Interior Designer

Position Overview

Interior Designer under the Temporary Professional Staffing Services contract with the Department of Veterans Affairs at Long Beach Veterans Affairs Healthcare System (LBVAHCS). The position is on-site, 40 hours per week, 8 hours per day, based at 5901 E. 7th Street, Long Beach, CA 90822. The role supports the Medical and Engineering Department across Capital Development, Projects & Construction, Business Management, and Maintenance & Operations sections, reporting to the respective Section Supervisor.

• Develop interior design solutions for healthcare and administrative spaces across major projects.
• Prepare detailed AutoCAD drawings, plans, sketches, and visual design presentations.
• Analyze architectural drawings and create FF&E layouts aligned with building codes.
• Interpret and review plans for compliance with VA standards and specifications.
• Produce procurement packages including scopes of work, specifications, budgets, and cost estimates.
• Manage procurement processes, vendor coordination, and delivery and installation schedules.
• Maintain design documentation, resource libraries, and project records for construction projects.
• Oversee installation activities, direct crews, and resolve punch list items.
• Coordinate with stakeholders and manage activation project schedules and communications.
• Assess operations, recommend improvements, and support transition and move‑in planning.

• Authorization to permanently work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Bachelor’s degree or 8–10 years of professional interior design experience.
• Familiarity with Patient‑Centered Care culture in healthcare.
• Ability to review and interpret blueprints and specifications.
• Skill in free‑form drawing and drawing to scale on site.
• Certification in Project Management, Evidenced‑Based Design, or Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (or equivalent).
• Expertise in the selection, specification, procurement, and placement of furnishings.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Effective written and verbal communication with contractors, management, vendors, Contract Officers, and Long Beach staff.

• National Council for Interior Design Qualification.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Project and Revit (beneficial but not required).

Independent contractors receive a comprehensive benefits package including health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work‑life programs. Contractors working at least 20 hours per week on a regular basis are eligible to participate.

Terrestris is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.