Interior Designer

Vandelay Companies - InteriorDesigner For over a decade, Vandelay Companies has built a legacy of iconic dining experiences, growing our portfolio acrossbrands and markets nationwide. Guided by a shared vision, our team createstimeless spaces that embody the best of American hospitality – where quality,authenticity and a sense of place unite to leave a lasting impression. About the Opportunity Interior design team members will participate in all phasesof the design process from pre-design to completion for all restaurant projectsunder the direction of the director of design and ownership team. The designer will be responsible for FF&Aselections, presentations, and interior design drawings based on the projectprogram, criteria and budget . This person is required to maintain brand standardsand budget requirements per project schedule. Assist withpre-design phase determining the project scope, mood boards, brand &programming requirements per project. Research theproject location, demographics, brand vision, design trends, and target marketto determine guest experience. Meet with owner,operations, design, architecture and marketing staff to understand projectrequirements. Provide design moodboards and sketches that include fabric and finish selections tostakeholders. Provide a designnarrative per project. Create spaceplanning and design layouts to scale that ensure proper flow and egress throughspace. Coordinate witharchitect and/or rendering team as required. Selection ofmaterials, finishes, hardware, furniture, lighting, and fabrics based onaesthetics, durability, cost and maintenance. Coordination witharchitects and procurement team to ensure all safety, fire, and accessibility -ADA codes are met. Produce sketch elevationsand section sketches to architecture team for implementation. Select finishes,decorative cabinet and door hardware, decorative lighting, and decorativeplumbing and plumbing accessories to coordinate with consultants. Source &provide FF&A specifications within budget and schedule to deliver toprocurement team. Management ofdesign team and interns as required. Work withprocurement team to manage vendor relationships, costs, lead times and deliveryto site. Review allsubmittals, shop drawings, cuttings for approval, finishes, seaming diagrams,etc. in a timely manner and issue to purchasing agent. Oversee mockupand sample reviews as required. Visit job sitesto ensure design intent is being followed. Collaborate witharchitects and GC to resolve design or construction issues, Provide costestimates throughout each phase of the project in collaboration with architect,GC, and procurement agent. Provide valueengineering solutions when needed without compromising design aesthetic andintegrity. Provide completeFF&A specification booklets with revisions as required and GC finishbinder/material boards. Respond to RFI’s Attend punch walkwith architecture and design team and provide design comments. Attend FF&Ainstallation with design and procurement team. Qualifications Degree in Interior Design 5+ years related hospitality/restaurant Excellent communication & presentationskills Financial acumen for interior budgeting andcoordination Strong creative, multitasking, leadership,and organizational skills for decision making Knowledge of building codes, accessibilitystandards and fire safety regulations Proficient in Microsoft Office, DesignSpec/Spexx Software, AutoCAD, Sketchup, Adobe Creative Suite, and Revit Perks Medical, Dental and Visionbenefits available Professional development andcareer growth Paid Time Off Dining discounts at all Vandelay Companies concepts All Vandelay Companies restaurants are closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas and the 4th of July soour team can celebrate with their friends and family Physical Requirements Ability to lift up to 50 pounds Ability to work standing andwalking for extended periods of time Vandelay Companies providesequal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employmentwithout regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability,genetics, or any other federal/state protected category. We run background checks on all new hires in this position. #J-18808-Ljbffr