Company Classification:Furniture Manufacturer
Position:Design Manager
Offered By:Open Plan Systems 4700 Deepwater Terminal Rd. Richmond, VA 23234
Role OverviewWe are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Design Manager to lead our design team in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will oversee internal office layouts and commercial furniture design, ensuring accurate, timely project delivery that aligns with client specifications. This role requires exceptional AutoCAD technical proficiency, strong cross-departmental collaboration-particularly with Sales-and effective team leadership to manage priorities and meet critical deadlines.
Key Responsibilities- Design & Technical Execution: Produce precise AutoCAD drawings, space plans, and specifications for commercial furniture and office layouts based on client requirements.
- Team Leadership & Management: Direct and mentor a team of 3+ design professionals, overseeing daily task allocation, workload management, and performance development.
- Cross-Departmental Collaboration: Partner closely with the Sales team to support the quoting process, ensuring accurate scope estimation and design alignment.
- Documentation & Asset Management: Interpret diverse project inputs (audio, photographic, video, and written documentation) to create comprehensive project files and specifications.
- HR & Talent Support: Collaborate with the HR Director on interviewing, hiring, onboarding, training, and performance management to build a high-performing team.
- Operational Adaptability: Maintain up-to-date knowledge of internal operational changes impacting design standards and the broader OPS customer base.
Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or a related field preferred (equivalent professional experience considered).
- Minimum of 5 years of professional design experience.
- Minimum of 2 years in a managerial or supervisory role.
- Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD software.
- High level of competence with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Location Requirements: Ability to relocate to Richmond, VA.
Additional Qualifications- Organization & Communication: Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to streamline complex multi-channel communications.
- Time & Priority Management: Exceptional organizational skills with proven ability to manage competing priorities, handle stress under tight deadlines, and work independently.
- Problem Solving & Decision-Making: Strong analytical thinking, creative problem-solving skills, and sound judgment with minimal direct supervision.
Benefits:- HRA
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account
- Paid time off
- Life Insurance
- Long Term Disability
- Short Term Disability
- 401K Program
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