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University of Tennessee, Knoxville

Campus Interior Designer - Facilities Services - UTK

University of Tennessee, Knoxville, Knoxville, Tennessee, United States, 37955

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Overview

Campus Interior Designer plays a vital role in the planning, design, and coordination of functional and visually appealing interior spaces across the University of Tennessee, Knoxville (UTK). This role requires an experienced and creative professional with an understanding of interior design principles and practices, architecture, signage, wayfinding, and graphics. Responsible for the development, production, management, oversight, and coordination of interior design projects and efforts to include scopes, budgets, contracts, design, bidding, construction administration and compliance with codes and standards. Serves as an interior design liaison or point of contact for University campus customers, internal staff, architects, consultants, and/or vendors by representing Facilities Services in a positive and professional manner. Responsibilities

Prepare, create, and maintain Campus Standards for Interiors Lead coordination and review of interior design projects to ensure adherence to furniture, interior finish, code compliance, and environmental graphic design standards Manage interior projects from concept to completion, ensuring design intent, budget, and quality standards are met Review, coordinate, provide recommendations, and present to campus customers external contracted consultant documents for building finishes and furniture, fixtures, and equipment (FF&E) on capital projects Collaborate with Facilities Services units and campus customers; serve as UTK point of contact and liaison with external contracting firms for interior design services Work with FS Space Management to test-fit solutions, quantify space needs, and optimize existing spaces Partner with the UTK Office of Communications and Marketing to prepare, create, and maintain campus standards for signage, wayfinding, and graphics; assist campus customers with branding adherent to University guidelines Coordinate, monitor, and provide input for interior project schedules, budgets, and costs Select building finishes and FF&E for In-House Construction projects Coordinate with internal and external units to receive and distribute estimates and bids of project costs Responsible for FF&E procurement and purchases in accordance with state and applicable public bid laws Produce interior design drawings utilizing BIM, CAD, or related design software Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s Degree from a CIDA-accredited interior design program Experience: Minimum of three (3) years of experience in interior design Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: Knowledge of interior materials, manufacturers, vendors, codes, regulations, and procurement processes; problem solving to identify end-user requirements and deliver projects; ability to produce design drawings; ability to manage multiple projects; excellent interpersonal, collaboration, organizational, and presentation skills with a customer-focused mindset; proficiency in BIM, CAD, PDF editing, and Adobe Creative Suite Work Location

University of Tennessee – Knoxville, TN Campus This is an on-site position Compensation And Benefits

UT market range: MR11 Anticipated hiring range: $75,000 – $85,000 Find more information on the UT Market Range structure here Find more information on UT Benefits here About The College/Department/Division

UT Facilities Services is responsible for the care and keeping of more than 300 facilities and utilities systems in and around Knoxville. As the University of Tennessee Knoxville’s largest non-academic department, team members are responsible for facilities maintenance and repair, custodial needs, landscaping and lawncare, utility work, in-house and capital construction projects, facilities planning and design, environmental initiatives, pest control, campus event services, and facilities administration functions for both the flagship campus and the agricultural institute. About Us

The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, has shaped leaders, changemakers, and innovative thinkers since its founding in 1794. The university is home to more than 38,000 students and 10,000 statewide employees—the Volunteers—who uphold the university’s tradition of leadership and service. UT Knoxville offers over 900 programs of study across 14 degree-granting colleges and schools. It is Tennessee’s flagship land-grant university with a broad statewide footprint and strong research activity. The Knoxville campus serves the UT Knoxville community, including related institutes. The university emphasizes work-life balance, compensation, career development, and a diverse, inclusive environment. Seniority level

Mid-Senior level Employment type

Full-time Job function

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