CAREERS AT DDA

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SENIOR INTERIOR DESIGNER

• We are seeking a visionary, creative and ambitious Senior Interior Designer with proven Skills and abilities:
  
  • Strong listening skills and systematic approach to capturing critical information
  • Demonstrates self-confidence and composure
  • Solid client relationship skills
  • Assertive and diplomatic
  • Driven to achieve goals
  • Thrives under pressure
  • Analytical and logical
  
  Summary
  This person is a proven leader who demonstrates strong judgment and reasoning abilities. She or he leads project teams on any /all phases of development including Pre-Design, Schematic Design, Design Development, Construction Documents and Construction Administration.
• Reports to
  Principal and Art Director
• Supervises
  Junior and Mid-Level Designers and Job Captains
  
• Education
  Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) from a 4 year CIDA accredited interior design program preferred or Associates Degree from a 2 year CIDA accredited Interior Design program with commensurate experience.
  
• Experience
  Minimum of 7-10 years’ experience in hospitality design an absolute requirement
  NCIDQ certification preferred
  
• Experience in
  (Recent- 5 years) Hotel renovation and/or new construction
  Defining scope of work, project scheduling, budgeting and fee proposal preparation
  Implementation/project production for all phases
  
• Responsibilities include
  Envision the project holistically by capturing the intended ‘look and attitude’ that reflects branding and positioning
  Set initial design direction for the project and make critical decisions through project completion
  Consistently adheres to established industry and DDA processes and procedures
  Prepare detailed construction documents, floor plans, FF&E specifications, materials and finishes within budget and on time
  Lead design teams on multiple projects, deliverables and scheduling of tasks.
  Train, coach mentor and inspire design staff.
  Act as client liaison and make presentations
• Skills, Knowledge, and Attributes
  
  Knowledge of
  Hotel industry terminology and operational needs
  Design industry trends in the Luxury and Upscale hotel sector
  Building Codes and ADA requirements
  Contract Quality specifications
  Major manufacturers and their products, fabrication techniques and finish requirements
  Lighting as a design element, lighting types, applications, energy requirements & light spread
• Skills
  Hand sketching and space planning
  Custom furniture and carpet design
  Able to design ‘around corners’ not just major areas-so spaces flow consistently
  AutoCad proficient
  MS Office Suite proficient
  Photoshop– a plus
  Microsoft Project-preferred
  Models a highly organized approach to the design process resulting in on time, on budget deliverables
  Exemplary verbal, written and graphic communication skills
  Outstanding presentation skills
  Troubleshooting and problem solving
• Attributes
  Visionary and able to translate that vision into a tangible product
  Models a passion that is infectious
  Star quality without the attitude
  Demonstrates confidence and composure
  Shows wisdom in conflict situations
  Follows through on commitments
  Consistently brings great, fresh ideas that are project appropriate
  Thinks on one’s feet– resourceful and responsive
  Rolls up one’s sleeves–willing to jump in and take personal responsibility to get things done
  Resilient– able to manage set-backs and recover quickly
  Willing to take a stand when appropriate and accept direction when not
  
  To read the complete description of responsibilities for this position, please Click Here. (PDF)
  Please submit your resume and portfolio sample to hr@dawsondesignassociates.com