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Lead Systems Furniture Installer/Mover

Silver Spring, MD
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The Building People delivers integrated solutions that connect technology, buildings, and people to optimize real estate performance, facility operations, and workforce outcomes. With over 450 contracts delivered across 187 project locations, we manage more than 1,700 facilities and support $38.5B in federal and commercial assets. Leveraging AI-driven automation, data analytics, and platform-agnostic systems, we create high-performing, future-ready environments that reduce cost, improve efficiency, and enable mission success. Founded in 2012, we now have over 450 employees supporting 23 federal agencies—making us a trusted leader in delivering technology-infused building solutions across the public sector.

The Building People is committed to fostering a workplace where every employee can thrive. Using tools like the Predictive Index, we thoughtfully align individual strengths with team needs -ensuring the right fit, the right role, and long-term success.

Our culture is rooted in integrity, innovation, and service. Through our growing philanthropy program, we support communities by focusing on gratitude, giving back, partnerships, and mentorship.

Our Market Offerings Include:

  • Real Estate & Workplace
  • Facilities Management
  • Facilities Operations & Maintenance
  • Project Management & Engineering
  • Workforce Transformation & Organizational Design
  • Mission Support
  • Smart Buildings & Energy Efficiency
  • Technology Solutions

Join our rapidly growing team and help shape the future of real estate, facilities, and community impact.

 

Job Description
Please note that this position is for an upcoming position. We are, however, accepting applications for this anticipated need. If you are interested in joining The Building People, we encourage you to APPLY TODAY! 
 
The Lead Systems Furniture Installer/Mover is responsible for leading furniture installation, reconfiguration, repair, inventory management, and relocation projects. This role serves as the primary point of contact for furniture installation activities, ensuring projects are completed efficiently, safely, and in accordance with workplace standards and project requirements. The Lead Installer coordinates with Space Planners, project stakeholders, and installation teams to support furniture moves, renovations, and workspace reconfigurations

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead furniture installation, reconfiguration, and repair projects.
  • Interpret furniture installation drawings and specifications.
  • Coordinate installation schedules, punch lists, and project execution.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for installation contractors and project teams.
  • Manage furniture staging areas and installation inventory.
  • Provide quality control oversight for furniture installation projects.
  • Coordinate workstation key and lock installation, removal, replacement, and inventory management.
  • Support office moves, relocations, and workspace reconfigurations.
  • Ensure proper disposal, recycling, repurposing, and buy-back activities for excess furniture.
  • Work closely with Space Planners and end users to ensure accurate installations.
  • Retrieve furniture products and verify material availability before installations.
  • Train and guide junior installers during project execution.
  • Maintain a safe work environment and ensure proper material handling procedures are followed
  
Notice $50,000-$58,000 Skills & Requirements
 
Minimum Qualifications:
  • Extensive experience installing, reconfiguring, and repairing modular office furniture systems.
  • Expert knowledge of Herman Miller Action Office Two (AO2) and Canvas product lines.
  • Expert knowledge of Allsteel Strive and Steelcase Answers furniture systems.
  • Experience with KI Genius systems and Steelcase demountable glass wall partitions.
  • Furniture repair experience.
  • Warehouse and inventory management experience related to systems furniture.
  • Experience moving furniture, office equipment, boxes, and crates.
  • Demonstrated project leadership experience, including planning and execution of installation projects.
  • Strong customer service and communication skills.
  • Knowledge of proper storage, handling, and workplace safety procedures.
Qualifications

*Salary offered will be commensurate with the candidate's experience, qualifications, and certifications.

*Our positions may require a background screening and clearance directly from the Government.

*Please note that telework arrangements are subject to change based on customer requirements.

 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Competitive benefits for eligible employees include: 

  • Medical & Rx
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Life Insurance/AD&D
  • Long Term Disability and Short-Term Disability
  • Paid Time Off
  • Holiday Pay

All positions require a background check after acceptance of our offer. The selected candidate will be eligible to begin employment before the background check has been finalized.  However, continued employment will be contingent upon the results of your reference/background check from The Building People, LLC.  Your position may require special credentialing, clearance, and access as a condition of employment.  In the event the government or client does not sponsor or approve your clearance, it may result in termination of your employment.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at reasonableaccomodation@thebuildingpeople.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.

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