Description

Description of Duties and Tasks

Plans, designs, and implements reconfiguration and minor remodeling projects; researches and evaluates options for furniture, fixtures, and equipment (FF&E) for use throughout the district's facilities.
Oversees the selection, acquisition, and installation of FF&E in major construction projects.
Coordinates FF&E needs of department with department heads and/or other department personnel, outside contracting firms, consultants, and design professionals; coordinates staff moves.
Defines project scope, establishes schedules, negotiates contracts following Austin Community College (ACC) guidelines, prepares project budget, monitors purchases, and reviews distribution of funds on single projects as well as multiple concurrent projects.
Develops recommendations, maintains, and assists in enforcement of design and system FF&E standards for the district's facilities.
Assists with drafting tasks in the department.
Oversees the installation of goods and services.
Files and tracks warranty claims, repairs, and modifications of existing and surplus furniture.
Assists in the development of operating budgets for the department and capital budgets for capital improvement programs.
Serves or chairs various committees in the college.

Requirements

Required Work Experience

Two years related work experience.
 

Preferred Work Experience

Six to eight years of Interior or Architectural design with at least four years focused on contract furnishings.
 

Required Education

Bachelor's degree.
 

Preferred Education

Bachelor's degree in Interior Design, Interior Architecture, Architecture, Construction Management, or related design field from an accredited school.
 

Special Requirements

Licensed as Interior Designer or Architect in the State of Texas (Preferred).
 

Other Preferred Qualifications

Comprehensive knowledge of design process, systems furniture, educational furniture, and construction documentation.

Physical Requirements

Work is performed in a standard office or similar environment.
Subject to standing, walking, sitting, bending, reaching, pushing, and pulling.
Occasional lifting of objects up to 10 pounds.