Sr. Designer - Hospitality

Description

• Oversees schematic land and site planning drawings with graphic content to convey ideas, methodologies and approaches for marketing and proposal requests
• Travel may be required
• Coordinates with consultants, contractors, fabricators, furniture dealers and regulatory agencies to meet overall project objectives; manages project details with consulting design or engineering firms
• Leads design effort and client presentations to develop and support client relationships
• Leads and collaborates in team meetings to discuss project issues, technical issues and coordination with other disciplines
• Establishes the vision and sets project goals in conjunction with the client and project team
• Develops creative design concepts for projects and expands on concepts of others
• Manages conflict effectively and encourages a healthy team environment
• Resolves complex design issues with innovative and practical solutions to maintain goals and objectives of projects
• Works with respective teams to manage client expectations, team communication and consultant coordination
• Guides and directs multiple project teams to manage the development of design throughout design development and implementation documents
• Oversees delivery of complete project design presentation to client user group or public forum
• Manages design solutions based on industry standard construction techniques and engineering principals
• Oversees product research and directs project designers with materials and systems evaluation to make proper selections
• Acts as lead designer on multiple projects developing conceptual design, presentations and implementation documents
• Oversees the development of and may modify and/or review graphic presentations, 3D rendering and implementation documents to incorporate the design intent

Requirements

• Architectural registration strongly preferred
• Ability to effectively meet deadlines at expected quality
• Typically 10+ years of experience
• Successful track record with managing a team and performing duties in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to communicate in a clear, concise and professional manner both verbally and in writing
• Proficiency in architectural software such as 3D modeling (including Rhino and Grasshopper, 3D Studio MAX, etc.) and AutoCAD preferred
• Ability to collaborate and encourage collaboration in a team environment
• Ability to maintain existing client relationships and build new client relationships
• Strong presentation skills and graphic and visualization skills to communicate design ideas
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work on multiple projects at the same time
• Accredited professional degree in Architecture, Interior Design or related field
• Sustainable design accreditation preferred
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite preferred
• Exercises skills of persuasion and negotiation on critical issues
• Proficiency in Revit preferred
• Strong knowledge of sustainability and integrated design guidelines
• Experience with the entire project lifecycle, through post-occupancy
• Knowledge of the appropriate use of building systems, materials and technologies
• Ability to problem solve and apply innovative solutions
• Knowledge of architectural building systems, applicable codes and regulations
• Experience with Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign graphic software preferred

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance