Designer

TriMark USA, LLC; Hyattsville (MD); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401k

Community Service Day

Spotlight Awards

National Sales Excellence Awards

CFSP Prep Certification Program

Job summary

TriMark USA, LLC is seeking a Designer to lead commercial kitchen design efforts, from concept through presentation drawings and production documents. You will collaborate with clients and cross-functional teams to ensure space, workflow, and design goals are achieved across regional projects.

The role requires 2–4 years of relevant experience, proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, BIM tools, and a strong client-service mindset in a hybrid, full-time position in Landover, MD.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of relevant experience, or equivalent Military or practical experience.
• Proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, and BIM software; familiarity with Bluebeam and Smartsheet.
• Experience in the foodservice industry is preferred.
• Ability to pass a background check after offer acceptance.

Responsibilities

• Lead collaborative efforts on multiple commercial kitchen projects, from concept to completion.
• Conceptualize and sketch layouts to optimize space and workflow.
• Interact with clients to understand spatial requirements and translate vision into design elements.
• Coordinate the lifecycle of drawings from order placement to installation and testing.
• Develop presentation drawings and comprehensive documentation for training and implementation.
• Identify and resolve drawing or documentation issues and drive solutions.
• Attend design reviews and client meetings, incorporating feedback to refine deliverables.
• Collaborate with architectural and engineering partners across regions.

Skills

Design concepts

Client interaction

Project management

Collaboration

Space planning

Tools

Revit

Navisworks Manage

BIM360

Bluebeam

Smartsheet

AutoCAD

AutoQuotes

KCL

Skype

Microsoft Office

Job description

TriMark USA is the country's largest provider of design services, equipment, and supplies to the foodservice industry. We proudly serve our customers by providing design services, commercial equipment, and foodservice supplies across a wide range of industries and business sectors. Headquartered in Massachusetts, with a history dating back to 1896, we have locations across the country that offer foodservice operators an unparalleled level of service by combining our unique design capabilities and our expert market knowledge with the purchasing strength, delivery, installation, and after-sales service capabilities of a national company. Our employees are focused on creating customized solutions for our clients to ensure they achieve their culinary goals while upholding our I.C.A.R.E. values: Integrity, Customer Service, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. For more information, please visit: www.trimarkusa.com

Why you’ll love it here!

• Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, Tuition Reimbursement, Pet, and Legal Insurance
• 401k
• Community Service Day
• Spotlight Awards
• National Sales Excellence Awards
• CFSP Prep Certification Program

Position Summary

• The Designer reports to the Divisional VP, Construction Services
• Located in Landover, MD
• Full-Time
• Hybrid

The Designer is responsible for commercial kitchen design, draft layouts, production drawings, and presentation drawings. This position is responsible for partner/client relationships when developing schematic design, design development, and prototypical packages. The designer is also responsible for coordinating with architectural and engineering partners in various regions of the country.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

Collaboration and Project Management:

• Lead collaborative efforts on multiple commercial kitchen projects, engaging in all design phases from concept to completion.
• Manage project timelines, ensuring deliverables align with client expectations and internal benchmarks.

Design Conceptualization

• Conceptualize and sketch layouts, leveraging creative insights to optimize space utilization and workflow efficiency.
• Conduct capacity and sales studies to inform design decisions and ensure alignment with client goals.

Client Interaction And Needs Assessment

• Initiate and maintain effective communication with clients, conducting meetings to ascertain their specific spatial requirements and design preferences.
• Collaborate with clients to understand their vision, translating it into actionable design elements.

Coordination And Execution

• Coordinate the entire lifecycle of drawings, from order placement and procurement to installation, ensuring adherence to quality standards.

Presentation And Documentation

• Develop visually appealing graphical presentation drawings that effectively communicate design concepts to clients and project stakeholders.
• Create comprehensive documentation for training purposes, setting clear standards for design elements and implementation procedures.

Problem Resolution

• Proactively identify and address any issues related to drawings or documentation, ensuring that potential roadblocks are resolved promptly.
• Collaborate with team members to find innovative solutions to challenges that may arise during the design and implementation process.

Client Meetings And Design Reviews

• Attend and actively participate in design reviews and client meetings, presenting design concepts and incorporating feedback to refine project deliverables.

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

• Collaborate with architectural and engineering partners in different regions, fostering effective communication and ensuring seamless integration of design elements with broader project requirements.

Competencies

• Strong conceptual and client-service skills, contributing to effective problem-solving.
• Exceptional organizational skills, managing tight schedules, deadlines, and budgets in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills fostering effective communication and collaboration.
• Superior technical and layout design skills, coupled with strong conceptual and strategic thinking abilities.

Qualifications & Experience

• 2 - 4 years of relevant experience, showcasing your commitment and expertise in the field, or equivalent Military or practical experience.
• Proficiency in advanced computer skills, including software such as Revit, Navisworks Manage, BIM360, Bluebeam, Smartsheet, AutoCAD, AutoQuotes, KCL, Skype, and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Previous experience in the foodservice industry preferred.
• Ability to successfully pass a background check post offer acceptance.

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Compensation includes the posted base salary range and does not reflect potential commission, incentive, bonus, or other additional compensation opportunities, where applicable. Total compensation is determined based on experience, skills, internal equity, geographic location, and other job-related compensatory factors.

In addition to base salary, this role will be eligible for participation in TriMark's benefits programs, including medical, dental, vision, 401K (with employer match), etc. Leadership positions may also qualify for participation in bonus programs commensurate with role and scope of responsibility.

TriMark USA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to [e-mail].