Senior Design Associate

Fontainebleau Development; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Fontainebleau Development is looking for a Senior Design Associate to join our dynamic team in Aventura, FL. This role is perfect for an individual with a strong interior design background who is ready to manage projects from concept to construction.

You will support various high-end development projects while collaborating with design and development leads, focusing on FF&E, documentation, and team coordination. The ideal candidate has 2–5 years of experience and proficiency in industry-standard design software.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of professional experience in an interior design or architectural office.
• Demonstrated exposure to FF&E, F&B, or hospitality projects.
• Solid portfolio showcasing both conceptual and technical abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in architectural and interior design concepts development.
• Produce high-quality drawings and technical documentation.
• Manage project timelines, deliverables, and team coordination.

Skills

Strong design skills

Project management and coordination

Communication skills

Education

Professional degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Adobe Creative Suite

SketchUp

Rhino

Bluebeam

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Fontainebleau Development LLC - Aventura, FL 33180

About the Role

Fontainebleau Development is seeking a talented and driven Senior Design Associate to join our in‑house development department. This role is ideal for an emerging professional with a strong interior design sensibility and the ability to take ownership of projects from concept through construction.

Working closely with the Design and Development leaders, this individual will contribute across a range of high‑end development projects – including Food & Beverage and amenity environments – supporting design execution, documentation, and project coordination.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and development of architectural and interior design concepts, with a focus on FF&E, finish selections, and Point of Purchase (POP) environments.
• Produce high‑quality drawings, digital 3D models, presentations, and technical documentation.
• Manage project timelines, deliverables, and coordination across internal and external teams.
• Support construction administration, including site visits, submittal reviews, and coordination with contractors.
• Collaborate with consultants, vendors, and stakeholders to ensure design intent is maintained throughout FF&E procurement and installation.
• Lead material selection, FF&E specifications, and custom detailing across residential, F&B, and amenity spaces.
• Drive POP design and branded environment development in coordination with project and marketing teams.
• Communicate clearly and effectively with team members and project partners.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of professional experience in an interior design or architectural office, with demonstrated exposure to FF&E, F&B, or hospitality projects strongly preferred.
• Professional degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or related field.
• Strong design skills with a solid portfolio demonstrating both conceptual and technical abilities; work featuring FF&E specifications, POP design, or F&B environments is a plus.
• Experience with project management and coordination.
• Proficiency in industry-standard software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit, Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp, Rhino, Bluebeam, additional tools a plus).
• Working knowledge of construction documentation and administration processes.
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.