Interior Designer

We are currently seeking a highly motivated Interior Designer to join our team of professionals in our Gainesville, GA office. The Interior Designer will have a diverse range of project types, including: Commercial Interiors, Healthcare, Higher Education, Hospitality, Mixed- Use, and Senior Living.

Responsibilities:

• Space planning - create floor plans, elevations, 3-D drawings, working with commercial furniture (systems and freestanding)
• Work with clients through all project phases including FF&E, specifications, finish and material selections
• Understand building systems and construction standards
• Understands applicable code and regulatory requirements for project type
• Comprehensive knowledge of the design process
• Produce installation drawings
• Work with multiple salespeople on multiple projects simultaneously
• Create price quotes for the furniture included in the plans
• Work with our manufacturing team to ensure that furniture is accurately specified and correctly produced
• With minimal direction, can lead in the design and specification of multiple projects while adhering to project schedules, budgets and deadlines

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Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Interior Design or related field
• Experience in the contract/education furniture industry and corporate/commercial interiors preferred
• Proficiency in AutoCAD is required. Knowledge of CET Designer, 2020 Giza, Project Workspace/Spec or other 3D software experience is preferred
• Excellent Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) as well as Google Docs and Sheets
• 5 years minimum design experience preferably in commercial interiors is preferred
• Mid-level design skills such as creating floor plans and color consultation
• Ability to work closely with peers in a professional environment
• Excellent communication skills (active listening, verbal and written communication)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent follow-up skills are required
• Must be extremely organized, focused on details, and accurate
• Starting pay will be based on qualifications and experience

Founded in 1979 and based in Gainesville, Georgia, McGarity’s Business Products has been serving Northeast Georgia as a family business for over 40 years. McGarity’s has the provision of outstanding customer service at the core of our business philosophy. We seek to build relationships with our customers by anticipating and meeting their needs and going the extra mile whenever necessary. The entire McGarity’s Business Products team strives to consistently deliver a quality product at a competitive price. Operating from a 40,000 square foot facility which includes a large warehouse and distribution center, McGarity’s is proud to be an authorized seller for some of the best brands in the business, including Haworth, Hon, OFS, Kimball, National, and Global. McGarity's has been listed as a Top 20 Furniture Dealer in the Atlanta area by the Atlanta Business Chronicle since 2012.