Interior Designer; Limited-Term

Interior Designer (Limited-Term)

Position Summary:

This incumbent provides interior design support to the UGA campus community and the Office of the University Architects for Facilities Planning. The role supports the Senior Project Manager Interior Designer to lead UGA’s interior design activities and meet stewardship responsibilities for design excellence, campus image, appropriateness, comfort & durability. The position involves effective client relations management and will work with OUA Project Managers, external design professionals, and UGA stakeholders on interior finish and furniture selection for a variety of project types including residence halls, classrooms, research laboratories, libraries, office spaces, recreation, and varsity sports.

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent and 2 years of professional experience
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and MS Applications (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite programs
• Proficiency with Sketch‑Up or similar modeling and rendering programs
• Familiarity with Blue Beam Revu software
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and result orientation
• Excellent oral, written, and graphic communication skills
• Effective client relations management; ability to work with diverse stakeholders
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Demonstrated customer service ability
• Experience or knowledge in managing construction projects
• Ability to develop, maintain, and analyze programmatic space/utilization data

• Knowledge of furniture sourcing and vendor resources
• Basic knowledge of ADA and sustainability principles
• Willingness to learn new software and processes
• Experience in designing interior finishes for facilities such as laboratories, libraries, and sports complexes

• Knowledge of furniture sourcing, vendor resources, and statewide contracts for FF&E
• Basic knowledge of ADA and sustainability
• Excellent oral, written, and graphic communication skills
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail and results orientation
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and MS Applications (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Proficiency in all Adobe Creative Suite programs
• Willingness to learn new software technology and processes
• Proficiency with Sketch‑Up or other similar modeling and rendering programs
• Familiarity with Blue Beam Revu software
• Effective client relations management; ability to work with various stakeholders and design professionals
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to exercise sound judgment and make good decisions
• Demonstrated ability to provide high level of customer service
• Experience or knowledge in managing construction projects
• Ability to develop, maintain, and analyze programmatic space/utilization data

• Stoop and bend easily
• Maneuver in tight spaces
• Sit at a computer for long periods of time
• Lift heavy objects
• Driving as needed to perform job duties

Salary: $55,000.00+ commensurate with experience. Eligible for full‑time benefits, including health insurance, retirement plan, and paid time off per university policy.

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status, or other protected status.

Recruitment Contact:
Jessica Owens –
JEArent Owens – 706‑542‑7356