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Rusty Bucket, Columbus, OH, United States


Job Title: Interior Design Planner Department: Health System Shared Services | Space Planning

Scope of Position The Interior Design Planner position includes interior space planning & programming, suggesting, documenting space modifications, participating in construction project teams, understanding architectural drawings, navigating design reviews and submittals. This position incorporates managing relocations and move operations. Effective procurement strategies are created and implemented by the Planners. They create and apply standards for furniture and interior space. Solutions are produced in response to customers’ furniture, move, and renovation requests. The Planner coordinates furniture estimates and obtains the needed vendor input. The Planner must be proficient in communication and leadership skills, customer service, coordination of multiple projects, work in Computer Aided Design (CAD) technology, Project Management software (Trimble Unity Construct) and understand regulatory and ADA compliances.

Position Summary The Interior Design Planner participates in all aspects of OSUWMC interior facility planning, including design implementation, site visits, move coordination, and furniture installation. Activities involve programming, budgeting, conceptual design and furniture layouts, procurement, project management, vendor coordination, all move activities, furniture repair and warranty. The degree of involvement in any specific project varies within larger project teams of Senior Planners, Project Managers, Construction Managers, and others in the Shared Services arena.

The Interior Design Planner is responsible for the development of project scopes related to interior finishes and space, integrating interior furniture. Planners collaborate with vendors, project managers and contracted moving companies, monitor project budgets and timelines for their applicable portions of the work, review design documents and specifications, regulatory requirements, procurement timelines and critical path project schedules. They provide relocation coordination and understand disposal and move request items, helping to identify and prioritize alternates. Coordination and timely documentation of these and other relevant activities is expected.

Duties and Responsibilities The Planner partners with their customers when affirming budgets and developing concepts. They conduct needs assessments, evaluate customer requests, conduct site visits for assessing space, measuring, and assisting customers in setting priorities among potential modifications to remain within budget. Planner involvement is part of the planning process for new facility construction, major and minor renovations, and functional and aesthetic upgrades of existing spaces, primarily existing Health System Buildings and off‑site facilities of The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center.

The Planner facilitates effective communication strategies with their customers, making them aware of the design process and time requirements. Planners discuss best practices for work / academic / research and care environments (evidence‑based design), industry trends, OSUWMC standards, procurement approaches, timelines, compliance and code issues. They must learn continuously and ‘know their customers’. All plans are expected to enhance functionality and elevate aesthetic appearance.

The Planner works closely with architects and engineers, vendors and dealers, internal signage, art & environmental graphic team, and other branding professionals. They help ensure that needs and requirements are addressed within the University structure, the Construction Manager’s overall schedule, and the work plans of other disciplines on the project team, monitoring compliance with codes and standards.

The Planner assists internal facility planning and construction teams in policy and process improvements, being part of larger project teams and providing collaborative support, adding context to user communications relative to Medical Center / University standards. The Planner leads in warranty review processes and in the ongoing evaluation of standards, monitors vendor performance and seeks customer feedback, documenting project decisions.

Leadership and Vision The Planner helps maximize value on projects by focusing on outcomes beyond tasks, influencing planning and design direction. Their input focuses on ensuring facilities and destinations are easily understood by customers while meeting applicable regulatory standards. They create pleasing and safe environments of care, desirable work environments, bring forward industry research, seek user perspectives, and maintain budget sensitivity. Effective communication, accommodation of diversity, professional discipline and demeanor, problem solving, consensus building and conflict resolution are necessary. The Planner’s personal commitment to learning and professional growth is expected and encouraged.

Other Department Functions Planners cultivate and maintain networks with peers and other professionals within the University and Medical Center. They receive training and apply it on projects to support the larger team. Active and positive participation in regular departmental and project team meetings is expected. Planners may champion special tasks and work in a planning studio environment, maintaining respectful work habits and representing the University and Medical Center professionally. Other functions or duties may be assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Interior Space Planning, Interior Design, Architecture, Construction Design, or similar field, or equivalent business‑oriented education and experience.

2 years of relevant experience required; 2–4 years preferred.

Proficiency with Computer Aided Design software (AutoCAD, Revit) as well as Microsoft Word, Excel, Adobe, Autodesk Visualization tools and software, and Adobe Creative Suite software required.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.

Experience with PowerPoint, Photoshop, BlueBeam and Microsoft Project desired.

Demonstrated knowledge of regulatory codes applicable to clinical, office, and research environments highly desirable.

Experience managing multiple tasks or projects, sensitivity to facility operation costs, and overall creativity.

Experience in a multidisciplinary academic medical center, research environment, or complex organization desirable; track record of working in 24/7 clinical environments desirable.

Professional certification/registration preferred.

Ongoing

Meet mandatory education and health surveillance requirements; demonstrate competence in technical, interpersonal and cognitive skills required to meet essential job functions; familiar with NFPA, NEC, NFPA‑101, OBBC, JCAHO and other regulatory agency requirements for compliance; commitment to ongoing education expected.

Our Comprehensive Employee Benefits Include

An array of retirement plan options, each with a generous employer contribution.

Affordable health insurance options, including dental, vision and prescription coverage that begin on day one.

Paid vacation and sick leave, including short and long‑term disability and paid parental leave.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness program benefits.

And much more!

Location: Ackerman Rd, 660 (0242) Position Type: Regular Scheduled Hours: 40 Shift: First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post‑offer process.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.

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