GWS Facilities Int Designer 540

Johnson Controls is a world-class employer where ingenuity and excellence are welcome. As a diversified, industrial growth company, we have achieved increased sales for 61 consecutive years. And we do everything possible to value, challenge and reward our employees. Our people enjoy working for a successful company that offers leadership development from within, a commitment to diversity and inclusion, competitive salaries and benefits – and more. At Johnson Controls, you’ll be challenged to innovate and encouraged to apply your talent and knowledge. And you will be well-rewarded for delivering results.A U.S. Fortune 70 company, Johnson Controls is a global leader in creating smart environments, and bringing ingenuity to the places where people live, work and travel. We design and produce automotive interiors that help make the driving experience more comfortable, safe and enjoyable. Products and services from Johnson Controls also enhance the comfort, safety and energy-efficiency of buildings. We also are the world’s leading supplier of batteries used in automobiles, including conventional cars and trucks, as well as hybrid-electric vehicles. Johnson Controls has been recognized consistently as one of the world’s best-managed companies. Editors at Forbes magazine recently had this to say about our company: “Johnson Controls’ growth and profitability qualify it squarely for our list of the best-managed companies in the United States.”The global Johnson Controls community includes more than 140,000 employees in 75 countries and six continents. Enabling our people to develop, succeed and excel – and ensuring their health, safety and well-being – are critically important to us. We value teamwork, integrity and diversity. And we welcome anyone who shares our commitment to ingenuity and excellence.EOE/AA EmployerFacilities Interior Designer Provide professional, productive and cost effective interior design solutions for interior workspaces to support Corporate, Battery and Building Efficiency in Milwaukee and the Field. Plan, design, and furnish interior work environments. Identify, research, and creatively solve problems relating to the function and quality of the interior work environment. Participate as member of a project team, which includes Project Manager, consultants, and other in-house staff.  PRINCIPAL DUTIES Space PlanningWork with customers, (Department Heads, Managers, Division Unit Managers) to collect interior design program information for planning purposes. Work with project team to develop preliminary design drawings and budget information. Select furniture finishes according to program information and approved standards.  Advise customers on interior design factors, such as space planning, layout and utilization of furnishings and equipment, and finish coordination, and refine as required. Obtain necessary project approvals. May be required to assist with writing Appropriation Requests.Interfaces with Project Manager and Portfolio Manager in early stages of lease negotiation to validate space requirements. Furniture and Finish SpecificationsPrepares furniture specification listing and installation documents as required for the projects. Coordinate delivery and installation schedules. Provide information as appropriate to other JCI service departments, (Telecommunications, IT, and Operations) as required. Authorize payment of invoices and resolve any problems with orders/installations. Update record drawings and project files as required. Coordinate completion of finish schedule with Project Manager, specify interior finishes and prepare finish packages for presentation. Coordinate completion of projects and update finish manual for operations staff when appropriate. Identify and obtain new resources for design library and update existing resources as required. Maintain on-going dialog with manufacturer’s representatives to insure best possible solutions and product pricing. Provide design alternatives as a means to control project costs, improve performance and efficiency, and adhere to budgetary requirements. Stay abreast of new developments in the field of architectural interiors for workspace environments. Perform other duties and projects as assigned.Minimum of Bachelor’s Degree in Interior Design or equivalent, plus two to three years related work experience, preferably as a corporate facilities designer. Experience with panel systems furniture a must. Autocad, CAP, and Archibus experience highly recommended. Requirements to work within strict budgetary constraints and minimal time frames demand skillful planning and coordination skills.