Senior Interior Design Manager
| Company | Charles Schwab |
|---|---|
| Location | Chicago, IL, USA, Phoenix, AZ, USA |
| Salary | $Not Provided – $Not Provided |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Bachelor’s |
| Experience Level | Senior |
Requirements
- Degree in architecture, interior architecture, or interior design
- 5+ years of experience working in an architecture or interiors firm with an emphasis in retail, office, and corporate architecture
- High level of proficiency utilizing AutoCAD
- Experience with commercial office systems furniture
- Comprehension of building codes and accessibility requirements affecting building layout
- Knowledge of Microsoft Windows operating system & Microsoft Office applications
- An ability to deliver successful projects
- Significant experience in space planning/interior design/architecture for commercial and multi-unit branded environments
- Ability to translate complex project programs into efficient, compelling space plans
- Significant experience in the development of branded environments through application of brand standards and instinctive layout of brand messaging, signage, graphics, materials, etc.
- Experience with the development and execution of corporate campus projects
- Exceptional communications skills – ability to professionally address clients, peers, and internal business partners including senior management and outside resources/ external business partners
- Exceptional time management skills and ability to manage multiple projects of varying sizes and complexity simultaneously
- Ability to travel – up to 30% (at beginning and end of a project); anywhere in the US
Responsibilities
- Manage the process of design and implementation of design for retail branch properties
- Provide space planning and design direction (interior and exterior) for new retail locations, renovations and expansions
- Present design solutions visually and verbally to upper management
- Responsible for engaging and managing the agreements with outsourced architects, engineers and related vendors
- Review vendor created documents for adherence to Schwab standards and project specific direction
- Develop positive cross-functional working relationships
- Provide guidance and expertise for selection of furniture, finishes, and artwork
- Develop and maintain brand standards and application guidelines
- Provide project updates/communicate project status weekly or when called upon to do so
- Provide clear and concise direction to meet client and company goals
- Integrate and leverage colleagues to implement best design solutions
- Represent the design department, corporate real estate department, and the clients with an exceedingly high level of professionalism
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Revit preferred
- LEED certification is a bonus
- Operational understanding of Bluebeam, Sketch up, Photoshop, illustrator, and acrobat is desired