Senior Associate, Design

InnSpace

  • Kalispell, MT
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
Innspace is an international hospitality design/build firm with over 25 years of experience, offering in-house design and procurement capabilities. We collaborate with brokers and developers, providing upfront preconstruction and property due diligence to assess PIP renovation costs and establish deal feasibility and ROI. Our mission is to provide best in class design solutions, cost and schedule assurance, and ensure seamless project execution for our clients.The position of Senior Associate, Design reports to the Principal of Design. A Senior Associate, Designer contributes to our success by designing and overseeing the schematic design, design development and design project management for our hospitality projects. The Senior Associate, Designer will generate a comprehensive design concept, incorporating brand standards (if applicable, for hard brands), or creating a new concept direction for soft brands, and present this content to both Brands and Owners for approval. All design concepts should address requirements from the brand (as possible), owner objectives, and demonstrate a compliance with all previously compiled budgets.This position requires knowledge of and experience in the hospitality design industry. Candidates will be able to handle multiple projects, providing design direction to the team and showcasing an ability to multi-task while delivering thoughtful, elevated design content. Candidates will be held accountable for design solutions that comply with project schedules and budgets.What We Offer:
  • Competitive salary
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental and vision insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan with 3% company contribution
  • Responsible paid time off
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development
  • A collaborative and supportive work environment
  • Employee Profit Share Program (non-traditional)
Responsibilities:
  • Responsible for the development and realization of project
  • Lead team in conceiving of project concept and design to meet client program, applicable design standards, local code, and project budget constraints
  • Ensure on-time delivery of all contract documents
  • You will be expected to know all aspects of design including interior design, interior architecture and hotel operations and work in all phases of design and production
  • Lead meetings with client to present all design content
  • Assist with determining the scope of work, scope of responsibility, and budget of the design. This candidate understands what all is involved in getting from concept to FF&E procurement and a clear visual of the deadlines, budgets, and time constraints.
  • Under the supervision of leadership, review and comment on FFE and OSE specifications to ensure quality and durability
  • Monitor budget, schedule, and process of the FFE and OSE
Research & Development:
  • Research and keep up to date on latest hospitality design trends
  • Pursue individual professional/skill development
  • Contribute to company development goals
Software, Skills & Qualities:
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills: coordination with multi-disciplinary teams is a must
  • Strong project management and analytical skills
  • Natural creative tendencies, with a passion for problem solving and a desire to roll up your sleeves
  • Able to be nimble and flexible in a fast-paced environment and work under pressure: ability to manage time effectively and prioritize tasks
  • Required software skills: AutoCAD, REVIT, Smartsheet, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office/Excel, and Bluebeam
  • Comfortable working in Miro to develop design content, collaborate with teams and present ideation
Experience:
  • Training in the design field, and extensive industry-related experience
  • Technically proficient with the latest applications that are used in the design industry, and willingness to learn new software programs
  • A bachelor's degree, associate degree, or trade school diploma in graphic design or a related field is required
  • 4-7 years of experience in the hospitality industry required
  • Must have relevant experience in FFE and OSE specifications
  • Experience and knowledge of relevant hospitality industry FFE vendors is required
  • Specification writing & material selection experience

InnSpace