Sr Interior Design Manager

Relocate to San Francisco is mandatory! $3K relocation! We are hiring for an AWESOME Senior Interior Designer - Project Manager... We are looking for someone with a passion for design, and an eye for detail! WHAT YOU'LL DO: • Partner with architects and in house design team to develop design and specifications for existing and new Hotel properties. • Develop design and specifications without team support for existing and new Hotel properties as necessary. • Create FF&E schedules and specifications with Design Spec Software or other software application as necessary. • Ensure contractors deliver a high-quality product to maintain Hotels standards • Build and maintain professional relationships with internal team members and external vendors. • Observe and communicate trends in the hospitality market. • Assist in the development and realization of projects, start to finish. Start with inception of idea and/or scope through completion of design, and includes construction administration (CA) as needed till successful installation and construction. • Coordinate and oversee the project life cycle hotel related projects, including PIP and CAPEX projects. • Manage projects from conception through construction and completion. • Develop and deliver presentations and documentation including concept, schematic design, design development, and construction documentation. • Develop and manage design schedule for prompt deliverables and successful achievement of milestone dates (example: concept design, schematic design, design development, construction documentation, completion of model room design, issuance of FF&E schedule and specification for procurement, FF&E installation, etc.) • Understands the importance of milestone dates and such commitments to internal team members, external entities, and brand entities. • Develop construction plans, assist in evaluating and selecting architectural, construction and engineering contractors/consultants and coordinate the work of the project and designs teams, as well as the numerous contractors who contribute to facilities projects. • Oversee the architectural design and construction efforts. Management to include bidding, contracting, cost management, schedule management, and deliverables. • Review proposals and solicitations and coordinate with field personnel during pre-construction phase. • Conduct site inspections to ensure conformance to design specifications, building codes, and other applicable jurisdictional/statutory requirements. • Review contractor performance for conformance to contract and authorize invoices for payment. • Identify and flag any non-conforming and/or incomplete work so that such amount may be properly withheld from payment. Review flagged items with relevant team members. • Manage workflow, oversee the completion of activities and communicate progress to stakeholders. • Advise on bid tender for vendors and large purchases of materials. Attain vendor pricing, lead time, and special terms and conditions for model room and production quantity; and share such findings with internal team members • Coordinate with Procurement departments for budgeting and purchasing of FFE and materials. • Experience with scope writing and RFPs. • Interpreting associated design documentation requirements for subcontractors and contractors, responding to RFI’s, handling redline construction and millwork documents. • Review documents to ensure they follow all local, state, federal and jurisdictional regulatory codes. • Ensures that specifications contribute towards LEED certification requirements as necessary • Performing construction administration and generating punch list for contractors. Conducting pre and post opening analysis of materials and making required fixes. • Mentor and train other internal team members as necessary. • Collaborate with other internal team members for successful deliverables and work oversight, sometimes as design lead and other times as design support as necessary. • Prompt response to phone calls, e-mails, and texts. • To attend property and/or project visits to conduct meetings, inspections, surveys, measurements, and photo documentation as necessary. WHAT WE NEED: • 10 years of experience in design and space planning for interior or construction projects. • Must have hotel experience • Bachelor’s Degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or related field. • Must have knowledge of systems furniture specifications, building codes and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements. • Exceptional attention detail. • A fearlessness about getting your hands dirty – literally and figuratively. • Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, 3D Modeling Programs: Revit, Sketchup, Auto CAD experience preferred. • General understanding of construction industry best practices, building & ADA codes. • Comprehensive knowledge of hospitality design standards and an understanding of hospitality operations. • Proven organizational abilities and attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple projects across various phases. • Strong experience in management and coordination of FF&E specification deliverables/implementation and available vendor/fabricators. • Strong experience in management and implementation of a design concept in a team environment through completion that is on schedule and meets budget and design intent. • Ability to read design plans and blueprints, and create presentation boards. • Proven ability to manage and design projects within budgetary constraints. • Proven ability to manage design deliverables on schedule. • Must have strong verbal and written communication skills and excellent customer service skills. • Must be willing to travel and flexible with working hours/days at all locations. WHAT WE OFFER: • Medical/Dental/Vision Plans • Gym Discounts • Nursing Mothers Programs • Long-Term Disability & -Short-Term Disability • 401k • Team Building Activities (onsite/off-site) • Employee Assistance Programs • Mental Health Support Tools • Holiday pay, 8 days, Competitive Vacation Time Job Type: Full-time Pay: $135,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year Benefits: • 401(k) • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Paid time off • Vision insurance Ability to Relocate: • Seattle, WA: Relocate with an employer provided relocation package (Required) Work Location: In person