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Designer- Furniture Dealer

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Chicago, IL

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$65,000–$80,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Architectural Design, Architectural Services, AutoCAD, Budget Management, Budgeting, Candidate Screening, Communication Skills, Community and Social Services, Competitive Analysis/Strategy, Customer Relations, Data Quality, Documentation, E Programming Language, Entrepreneurship, Federal Government, Financial Operations, Follow Through, Funding, Furniture, Furniture Design, Homeland Security, Installation Guide, Interior Design, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, Partner Sales, Pricing, Product Positioning, Program Planning, Project/Program Management, Requirements Management, Right-Sizing, Sales Presentation, Sales Strategy, SketchUp, Social Security Administration, Solution Sales, Team Building, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Time Management
LOCATION
Chicago, IL
POSTED
1 day ago
Position Overview

Now Hiring: Designer - Furniture Dealer

At: RIGHTSIZE FACILITY

Location: Downtown Chicago, IL
Reports To: Design Manager

Position Overview

We are seekinga high-performing Designer-Furniture Dealer to join our growing Chicago team. This is not a traditional studio design role, this is a fast-paced, client-facing, revenue-impacting position within a leading commercial furniture dealership environment.

Our designers are strategic partners to sales. They translate client needs into compelling, buildable, and budget-aligned workplace solutions. The ideal candidate is technically strong, highly organized, proactive in communication, and energized by delivering high-quality work. If you are someone who thrives in collaboration, owns your projects from concept to completion, and enjoys balancing creativity with precision and accountability, this role is for you.

What You'll Do
  • Client & Programming Leadership
    • Partner with Workplace Solutions Managers (Sales) to lead programming conversations and gather project requirements
    • Translate client goals into functional, future-ready workplace strategies
    • Validate programming data and align space planning solutions to budget, schedule, and business objectives
    • Attend client meetings, site walks, and job site reviews as needed
  • Space Planning & Design Execution
    • Develop responsive space plans that align with program requirements and architectural constraints or limitations
    • Produce 2D and 3D drawings using CET and related platforms
    • Research, evaluate, and specify furniture solutions that support design intent and performance criteria
    • Prepare finish palettes, furniture specifications, and product alternatives
    • Create visually compelling client presentation materials (PowerPoint, finish boards, budgets)
  • Specification & Documentation
    • Generate accurate specifications and pricing
    • Develop installation documentation to ensure alignment between design intent, Project Managers and vendors to support smooth installation
    • Participate in field verification and ensure compliance with approved plans when needed
  • Strategic Contribution
    • Contribute design insight to deal strategy and competitive positioning
    • Balance aesthetics, performance, and margin awareness
    • Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining high standards of quality
    • Act as a collaborative partner across Sales and Project Management
  • What It Takes to Be Elite in This Role
    • Strong commercial interiors acumen and understanding of commercial workplace environments
    • High technical proficiency in CET (strongly preferred), AutoCAD, SketchUp, Revit or similar tools
    • Confidence preparing client-ready presentations and budgets
    • Excellent organization and time management skills in a fast-paced dealership setting
    • Clear, proactive communication with internal and external stakeholders
    • Ability to shift quickly between conceptual thinking and detailed execution
    • Strong sense of ownership, accountability, and follow-through
    • Comfortable balancing creativity with financial and operational realities
What you will need
  • Degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or related field
  • 3+ years of commercial interiors experience preferred
  • Experience within a furniture dealership or similar environment strongly preferred
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word)
  • Knowledge of commercial furniture manufacturers and specification processes a plus
  • Familiarity with CET designer, Project Spec, CAP 2020 Worksheet strongly preferred
Why Join Us
  • Exposure to high-profile workplace projects across Chicago and North America
  • Collaborative, team-oriented culture
  • Opportunity to influence strategy, not just produce drawings
  • Growth path within a high-impact design organization
  • Fast-moving, entrepreneurial environment where design drives revenue
Benefits
  • Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
  • Retirement Plan
  • Paid Time Off, Holidays
  • Rapid Career Growth
  • Culture that cares, bring your furry friends to work, free snacks, annual outings
  • Make a difference, community service, donation matching

We are building a team of designers who operate with teamwork, speed, and impact. If you are ready to elevate your career within a dealership model where your design work directly influences outcomes, we would love to connect.

Equal Opportunity Employer

RIGHTSIZE FACILITY is an affiliate of Wurkwel Ventures and an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and inclusion and encourage all qualified candidates to apply regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability.

E-Verify:

RIGHTSIZE FACILITY is an affiliate of Wurkwel Ventures and participates in the federal government's E-Verify program, which confirms employment authorization of all newly hired employees and most existing employees through an electronic database maintained by the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security. For all new hires, the E-Verify process is completed in conjunction with the Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification on or before the first day of work. E-Verify is not used as a tool to pre-screen candidates. For up-to-date information on E-Verify, go to www.uscis.gov and click on 'E-Verify' located near the bottom of the page.

Posted Salary Range

USD $65,000.00 - USD $80,000.00 /Yr.

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