Manager, Project Designer

Cushman & Wakefield; Salem (OR); Sur place; USD 76 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Cushman & Wakefield is seeking a Manager, Project Designer to lead design efforts for designated accounts. You will implement workplace strategy, manage design associates, and ensure alignment with client business needs.

Responsibilities include developing space plans, test fits, and presentations, while collaborating with CRE teams to deliver efficient, compliant, and aesthetically suitable workplace solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Architecture or Interior Design; NCIDQ a plus.

Responsabilités

• Acts as main point of contact for account and project teams.
• Implements workplace strategy and client requirements across projects.
• Delivers space plan concepts and testing fits for client approval.
• Develops proposals to maximize space efficiency aligned with CRE goals.
• Collaborates with PM, Occupancy Planners, Move Managers and CRE team.
• Reviews preliminary space plans for safety, function, and codes.
• Maintains organized project files and CAFM data for space allocation.
• Trains and develops design talent on assigned accounts.

Formation

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Architecture or Interior Design

Outils

AutoCAD

REVIT

CAFM software

Description du poste

Job Title

Manager, Project Designer

Job Description Summary

The Design Manager’s role is to be the main point of contact for their assigned account(s), implement workplace strategy and standards, and provide management of and support for design associates for their assigned account(s).

Job Description

Principle Responsibilities

• Serves as main point of contact for account
• Implements process documents that align with workplace strategy and client business needs
• Delivers client workplace model standards; recommends new standards and looks for continued improvements to the client workplace design
• Creates test fits and suggests workplace improvements in response to client business needs
• Provides proposals to maximize space efficiencies while implementing solutions in-line with corporate real estate goals
• Collaborates with Real Estate Portfolio Strategist, Project Management, Occupancy Planners, Move Managers and other CRE team members
• Interfaces with Client to develop new workplace options, finalize project concepts and prepare final documents for client approval
• Organizes all data analytics and space solutions into presentation format for client delivery
• Review and confirm all preliminary space plans and design concepts are safe, functional, aesthetically appropriate, and meet all public health, safety, and applicable code requirements
• Establishes and maintains an organized file system for all projects
• Administration of MAC (Moves, Adds, and Changes)
• Provides reporting on the implementation of projects while in progress and upon completion
• Determine selection of colors, materials, and finishes to appropriately convey the concept and meet clients requirements
• Establish selection and specification of furniture, fixtures, equipment, and millwork, including layout drawings and detailed product description to facilitate pricing for procurement and instillation of furniture
• Maintains CAFM data that supports development of space allocation plans
• Trains and develops design talent for assigned account(s)

Requirements

• Holds Bachelors or Master’s Degree in Architecture or Interior Design from an accredited institution (NCIDQ a plus)
• 5-8 years’ work experience in two or more of the following: a) interior design, b) architecture and c) space planning or similar combination of education and experience
• Skilled in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint)
• Skilled in AutoCAD required (REVIT a plus)
• Proficient or ability to learn client specific CAFM software (Serraview, Manhattan, Center Stone, Planon, Archibus, etc)
• Proficient in programming and space planning for a varying sized spaces
• Ability to read and review construction documents
• Understands standards and guidelines for programming codes, procedures, documentation, and project systems organization
• Excellent organization and documentation experience required
• Anticipates, identifies, quantifies, and resolves problems in a timely and positive manner
• Consistently meets deadlines and completes tasks as previously defined
• Works with integrity, trust and commitment, setting an example for others
• Interprets a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
• Excellent oral, written, and presentation skills
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal relationship skills
• Has the ability to learn new graphic software to compliment the presentation of new designs
• Demonstrates a working knowledge of various office furniture systems
• Possesses analytical skills and the ability to develop conclusions and recommendations
• Solves practical problems and deals with a variety of concrete variables in situations where limited standardization exists
• Demonstrates proficiency in architectural and engineering drawings, concepts & design
• Experienced in managing projects of varied scope and complexity
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Able to build strong relationships with internal and external partners to deliver effective services
• Assumes ownership of requests in order to ensure successful completion
• Strong attention to detail and quality
• Ability to direct concurrent projects with clear instruction
• Self‑motivated; able to determine next steps and anticipate future needs in order to direct team members
• Possesses working knowledge of corporate real estate and what applies to design
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Creates new space layouts and suggests workplace improvements in response to client business needs and ways of working requirements

AAP/EEO STATEMENT

C&W provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Further, the company takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed and employees during employment are treated without regard to any of these characteristics. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.

OTHER DUTIES

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate’s experience and qualifications.

The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.

The compensation for the position is: $ 76,469.40 - $89,964.00

Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email [e-mail] . Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.

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