The New Mexico Veterans Affairs Health Care System (NMVAHCS) is currently seeking an Interior Designer to join the Facilities Management Service, Interior Design Section. This role involves overseeing the planning, implementation, and ongoing management of the organization's Interior Design program.
The position requires coordination and collaboration with team members, external vendors, and stakeholders, serving as the primary point of contact and liaison for related activities.
Responsible for planning, implementing, and managing a comprehensive interior design program for a VA facility. Coordinate activities with staff, vendors, and contractors, serving as the liaison. Exercise independent judgment, interpretation, and application of VA, OSHA, TJC, NFPA, and local policies based on critical information from various sources.
Develop and execute designs from concept to installation for all spaces, including satellite facilities, to improve employee productivity, health, and safety. Provide technical expertise and ensure compliance with VA regulations and building codes. Manage finish specifications and furniture programs. Prepare procurement packages, supervise installations, and act as the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) for furniture and interior components.
Develop and maintain a 5-year furniture replacement plan. Coordinate interior improvement projects within budget, preparing detailed plans, space layouts, finish schedules, cost estimates, and presentations. Manage signage and wayfinding plans, ensuring compliance with VA standards, The Joint Commission, and ADA requirements. Evaluate signage effectiveness for patients, visitors, and staff.
Maintain professional relationships with design vendors and industry contacts to stay current on trends. Manage an interior design file system with drawings, specifications, budgets, and regulatory documentation. Advise the COR on project progress, approve materials, interpret contracts, and oversee site inspections. Respond to design requests and deficiencies, coordinate furniture moves, and facilitate construction project activations.
Collaborate on space planning, furniture layout, aesthetics, and code compliance. Communicate with upper management regarding design services. Coordinate with construction teams for painting, flooring, and lighting schedules. Participate in relevant committees and oversee contractor/vendor work to ensure timely, compliant, and functional interior environments. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 4:00pm Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Position Description/PD#: Interior Designer/PD12291O Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Approved Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education. Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/.
If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.
francisco.olmedo@va.gov · (562) 256-2012
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $75489 – $98141/yr.
Applications close on 2026-10-30.
This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.
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