Project Designer, Interiors

Description

• Develop action plans to resolve project-related challenges
• Prepare and manage work plans, staffing projections, and fee structures for small and medium-sized projects
• Review and approve design changes in collaboration with the project design team and client
• Coach, mentor, and provide performance-enhancing feedback to team members
• Monitor and support collection of aged accounts payable for assigned projects
• Ensure compliance with HMC and client design standards and protocols
• Write RFPs and assist with negotiating contracts and fees with clients and consultants
• Ensure project adherence to client contracts, budgets, goals, and team-work assignments
• Review documents for code compliance and issue code interpretations across all project phases
• Review cost estimates and conduct value analysis to support budget alignment
• Support cost-saving measures and contribute to profitability through effective resource use
• Support the Senior Project Manager, Interiors and/or PIC with supervision and delegation of work
• Prepare complex plans, elevations, and details under supervisor guidance
• Prepare marketing proposals and develop interview materials; participate in interviews
• Estimate task hours and complete work within agreed-upon budgeted hours
• Review design and construction documents for quality, coordination, and deliverable requirements
• Guide project teams and consultants in the selection of appropriate materials and systems
• Oversee and resolve issues related to construction document preparation
• Manage project schedules, budgets, staffing, and billing processes
• Lead teams, plan workflows, and manage resources to meet project deliverables
• Coordinate with internal teams and consultants to resolve conflicts and discrepancies
• May supervise one to three employees
• Collaborate with architectural design/production staff and external vendors
• Prepare meeting minutes, instruction bulletins, change orders, RFI responses, and professional correspondence

Requirements

• Ability to correspond effectively with architects for CAD files and design directives
• Sound judgment with the ability to make timely, informed decisions and involve appropriate team members in the process
• Effective communication with agencies, consultants, and clients
• Ability to delegate tasks respectfully and appropriately
• Understanding of contractual liabilities, including fee calculations and scope alignment
• Self-motivated with a demonstrated ability to take on new responsibilities and challenges
• Active listening skills and professional communication style
• Ability to update design teams and clients on project status
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build productive and cooperative relationships
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to provide directions to staff, consultants, and vendors
• Strong time-management skills with the ability to set goals, prioritize tasks, and manage workload efficiently
• Professional, respectful communication and conduct at all times with clients and consultants
• Bachelor’s degree in architecture or interior design from an accredited university or equivalent proficiency, with a minimum of seven (7) years of architectural design experience

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance