Associate Design Manager

The role of the Design Associate Manager is to assist with, support and help drive the planning and execution of transformation of the on-site Design Lab. Help create and ensure the project plan, scope, and schedule are maintained by all the parties involved (e.g. consultants, engineers, architects, furniture manufacturers etc.). Conducts project meetings (including taking and sharing minutes), tracks deliverables assigned in meetings, coordinates project updates/reports to all stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Help create and ensure the project plan, scope, and schedule are maintained by all the parties involved (e.g. consultants, engineers, architects, furniture manufacturers etc.)
• Conducts project meetings (including taking and sharing minutes), tracks deliverables assigned in meetings, coordinates project updates/reports to all stakeholders.
• Support Client communications – create leadership presentations, experience questionnaire and actively participate in feedback sessions.
• Oversee design phases including test fits, schematic design, and design development, ensuring alignment with corporate standards and sustainability initiatives.
• Leverage existing Workplace Guidelines, governance, policies, planning metrics, principles, best practices and lessons learned to provide appropriate implementation strategies and solutions for the project.

Skills & Qualifications

• Project management capabilities with experience in creating project schedules and operating within that timeline.
• Ability to work as a member of a team with a variety of personality types and in different roles.
• Strong customer experience and service.
• Ability to communicate information and ideas in writing, orally or through drawing in AutoCad: elevations, details, test fit, etc.
• Knowledge of design principles, aesthetics and general knowledge of budget tiers.

Experience

• 2-3 years’ experience working on commercial Interior Design projects, corporate interiors experience through A/E environment or furniture dealer/manufacturer.
• Excellent communication and management skills.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design a plus

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with matching company contributions
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care
• Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays