Join our San Francisco studio and be a part of a global network of studios spanning four cities (New York, Bangkok, San Francisco and London). Consistently voted as one of the top three most admired firms in hospitality interior design, you'll be working on conceptually driven projects which include restaurants, bars, hotels, and multi-family residential. You'll be working collaboratively with some of the smartest, and design-forward experts in award-winning hospitality-driven spaces and experiences.
You should have exceptional design skills, be a highly-motivated leader, possess a background knowledge of hospitality, and have a portfolio showcasing creative design concepts. As leaders of our creative collaborative, Senior Designers need to recognize all voices on their team during the design process and promote an environment of inclusivity. Successful Senior Designers foster a healthy and engaging design environment that promotes creative and unique ideas from each staff member. AvroKO is not hierarchical in design decisions and encourages all staff to capitalize on their talents and energy. Your primary role is to lead a design team that is inclusive and curious with the technical acumen to deliver the project from start to finish while maintaining AvroKO standards and high caliber of work.
What you will do- Lead the design team toward external presentations which include mood boards, 3-D modeling, photoshop renderings, CAD drawings, image research, material selections, high-end FF&E selections, and other job-related duties as assigned
- Engagingly and persuasively present work internally and externally.
- Liaison between the Principal in Charge and the design team during the design process
- Lead the coordination and production of technical drawings which include contract document sets, FF&E specifications, material schedules, and budgets
- Reviewing all documents to ensure they incorporate design intent and technical accuracy
- Manage design coordination within the design team and between the Owner's consultants and AvroKO
- Manage communications and coordination between AvroKO and consultants
- Reviewing construction administration services including RFI responses, submittal reviews, field reports, and punch list reviews while resolving CA issues
- Participate in coordination with consultants and vendors
- Supervise, develop, and mentor interior designers
- Coordinate with Design Managers in providing services per scope, budget, and schedule
- Other job-related duties as assigned
- Work closely with your design team and studio at large, to promote a culture of design excellence and creativity.
Resumes without portfolios will not be reviewed. Please upload your portfolio via "Upload Additional Files."Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Interior Design, Architecture or related field from an accredited school
- Hospitality experience is recommended.
- 8+ years of post-graduate design experience with significant experience in high-end, conceptually driven design
- Proficient in AutoCAD, SketchUp, Enscape, and other 3D modeling software.
- Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop and InDesign)
- Outstanding communication and presentation skills
- Experience leading design teams and building strong client relationships
- Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail
- Strong knowledge of high-end FF&E, materials, and specifications
- Demonstrate a strong conceptual approach to design and persuasive presentation skills
- Excellent teamwork skills. Ability to work collaboratively with design directors and creative managing directors across the firm
- The base salary range will be estimated between $95,000-$120,000 plus benefits and contingent on relevant experience and abilities.
We encourage employees to lead a life reflective of our hospitality mission and provide opportunities for team outings, and curated design events. Our benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401k matching, flex spending, life insurance, yearly professional development reimbursement, paid holidays, paid birthday, and paid time off.
