Facilities Designer
Bechtel
- Reston, VA
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Plans and coordinates detailed phases of the facilities office designs, construction, major moves, renovation activities, space allocation, furniture and equipment control and disbursement, requires significant judgement and experience.
- Assists with preparation of designs, layouts, detail drawings and specifications requiring the knowledge of architectural tools and techniques.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand space requirements, workflow processes and objectives.
- Conduct space evaluations and assessments to identify opportunities for improvement and optimization.
- Develop comprehensive facility plans, including layout designs, space allocations, and furniture equipment recommendations.
- Utilize CAD software to create detailed floor plans and conceptual drawings.
- Stay informed about industry trends and best practices in facility planning and design.
- Helps determine subcontractor and resource requirements for various facility projects.
- Helps coordinate all design and construction with office services staff, or suppliers and subcontractors.
- Identifies ways to help reduce costs and improve efficiency when planning facility projects.
- Supports colleagues in a range of facility duties such as relocating furniture, handling maintenance inquires and installing office signage/whiteboard/artwork.
- Assists with executing service contracts for the facility.
- Oversees multiple complex office services functions with minimal guidance and exercises discretion and independent judgement in performance and prioritization of assigned duties.
- Develops and implements new or improved systems and procedures.
- Coordinate and interface with the landlord and building engineers.
- Assist with emergency preparedness documentation and planning for the office.
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree and minimum of 6 years work experience in facility or office management, or 9-12 years of relevant work experience.
- Proficient in CAD and space planning software.
- Active accreditation as a Certified Facility Manager (CFM), certified BOMA Real Property Administrator, or equivalent.
- Demonstrated knowledge of industry standards, practices, and regulatory requirements related to facility management and office services.
- Ability to interface effectively in managing and administering contracts with suppliers, contractors, and key industry partners related to facility operations.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to work independently as needed without direct supervision.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills with demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with all organizational levels.