Designer and Project Manager

YuiDesign; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

YuiDesign in New York is seeking a Designer and Project Manager for a full-time hybrid role in the New York City Metropolitan Area. You will create construction drawings, develop space plans, and contribute to architectural design while overseeing project management tasks, tracking submittals, and coordinating with clients and consultants to ensure timely, budget-conscious delivery.

This dual role blends creative design with strong organizational skills in hospitality projects, with flexibility

Qualifications

• Experience creating construction drawings and space planning layouts.
• Solid understanding of architecture fundamentals and design principles.
• Strong project management skills including timelines, budgets, submittals and client communications.
• Excellent organizational abilities and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in hospitality design or related industries preferred.
• Proficiency with design software such as AutoCAD or Revit is advantageous.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field is required.
• Ability to work in a hybrid environment with onsite and remote responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Create construction drawings and develop detailed space planning layouts.
• Contribute to architectural design and overall project aesthetics.
• Oversee project management tasks: track submittals, budgets, and timelines.
• Liaise with clients and consultants to ensure timely, budget-conscious execution.

Skills

Construction Drawings

Space Planning

Architecture fundamentals

Project Management

Client communications

Organizational skills

Hospitality design experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Interior Design, Project Management, or related fields

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Company Description

YuiDesign is a boutique, family-owned design studio specializing in highly personalized, “hands-on” collaborations with chefs and hospitality innovators worldwide. Since 1986, the company has provided services in master planning, concept development, and innovative front- and back-of-house design for a wide range of hospitality projects, including fine-dining restaurants, hotels, museums, and corporate facilities. Led by founder Jimi Yui, YuiDesign is renowned for delivering comprehensive support from concept to project completion, ensuring quality and excellence throughout the process. Trusted by top culinary professionals and hospitality developers globally, over 75% of YuiDesign’s projects originate from repeat business, reflecting their commitment to creative design, cost-saving solutions, and timely delivery.

Role Description

This is a full-time hybrid role for a Designer and Project Manager based in the New York City Metropolitan Area, with flexibility for some remote work. The Designer and Project Manager will be responsible for creating construction drawings, space planning, and contributing to architectural design. Additionally, the individual will oversee project management tasks, including tracking submittals, liaising with clients and consultants, and ensuring timely, budget-conscious project execution. The role requires a balance of creative and organizational skills to create cohesive and functional hospitality design solutions.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in creating Construction Drawings and developing detailed Space Planning layouts


• Understanding of Architecture fundamentals and the ability to apply architectural design principles


• Strong Project Management skills, including managing timelines, budgets, submittals, and client communications


• Exceptional organizational abilities, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills


• Experience in hospitality design or related industries is preferred


• Proficiency with design software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit, or similar tools) is advantageous


• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Interior Design, Project Management, or related fields


• Ability to effectively work in a hybrid work environment and manage both onsite and remote responsibilities