of building codes, electrical codes and ADA requirements
Ability to communicate effectively both internally and with clients is required
What’s in it for you
A fun and energetic environment!
A company with Core Values :
Teamwork Respectful Reliable Responsive Can-Do Attitude
Competitive Pay, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Life & AD&D Insurance (company provided and supplemental), PTO, and a generous Paid Holiday schedule coupled with 'Holiday Jumpstart Days'.
Beautiful office setting that was designed by our own interior designers. Our team loves working in our building!
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Space Planner • Elgin, IL, United States