PM Interior Designer - Hotels - Giularos Search Firm

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.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Medical/Dental/Vision Plans
• Gym Discounts
• Nursing Mothers Programs
• Long-Term Disability & -Short-Term Disability
• 401k
• Team Building Activities (onsite/off-site)
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Mental Health Support Tools
• Holiday pay, 8 days, Competitive Vacation Time