About Mason & Hanger, a Day & Zimmermann Company

Mason & Hanger, a Day & Zimmermann company, is dedicated to providing architectural and engineering (A/E) services specializing in the worldwide design of secure, mission-driven facilities. For nearly two centuries, Mason & Hanger has been a trusted partner of the U.S. Department of Defense (Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, National Guard - active and reserves), Department of Homeland Security, Department of State, Department of Energy, and other government agencies critical to the U.S. National Security Mission. Mason & Hanger has provided best-in-class architectural and engineering (A/E) services to the federal government on thousands of projects in 165 countries. Mason & Hanger has ranked nationally among the Top 15 A/E firms in Government Building Design.



We expect this position will be included in the recent federal Executive Order (EO) and subsequent guidance, requiring federal contractors and employers with more than 100 employees to implement a vaccine mandate; therefore, it is expected that anyone hired into this position will need to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 upon commencement of employment in accordance with the EO and any subsequent guidance, unless an accommodation is legally required.

Mason & Hanger is seeking an Interior Design Associate who will work under the supervision of a senior interior designer or architect, working on medium to large projects. Responsible for design and presentation drafting on interior design projects, including schematic design tasks and design development through construction documentation. Plans, designs, and furnishes interiors of commercial or industrial buildings. Formulates designs that are practical, aesthetic, and conducive to intended programmed purposes. Performs design and presentation drafting, plans/designs/furnishes interiors of various building types.



Locations(s): Lexington, KY

The work you'll be doing:

• Creating and editing drawings (CAD / BIM). Working on Construction Document (CD's) & FF&E packages.


• Assist with presentations, models, renderings, and proposals.


• Coordinate construction submittals, RFI's, contractor questions and issues.


• Develop technical knowledge of interior systems and products, order finish samples, maintaining product resource library, scheduling sales rep meetings.


• The main point of contact to clients for architecture department project responsibilities (meetings, conference calls, comment review/responses, etc.).


• Assist in cost estimating.


• Complying with data protection principles while handling personal, protected and / or Covered Defense Information on behalf of Day & Zimmermann. Data Handlers should be trained to follow documented policies, standard operating procedures and secure practices associated with protecting trusted employee and customer data.

What you need to bring to the table:

• Bachelors or Masters Degree in Interiors Design from a FIDER / CIDA accredited school.


• 0 - 4 years experience.


• Active pursuit of NCIDQ certification.


• Ability to obtain security clearance.


• Great attitude and team player


• Successful completion of the background screening process

The big picture - Top skills you should possess:

• Developing proficiency with drawing production software regularly used in department (AutoCAD, Revit, MicroStation).


• Developing knowledge of regularly used codes and standards within department.


• Develop ability to read and understand construction documents. Position is gaining understanding of the industry and developing ability to complete tasks successfully and with progressively less guidance. Developing understanding of design and construction process.


• Must build trusted relationships with department through maintaining ownership for assigned work and delivering efficient and high quality results. Expected to be a proactive learner, responsible to seek out support when needed, identify expectations, check own work output against quality expectations, and pursue opportunities to grow technical capabilities. Maintains professional humility and respect in partnership with all team members in pursuit of overall project success. Is expected to know their own technical limitations and proactively seek out support where needed.


• Be able to take direction and guidance from senior interior designers, architects and others within the company.
  
  Data privacy, information security and policy compliance

Must be able to perform the following physical and mental tasks:

• Visual acuity (e.g., needed to prepare and analyze data, to transcribe documents, to view a computer, to read, to inspect objects, to operate machinery


• The repetitive motion of any part of the body


• Capacity to think, concentrate and focus for long periods


• Ability to read complex documents in the English language


• Capacity to reason and make sound decisions


• Ability to write complex documents in the English language


• Capacity to express thoughts orally

What's in it for you?

Candidates that are hired will receive a competitive base salary, 401k, a comprehensive medical/dental/vision plan, parental leave and paid time off.

What Are You Waiting For? Apply Now! Recruiter: Brenda Preciado

Diversity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity

Day & Zimmermann is committed to maintaining an inclusive workforce, where employees are hired, retained, compensated and promoted based on their contributions to our Company. Our collective strength is rooted in over 110 years of diverse employees and businesses, commitment to success, and delivery on promises made. Federal and state Equal Employment Opportunity laws prohibit employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status and disability status. Day & Zimmermann is committed to providing an equal opportunity work environment in full compliance with these laws. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation in the application process, please email reasonableaccommodation@dayzim.com, and please specify which position you are interested in, including job title and location.