Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Insidesource DEI Statement

By nurturing a culture where everyone experiences a deep sense of belonging and equity of opportunity, we will uphold our vision to “unleash human and business potential.” We commit to being an anti-ism workplace and embedding diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout our business.

Job Summary

The Architectural Products Designer serves as Insidesource’s subject matter expert on architectural products, partnering closely with New Business Development, Sales, and Project Management teams to deliver successful wall solutions. This role requires frequent collaboration with external partners—including Architects, Interior Designers, client Project Managers, General Contractors, subcontractors, and building owners—to ensure seamless project execution. The Designer will provide comprehensive design services to dealership customers, working in tandem with sales, order entry, and installation teams to produce accurate plans and specifications. Operating with minimal supervision, this position manages larger, more complex design assignments, exercising a high degree of initiative, independent judgment, and technical expertise.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Use CET software to create wall layouts for commercial projects from initial budgetary development to specifications, shop drawings and final installation plans
• Work independently on the development of original designs or adaptations requiring specialized experience
• Support the Insidesource sales teams in their efforts to win demountable wall business by being a technical resource in conversations with end users, Designers and General Contractors
• Work with account teams to develop a clear understanding of what is required for each project
• Provide team feedback on specification concerns and product application issues
• Provide an estimate of design hours required for specified scope of work
• Collaborate with internal designers for seamless integration of furniture and architectural projects
• Review shop drawings from vendors to insure correct integration within project space and adherence to design intent prior to client review and approval
• Audit projects and review all production drawings and information for accuracy
• Perform specification checking and assist with audits for projects within the department
• Attend product presentation meetings as a representative of Insidesource
• Attend client planning meetings, present plans and information to customers for review and approvals
• Obtain detailed information on project phasing to ensure that product arrives as required
• Communicate regularly to customer and dealership regarding project status
• Perform on-site architectural field verifications and update wall plans as necessary
• Manage changes and revisions
• Maintain project documentation, including records of all key decisions, phone conversations, approvals and signoffs, and notes from all project planning meetings
• Prepare installation drawings for field personnel
• Follow all formats for graphic standards as provided by the design team
• Stay current with manufacturer’s products and specifications
• Participate in on-going process improvement and training as directed by the Architectural Products Manager

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None

Skills, Knowledge, Experience Required

• A team player attitude
• Ability to work with all types of individuals in a professional manner with excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to speak intelligently on the company, the product, and the services
• General knowledge of commercial construction and scheduling
• Working knowledge of applicable building codes, ADA regulations, National Electrical Code, etc.
• Ability to read/interpret construction documents, bids and specifications
• Ability to add and subtract fractions
• Ability to communicate successfully with General Contractors, Design Firms and Project Management firms to drive projects
• Ability to manage projects, hold project meetings and present information clearly to the client
• Ability to analyze, interpret and prioritize a large scope of information with attention to detail
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and manage workload to achieve project deliverables and deadlines
• Ability to effectively communicate workload capacity and personal needs related to the job function to the Design Manager and Leadership Team
• Exceptional Customer Service skills with a passion to provide solutions to client needs
• Professional technical design experience (preferably at dealer level)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Experience with AutoCAD and Revit software required
• Experience with CET software preferred, or willingness to learn quickly

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