Interior Designer/Space Planner

Aub Faculty Of Arts And Sciences - Cambridge, MA

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Cambridge, MA

About the position

The Interior Designer/Space Planner at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health is responsible for managing design projects and space planning for various facilities. This role involves collaborating with departments to identify space needs, overseeing the administration of space management systems, and ensuring compliance with university standards. The position requires a strong focus on project management, data analysis, and effective communication with stakeholders to support the school's mission of health research and education.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage design projects, including programming and conceptual test-fit layouts
• Assist with planning and design of office, laboratory, and classroom space
• Work proactively with departments to identify and anticipate space needs
• Collaborate with campus partners, architects, and consultants to meet project requirements
• Manage and update the space planning and management system (Centerstone)
• Oversee space management policies, guidelines, and standards
• Track and report space information and assess alternatives for space programming
• Validate data quality and integrate floor plans into the system
• Provide regular progress reports on portfolio metrics and existing space conditions
• Lead space inventory and furniture changes/requests
• Manage vendor relationships for furniture and finishes
• Support planning and scheduling of moves, renovations, or space changes
• Conduct research and analysis to produce strategic reports and presentations
• Evaluate new technologies related to space management and make recommendations

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of related experience
• Strong portfolio demonstrating successful completion of workplace design projects
• Experience with space management systems, particularly Centerstone
• Experience with AutoCAD, Revit, and Bluebeam
• Intermediate/advanced MS Excel skills
• In-depth knowledge of space information systems and space planning
• Strong communication, presentation, and relationship management skills
• Experience in interior design with a focus on research laboratory projects

Nice-to-haves

• Master's degree preferred
• Experience working at all levels of an organization
• Awareness of cultural and identity-based differences
• Knowledge of social justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Skills related to creating an inclusive environment

Benefits

• Paid Time Off: 3-4 weeks of vacation, 12 sick days, 12.5 holidays, 3 personal days, and up to 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Child and elder care resources, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs
• University-funded retirement plan with contributions from 5% to 15%
• Tuition Assistance Program and Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional Development programs and classes
• Commuting options including discounted parking and public transportation passes
• Access to Harvard facilities, discounts, and perks