Junior Interior Designer
City Mobile Group, Los Angeles, CA, United States
US Junior Interior Designer (Federal Government – VA)
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs | Engineering Service Planning Section
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented
Junior Interior Designer
to support the Major Projects Activation and Interior Design Team. This role plays a key part in supporting large-scale healthcare and federal facility design, activation, and space planning initiatives that directly impact Veterans care environments.
Position Purpose
The Junior Interior Designer works under the guidance of the VA Interior Designer and contracted design team to independently plan and execute assigned tasks in support of major construction and activation projects. Responsibilities include space planning, FF&E coordination, procurement package development, and project activation support from design through installation. This role is critical in ensuring that project objectives, timelines, and deliverables are met across complex, multi-stakeholder federal healthcare environments.
Key Responsibilities: Interior Design & Project Support
Develop interior design solutions for a wide range of healthcare and administrative spaces including:
Patient exam and treatment rooms
Offices, conference rooms, waiting areas, lobbies
Break rooms, cafés, storage, and support spaces
Assist with major project activations, space planning, and facility moves
Prepare AutoCAD drawings including FF&E plans, layouts, and visual presentations
Interpret architectural drawings and ensure alignment with VA standards (TIL, ABAAS, ICC, NFPA, OSHA)
Key Responsibilities: FF&E & Procurement
Develop procurement packages including:
Statements of Work (SOW)
Technical specifications
Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCE)
Drawings, bid sheets, schedules, and budgets
Coordinate furniture, fixtures, and equipment selection, ordering, delivery, and installation
Track vendor progress and manage activation schedules and financial logs
Support installation oversight and ensure project completion through punch list resolution
Key Responsibilities: Activation & Facility Coordination
Support full activation planning for new or renovated facilities
Coordinate logistics including furniture installation, signage, artwork, equipment, and supplies
Assist with move planning, staff transitions, and operational readiness
Develop and maintain project schedules, meeting documentation, and reporting tools
Key Responsibilities: Communication & Stakeholder Coordination
Collaborate with Contracting, Logistics, EMS, OI&T, Material Management, vendors, and end users
Participate in multidisciplinary planning and coordination meetings
Document meeting outcomes, design decisions, and action items
Support workflow planning including patient, staff, and visitor flow considerations
Assist in identifying operational gaps, adjacencies, and transition needs
Qualifications & Experience
Knowledge of
patient-centered care environments
preferred
Ability to interpret architectural drawings, blueprints, and specifications
Strong skills in scaled drawing and site measurement
Proficiency in:
AutoCAD (required)
Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) (required)
Microsoft Project and Revit (preferred)
Strong communication skills (written and verbal) with contractors, vendors, and government stakeholders
Familiarity with healthcare design standards and federal facility requirements
Preferred Certifications
NCIDQ (National Council for Interior Design Qualification)
PMP (Project Management Professional)
EDAC (Evidence-Based Design Accreditation and Certification)
LEED Accreditation
Why Join the VA
Work on high-impact federal healthcare projects supporting Veterans
Structured career progression within federal design and engineering services
Competitive federal salary (GS pay scale with locality adjustments)
Excellent benefits including retirement (FERS), TSP match, and job stability
Opportunity to contribute to mission-driven healthcare environments
Location
Los Angeles, CA (Federal facility-based role)
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U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs | Engineering Service Planning Section
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented
Junior Interior Designer
to support the Major Projects Activation and Interior Design Team. This role plays a key part in supporting large-scale healthcare and federal facility design, activation, and space planning initiatives that directly impact Veterans care environments.
Position Purpose
The Junior Interior Designer works under the guidance of the VA Interior Designer and contracted design team to independently plan and execute assigned tasks in support of major construction and activation projects. Responsibilities include space planning, FF&E coordination, procurement package development, and project activation support from design through installation. This role is critical in ensuring that project objectives, timelines, and deliverables are met across complex, multi-stakeholder federal healthcare environments.
Key Responsibilities: Interior Design & Project Support
Develop interior design solutions for a wide range of healthcare and administrative spaces including:
Patient exam and treatment rooms
Offices, conference rooms, waiting areas, lobbies
Break rooms, cafés, storage, and support spaces
Assist with major project activations, space planning, and facility moves
Prepare AutoCAD drawings including FF&E plans, layouts, and visual presentations
Interpret architectural drawings and ensure alignment with VA standards (TIL, ABAAS, ICC, NFPA, OSHA)
Key Responsibilities: FF&E & Procurement
Develop procurement packages including:
Statements of Work (SOW)
Technical specifications
Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCE)
Drawings, bid sheets, schedules, and budgets
Coordinate furniture, fixtures, and equipment selection, ordering, delivery, and installation
Track vendor progress and manage activation schedules and financial logs
Support installation oversight and ensure project completion through punch list resolution
Key Responsibilities: Activation & Facility Coordination
Support full activation planning for new or renovated facilities
Coordinate logistics including furniture installation, signage, artwork, equipment, and supplies
Assist with move planning, staff transitions, and operational readiness
Develop and maintain project schedules, meeting documentation, and reporting tools
Key Responsibilities: Communication & Stakeholder Coordination
Collaborate with Contracting, Logistics, EMS, OI&T, Material Management, vendors, and end users
Participate in multidisciplinary planning and coordination meetings
Document meeting outcomes, design decisions, and action items
Support workflow planning including patient, staff, and visitor flow considerations
Assist in identifying operational gaps, adjacencies, and transition needs
Qualifications & Experience
Knowledge of
patient-centered care environments
preferred
Ability to interpret architectural drawings, blueprints, and specifications
Strong skills in scaled drawing and site measurement
Proficiency in:
AutoCAD (required)
Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) (required)
Microsoft Project and Revit (preferred)
Strong communication skills (written and verbal) with contractors, vendors, and government stakeholders
Familiarity with healthcare design standards and federal facility requirements
Preferred Certifications
NCIDQ (National Council for Interior Design Qualification)
PMP (Project Management Professional)
EDAC (Evidence-Based Design Accreditation and Certification)
LEED Accreditation
Why Join the VA
Work on high-impact federal healthcare projects supporting Veterans
Structured career progression within federal design and engineering services
Competitive federal salary (GS pay scale with locality adjustments)
Excellent benefits including retirement (FERS), TSP match, and job stability
Opportunity to contribute to mission-driven healthcare environments
Location
Los Angeles, CA (Federal facility-based role)
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