Senior Designer Project Manager
Location: London
Visa: Must be eligible to work in the United Kingdom without sponsorship (now or future)
To be part of our client's team is to create design that inspires and positively influences those who experience it. Our client values creative thinking and encourages all team members to be ambitious in their drive to provide industry-leading design solutions for clients. All members of their team must have the ability to translate innovative ideas into reality.
This role offers a high level of responsibility, representing our client to clients and the external network while contributing to the design and development of projects. The Senior Designer Project Manager should have a minimum of six years' experience in all facets of design and design project management, including high-end F&B, spas, and large-scale hotel developments. Passion for and knowledge of interior architecture and design, furniture, and product design is essential.
Working alongside Associates and other Senior Designer Project Managers, the Senior Designer is responsible for the delivery of aspects of specific projects from concept to completion.
The role includes participating in the design process, overseeing more junior team members, and contributing to an environment that produces high-quality design output.
Strong verbal and written communication abilities are required, as the position involves frequent dialogue with clients and other project team consultants, supported by Associates and other Senior Designer Project Managers. An engaging and diplomatic manner is essential.
Responsibilities
Design Creative Management
* Collaborate with the project team to develop the creative vision for projects.
* Develop design research for projects, especially during concept development; tasks include finding mood images for design approaches and researching site specifics.
* Work with the FF&E team to develop materials for projects.
* Assist with the production of concept information, such as presentation documents and material boards.
* Adhere to our client's stylistic design standards at every stage of the project.
Design Project Management
* Support the project team throughout all phases, from conception to completion, including all standard phases and documentation.
* Liaise directly with clients, operators, consultants, and contractors to ensure all project stages are completed to a high standard.
* Attend client presentations as required.
* Maximize team efficiency through workload management and appropriate task delegation.
* Ensure coordination with the FF&E team on all project aspects.
* Assist Directors and Associates in preparing pitch documents as needed.
* Represent our client in interactions with clients, contractors, and suppliers.
* Mentor and support Designers in developing their skills and professionalism in client, customer, and vendor interactions.
Design Documentation
* Assist the design team, manage the design development process, and facilitate communications with clients.
* Contribute to design and construction documentation, including presentations, drawing packages, specifications, and schedules, ensuring close collaboration between interior design and FF&E teams.
* Uphold our client's standards in all design documentation with a high level of accuracy.
* Support the team in maintaining and periodically reviewing project management documentation.
Team Responsibilities
* Provide technical and design guidance.
* Mentor Designers.
* Demonstrate awareness of company policies and communicate concerns to Directors and HR as needed.
* Ensure compliance with health and safety requirements.
Skills
* High-level proficiency with AutoCAD.
* Skilled in Adobe Photoshop and InDesign.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office suite.
* Good knowledge of SketchUp.
* Strong freehand sketching abilities.
* Experience with Autodesk Revit, 3D Studio Max, and Rhino is an advantage.
Abilities
* Creative problem-solving.
* Excellent sense for color and materials.
* Strong technical and construction knowledge.
* Strong managerial skills.
* Ability to perform well under pressure and work to strict timelines while supporting the wider team.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.