Corporate Interior Designer - Kessler Collection
Orlando, FL 32811
About the Job
AN INSPIRING CAREER AWAITS YOU!
The Kessler Collection is made up of 11 artful hotel and resort properties, 25 restaurants, and over 1,700 Grand Performers across seven states, we continue to grow and so will you! The opportunities are endless. Our mission of inspiring places, intuitive service, and exuberant guests means we are committed to our Grand Performers learning, development, and well-being.
We believe people want to be inspired!
Our Grand Performers Receive Many Benefits Including:
- Marriott Employee Discounts Worldwide
- Competitive Wage & Discretionary Bonus Program
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Company-Sponsored Life Insurance
- Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Pet Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- 401(K) with Discretionary Company Matching Contributions
- Employee Assistance Program
JOB SUMMARY
The overall objective and role of the Interior Designer is to work closely with other designers and architects on the project team to which they are assigned to design, document and execute the project from concept to completion. The Interior Designer may work independently or with the team to select and document interior finishes, furniture, accessories and fixtures. They will also collaborate closely with architects and interior architects to envision, design and document interior architectural documentation. This role is involved in all design phases of a project, starting at concept (C) schematic development (SD) design development (DD), construction documentation (CD) and though the construction administration (CA) phases of the project. The responsibilities will include task management related to FFE and interior design documentation milestones to reach the successful completion of the project. This role covers a range of project types including new development, renovation or other capital expenditure projects of varying scopes. It may also include interior design project management as needed. They are to provide the highest level of service in support of the mission, core values, standards and goals established by the company.
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
Primary areas of responsibility include, but are not limited to the following:
- Collaborates with the in-house design team on assigned projects to envision the story and design for the project
- Assists in preparing a conceptual design narrative and design graphics for concept presentation materials
- Organizes and collates project concept deliverables, including plans, sketches, 3d illustrations and graphics, material samples and mock-ups; in preparation for electronic or hard-copy presentations
- Works with the architectural team to envision the interior architectural envelope to align with the concept story while assisting in design, graphics, documentation and coordination of interior elements and FFE with other consultants’ work.
- Assists architects and design team in space planning and furniture layouts that are functional and meet the criteria of the project program and design intent
- Provides selections of furniture, fabric, carpet, interior finishes, art and accessories within the given budget to the project’s designated creative lead for their review and approval for implementation
- Prepares and assembles FFE workbooks which include tear sheets, line drawings, quotations and sample requests in preparation for specification writing
- Prepares custom furniture sketches, textile and carpet designs as needed for the project
- Writes FFE specifications, assembles detailed information needed for selections, prepares detailed drawings of custom furnishings for integration in specification manuals
- Prepares and issues specification binders and issues revisions under the direction of the project design lead
- Ensures that the specified FFE conforms to the established FFE budget for the project
- Prepares accurate and detailed room type matrices for a variety of hotel configurations, fully coordinated with the project FFE specification manual
- In collaboration with the design team, prepares schedules relative to the interior design including colors and materials, decorative lighting, bath accessories door hardware, plumbing fixtures
- Maintains accurate FFE documentation during the project for organizing and archiving “as-built/as-installed” final FFE project documentation for record
- Reviews the FFE design and construction documentation (both drawings and specifications) and ensures that they are fully coordinated with all pertinent consultant drawings such as MEP, Specialty Lighting and Life Safety
- Reviews furniture installation plans and shop drawings for content and accuracy relative to design intent
- Participates in QA/QC sessions and “page turns” occurring at documentation milestone dates
- Fields communication via phone and email from Procurement Agent and answers questions related to specified FFE items
- Assists with FFE procurement orders, tracking and expediting as-needed
- Ensures that the projects are tracking to schedule and the project budget throughout all phases of the project
- Reviews and approves shop drawings and submittals (relevant Contractor and FFE submittals) with underwritten approval by Senior Interior Designer and/or project creative lead
- Responds to RFI’s related to interior design issues generated by Contractors and Vendors within the time frames allotted
- Keeps Senior Designers and/or Project Managers informed of all requests for reselection or other requests for information from the Procurement Agent.
- Identifies issues that require the review and input of Senior Designer and/or Project Managers (such as events impacting the established design, budget or schedule) and communicates such in a timely manner
- Maintains and coordinates master log of FFE project submittals and shop drawings in collaboration with interior design team
- Responsible to review, understand and ensure compliance of all documented interior architectural design with the Owner and Operator Brand Standards for Design
- Attends site meetings with Owner, Consultants and Contractors that are inclusive of FFE installations as directed by Senior Interior Designer and/or project creative lead
- Performs periodic site visits to ensure that FFE design intent is being carried out and to address unforeseen field conditions
- Reviews installations of interior finishes, specialty features, furnishings, window treatments and artwork for conformance with design drawings and specifications
Qualifications:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Proficient in AutoCAD, Sketch-Up and Photoshop
- Revit experience - preferred
- Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- FF&E Specification Writing
- Ability to hand sketch/draw and produce constructible documents for fabrication/construction
- Possess a high level of visual and verbal communication skills
- Experienced in the total project process including fee and team management, schedules and budgets
- Ability to multi-task, and handle changing priorities
- Detail oriented along with the ability to exercise good judgment and discretion in handling a wide variety of activities and multiple priorities
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education, License, Certifications, Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Art, Interior Design, Architecture or related field - required
- ASID / NCIDQ certified - preferred
- Minimum of 5 years of successful and relevant interior design experience - required
- Minimum of 2 years of Interior Design experience in Hospitality industry - required
- Experience within luxury brand/markets - preferred
- Furniture and fixture design experience - preferred
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Must be comfortable working in a shared space, with constant noise, without the use of a private office.
- Must be able to cope with frequent changing priorities and deadlines with a high degree of optimism, professionalism & collaboration.
- Schedules may vary from week to week based on business demands in excess of 40 hours with or without notice.
- Temporary duty assignments may be required throughout the duration of specific projects, for which the incumbent will be requested to relocate for short periods of time in order to achieve the best results.
- Must be comfortable and able to work safely in and around active construction sites
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- While performing the duties of this job, the incumbent is regularly required to sit, stoop, bend and crouch on a daily basis.
- Push, pull, and lift up to 30lbs on a weekly basis.
- Reach with hands and arms, use fingers to handle or feel.
- While performing the duties of this job, the incumbent is regularly required to travel by foot, car, bus, airplane or other means of transportation which require sitting, waiting and standing for long and short periods of time.