PADCOM Design and Construction Management ยท 9 hours ago
Interior Designer
Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$125K/yr - $138K/yr
8+ years expPADCOM Design and Construction Management is seeking an experienced Interior Designer to support the planning, design, and delivery of interior environments for schools across the District. This role focuses on space planning, furniture and equipment selection, and coordination with internal teams, consultants, and vendors to ensure safe, functional, and high-quality learning environments delivered on time and within budget.
ConstructionProject ManagementRisk Management
Responsibilities
Collaborate with clients, school staff, and Facilities teams to assess furniture, fixtures, and equipment needs and develop practical, cost-effective solutions
Develop space plans, interior architectural layouts, and select interior finishes, furnishings, and equipment in accordance with District and industry standards
Contribute to District design specifications, including interior finishes, electrical requirements, and furniture and equipment standards
Prepare detailed furniture and equipment specifications, scopes of work, and cost estimates for design and procurement teams
Review construction documents and conduct site visits to confirm designs meet safety, accessibility, code compliance, sustainability, and aesthetic requirements
Plan and lead meetings and site visits to review project needs, progress, and coordination issues
Advise school personnel and Facilities staff on furniture, equipment selection, procurement strategies, and interior layouts
Manage assigned projects by coordinating with staff responsible for logistics and procurement to ensure timely, on-budget delivery
Develop, schedule, coordinate, and track furniture and equipment orders from planning through delivery and installation
Consult with manufacturers and vendors on standard and custom products to achieve best value solutions for the District
Prepare reports, records, and maintain updated databases of furniture, equipment, manufacturers, and vendors
Create interior drawings, renderings, and visual materials for review and approval
Support school sites with furniture and equipment replacement needs
Perform other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Minimum of eight (8) years of full-time professional experience in interior design, including space planning, interior finishes, furniture, and equipment coordination
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in Interior Design, Architecture, or a related field; or Completion of at least 40 semester units in interior design or a related field plus two (2) additional years of qualifying professional experience
Strong foundation in interior design principles, space planning, and furniture and equipment specification (educational facilities preferred)
Working knowledge of building codes, ADA requirements, fire and life safety standards, and sustainability guidelines
Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings, plans, and specifications
Experience with project scheduling, budgeting, procurement, and coordination
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, AutoCAD, Revit, and Bluebeam
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, including the ability to present design concepts to diverse stakeholders
Ability to work collaboratively with Facilities staff, school administrators, consultants, and vendors
Ability to travel to project sites and District facilities as required
Preferred
Experience with public agencies or school construction and modernization projects
Company
PADCOM Design and Construction Management
PADCOM strengthens the delivery of complex capital programs from planning through construction, commissioning, and long-term operations.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase