Royal Caribbean Group

Sr. Design Associate

Royal Caribbean Group • $75K — $95K *
Miami, FL 33186In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
3 weeks ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of design industry experience required; 2+ years managing large-scale projects.
  • Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Interior Design, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
  • Cruise ship design experience preferred.
  • Proficient in Revit, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Suite; experience with Adobe Creative Suite and 3D modeling tools is a plus.
  • Strong communication skills, capable of effectively conveying ideas with project teams.

Responsibilities

  • Support the management and development of ship design elements throughout multi-year projects.
  • Organize and guide internal and external stakeholders through the ship design process.
  • Maintain and communicate design intent clearly at every stage of design.
  • Integrate maritime technology and safety regulations into design.
  • Create presentations and reports for executive decisions using advanced digital tools.
  • Incorporate ship design guidelines and contract references into high-quality designs.
  • Actively seek opportunities for learning and improvement in work.

Benefits

  • Opportunity for international travel up to 15% of the time.
  • Flexible work environment accommodating various office locations and offsite visits.
  • Chance to collaborate with esteemed industry professionals in a global context.
Full Job Description
Position Summary / Job Purpose

The Sr. Associate, Architectural Design supports the development and coordination of architectural design work for newbuild, revitalization, or refurbishment projects. This role supports the management and guidance of design by coordinating and sharing best practices effectively across external architectural, interior design, and consultancy firms worldwide, and guiding the design they provide. Collaborates with brand representatives, external design firms, shipyards, and outfitters worldwide to meet the design intent while maintaining the budget and meeting brand aspirations. The position involves reviewing drawings and proposals, recommending decisions, and providing innovative solutions and ideas.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Responsible for supporting the management and development of end-to-end ship design elements (e.g., placement of steel, fabric design) across multi-year timelines to meet the design intent.
  • Responsible for the organization and guidance of internal and external stakeholders through the ship design process while fostering positive working relationships and establishing collective trust.
  • Responsible for guiding and maintaining the design intent, making sure it is evident, realistic, and communicated clearly at every stage of the design process. Shape and influence the design with strong understanding of guest & crew experiences, ship operations and cost boundaries.
  • Owns the integration of complex maritime technology, fire codes, and safety regulations into a functional, aesthetically pleasing design.
  • Owns the creation of presentations and reports for executive business decisions in architecture and interior design, leading the production of materials from advanced 3D digital drawings to detailed work in Revit or AutoCAD.
  • Understands and incorporates the complexities of reference ships, comparison studies, design guidelines, and contract references to aid the development of high-quality ship design within budget.
  • Understands the importance of balancing cost complexity, managing costs effectively, and staying cost-conscious in all work activities.
  • Supports practicality, operational, and accessibility reviews under direction of senior team members.
  • Learns and applies Royal Caribbean Group design standards, drawing conventions, and documentation requirements.
  • Demonstrates a proactive mindset by seeking learning opportunities, asking thoughtful questions, and incorporating feedback into work.
  • Demonstrates creative, outside-the-box thinking while consistently maintaining a strong focus on cost-effective solutions and budget constraints.
  • Maintains organization of files, drawings, and reference materials to support efficient team collaboration.
  • Acts as a representative of the Royal Caribbean Group and demonstrates our values in a competent, professional manner.
  • Ability to travel internationally or domestically up to 15% of the time.

This job description in no way implies these are the only duties to be performed in this position. The employee will be required to perform any other job-related duties assigned by their supervisor.

Knowledge & Skills
  • Minimum of 5 years of design industry experience required. Minimum of 2 years managing large-scale projects.
  • Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Interior Design, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
  • Cruise ship newbuild or revitalization design experience preferred.
  • Proficient in Revit, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Suite. Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, Illustrator, 3D modeling (V-Ray/Rhino/Sketch-Up/N-scape), and AI tools (Veras, Midjourney, etc.) is a plus.
  • Strong communication skills: Communicates effectively with project teams and sponsors, utilizing strong written, verbal, and visual skills to ensure clarity and collaboration.
  • Demonstrates a willingness to learn, adaptability, and openness to feedback in a fast-paced environment.
  • Possesses a strong grasp of time management and prioritization, with guidance from supervisors, and demonstrates an unwavering ability to stay focused.
  • Thrives in a nebulous environment, efficiently managing multiple projects and tasks across diverse teams while adapting to changing priorities.
  • Displays proactiveness by anticipating challenges, taking initiative, and seeking opportunities to improve project outcomes.
  • Excels in teamwork by embracing learning opportunities, working independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment, and displaying exceptional organizational and adaptability skills.
  • Represents the department with professionalism, motivation, efficiency, and organization, consistently maintaining a high standard of work.
  • Ability to travel internationally or domestically 15% of the time.


Physical Demands
  • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
  • Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, sit, stand, write, review, and type reports; compile data; and operate a PC.
  • The employee communicates, listens, compares variables, and assesses information.
  • The employee regularly moves about the office complex, and may climb, descend, lift or move 10 pounds.


Work Environment
  • The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations.
  • The environment includes office locations and/or moving inside and outside the office.
  • A high noise level is possible if visiting shipboard or offsite locations.
  • Ability to travel internationally or domestically 15% of the time.

About Royal Caribbean Group

Royal Caribbean Group is a cruise vacation company with a global fleet of 63 ships traveling around the world. The company provides celebrity cruises and silversea cruises. Royal Caribbean Group was established in 1968 in Miami, Florida.

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There has never been a more exciting time to explore job opportunities with Royal Caribbean Group, a leader in the global cruise industry known for innovation and excellence.

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Join Royal Caribbean Group's dynamic team to help redefine the travel experience for millions of guests worldwide. The company's commitment to growth and leadership in the cruise industry offers a unique platform for professionals to advance their careers. Transform the future of travel with Royal Caribbean Group, where diversity, innovation, and a passion for service converge to create extraordinary vacation experiences. Lead in a market where skills in technology, customer service, and operational excellence are prized. Royal Caribbean Group stands at the forefront of the travel industry, offering team members unparalleled opportunities for career advancement. Work alongside a global team of professionals dedicated to pioneering new paths in the cruise sector. Royal Caribbean Group fosters a culture of innovation and leadership, making it an ideal workplace for those aiming to make a significant impact.

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The team is actively building a robust professional network, inviting individuals to master their career journey in the vibrant world of cruise travel.

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Engage with a diverse team at Royal Caribbean Group—professionals dedicated to reshaping the future of travel through continuous innovation and a deep understanding of the global travel market.

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Deliver targeted solutions and exceptional guest experiences by leveraging deep industry knowledge and a commitment to innovation that’s second to none.

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10,001 employees
Industry
Hospitality & Recreation
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