Senior Interior Design Manager

Giularos Search Firm

San Francisco, CA

Vision , Medical , Dental , Paid Time Off , Retirement
Full-Time

Job Description

We are hiring for an AWESOME Senior Interior Designer - Project Manager!

We are looking for someone with a passion for design, and an eye for detail!

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

Partner with architects and in house design team to develop design and specifications for existing and new Hotel properties.
Develop design and specifications without team support for existing and new Hotel properties as necessary.
Create FF&E schedules and specifications with Design Spec Software or other software application as necessary.
Ensure contractors deliver a high-quality product to maintain Hotels standards.
Build and maintain professional relationships with internal team members and external vendors.
Observe and communicate trends in the hospitality market.
Assist in the development and realization of projects, start to finish. Start with inception of idea and/or scope through completion of design, and includes construction administration (CA) as needed till successful installation and construction.
Coordinate and oversee the project life cycle hotel related projects, including PIP and CAPEX projects.
Manage projects from conception through construction and completion.
Develop and deliver presentations and documentation including concept, schematic design, design development, and construction documentation.
Develop and manage design schedule for prompt deliverables and successful achievement of milestone dates (example: concept design, schematic design, design development, construction documentation, completion of model room design, issuance of FF&E schedule and specification for procurement, FF&E installation, etc.)
Understands the importance of milestone dates and such commitments to internal team members, external entities, and brand entities.
Develop construction plans, assist in evaluating and selecting architectural, construction and engineering contractors/consultants and coordinate the work of the project and designs teams, as well as the numerous contractors who contribute to facilities projects.
Oversee the architectural design and construction efforts. Management to include bidding, contracting, cost management, schedule management, and deliverables.
Review proposals and solicitations and coordinate with field personnel during pre-construction phase.
Conduct site inspections to ensure conformance to design specifications,building codes, and other applicable jurisdictional/statutory requirements.
Review contractor performance for conformance to contract and authorize invoices for payment.
Identify and flag any non-conforming and/or incomplete work so that such amount may be properly withheld from payment. Review flagged items with relevant team members.
Manage workflow, oversee the completion of activities and communicate progress to stakeholders.
Advise on bid tender for vendors and large purchases of materials. Attain vendor pricing, lead time, and special terms and conditions for model room and production quantity; and share such findings with internal team members
Coordinate with Procurement departments for budgeting and purchasing of FFE and materials.
Experience with scope writing and RFPs.
Interpreting associated design documentation requirements for subcontractors and contractors, responding to RFIs, handling redline construction and millwork documents.
Review documents to ensure they follow all local, state, federal and jurisdictional regulatory codes.
Ensures that specifications contribute towards LEED certification requirements as necessary
Performing construction administration and generating punch list for contractors. Conducting pre and post opening analysis of materials and making required fixes.
Mentor and train other internal team members as necessary.
Collaborate with other internal team members for successful deliverables and work oversight, sometimes as design lead and other times as design support as necessary.
Prompt response to phone calls, e-mails, and texts.
To attend property and/or project visits to conduct meetings, inspections, surveys, measurements, and photo documentation as necessary.

WHAT WE NEED:

10 years of experience in design and space planning for interior or construction projects.
Must have hotel experience
Bachelors Degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or related field.
Must have knowledge of systems furniture specifications, building codes and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements.
Exceptional attention detail.
A fearlessness about getting your hands dirty literally and figuratively.
Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, 3D Modeling Programs: Revit, Sketchup, Auto CAD experience preferred.
General understanding of construction industry best practices, building & ADA codes.
Comprehensive knowledge of hospitality design standards and an understanding of hospitality operations.
Proven organizational abilities and attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple projects across various phases.
Strong experience in management and coordination of FF&E specification deliverables/implementation and available vendor/fabricators.
Strong experience in management and implementation of a design concept in a team environment through completion that is on schedule and meets budget and design intent.
Ability to read design plans and blueprints, and create presentation boards.
Proven ability to manage and design projects within budgetary constraints.
Proven ability to manage design deliverables on schedule.
Must have strong verbal and written communication skills and excellent customer service skills.
Must be willing to travel and flexible with working hours/days at all locations.