Design Manager at IA Interior Architects in Sacramento, CA

Design Manager at IA Interior Architects in Sacramento, CA

For a complete understanding of this opportunity, and what will be required to be a successful applicant, read on.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate of architecture or design school; equivalent experience may be substituted.
• 5 years' experience in corporate interior design projects.
• Extensive knowledge of design principles and aesthetics.
• Advanced knowledge of space planning.
• Extensive knowledge of furnishings and finishes.
• Familiar with the concepts of furniture layout.
• Advanced sketching and rendering skills.
• Advanced interior architecture detailing skills.
• Working knowledge of CDs and procedures.
• Working knowledge of building systems, codes, and ADA requirements.
• Working knowledge of path of travel requirements.
• Working knowledge of contract administration.
• Intermediate MS Office Suite skills.
• Advanced Revit skills.
• Advanced Adobe Creative Suite skills.
• Affinity Program skills or equivalent.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and lead junior staff through a combination of direct authority and subject matter expertise.

Responsibilities

• The Design Manager is responsible for leading all design phases for interiors projects, leading the team, and having extensive client interaction.
• Manages client relationships for small and medium-sized projects from initiation through completion, including work performed by internal and external resources.
• Organizes and conducts client interviews to determine technical and design requirements.
• Produces, reviews, and finalizes documentation for projects.
• Develops and delivers overall design and furniture packages.
• Researches and selects fixtures and finishes for projects.
• Obtains client approval and ensures integration into the overall design.
• Coordinates engineering work to ensure compliance with design concepts and coordination with IA's documents.
• Coordinates project teams to ensure timely completion of documents.
• Works with design and technical teams to shape and understand the design concepts.
• Presents and gains approval of concepts from the client.
• Establishes and ensures adherence to set budget.
• Immediately informs Sr. PM or Project Director and / or client of any potential variances to the budget and makes appropriate modifications.
• Identifies and pursues new business opportunities with existing and potential clients.
• Participates in marketing strategy sessions and presentations.
• Participates in industry organizations to increase the firm's profile and develop marketing opportunities.
• Assigns tasks, oversees work, and provides feedback to staff assigned to projects.
• Develops skills of staff for future projects.
• May accomplish tasks by working with and / or directing efforts of other project managers.
• Manages overall client relationship from initial assessment of client needs through design concept presentations and final delivery of the project.
• Ensures positive relationships resulting in additional business or referred work.
• Salary range : $100K $150K

Company Information

IA Interior Architects is the first global architecture firm focused exclusively on interiors. The firm provides strategic planning, interior architecture, and design services for corporations, businesses, and institutions.

Founded in 1984, IA currently has 21 offices in various locations across the United States and over 60 partner offices outside the United States, representing over 1,000 staff members globally.

IA’s approach to design focuses on how the aesthetics and organization of a space can reflect brand, improve efficiency and productivity, increase employee satisfaction, and support sustainability.

The firm’s LEED accredited professionals offer sustainable strategies for projects of all sizes and complexities.

Company Specialties

Interior Architecture and Design, Sustainable Design, Workplace Strategies, Retail, Creative Office, Law Design, Technology, Healthcare, Architectural Lighting Design, Experiential Graphic Design, Virtual Reality Visualization, Predictive Analysis, Interior Design, and Workplace Design.

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