Workplace Design Manager, Portfolio Management

Done the work, from space planning, concept, schematic and design development, furniture selection/specifications, construction documents, construction administration etc Bring clarity to complex problems, by being an open and collaborative, positive solutions based individual Required: Bachelor's degree in Interior Architecture and/or Interior Design required. 10+ years of experience in interior design, including space planning, interior architectural design development, environmental graphic design, and furniture selection. Creative workplace design experience required; hospitality design experience is a plus. Strong understanding of the design and construction process, with expert knowledge of building code, construction drawings, architectural detailing, coordination, and construction. Experience with construction documents and construction administration (CA) required. Proficiency with Google Suite, Adobe Creative Suite, Bluebeam, CAD, and Revit. Extraordinary attention to detail while working under strict timelines. Strong time management and organizational skills, with experience managing multiple projects simultaneously. Travel is required on a project by project basis. Must live in LA or be willing to relocate to Los Angeles, and/or the surrounding areas. Recent project work samples are required. Work with the Portfolio Management team to understand the project program, testfit and local team requirements. Onboard an external design team and lead them through the interior design process (Visioning, Concept Design, Schematic Design, Design development, Construction documents). Connect the design team with space and occupancy partners to ensure the design supports the overall program and business space needs. Connect the external design team to the correct internal/external team members needed for full coordination. Lead value engineering discussions with the external design team when needed in order to reduce project cost but maintain project aesthetic. During construction administration, meet with the design team weekly or biweekly to review construction progress and weigh in on construction-related issues to ensure build quality. Review and approve all furniture selections; maintain strong familiarity with furniture vendors and the dealer process. Act as liaison between the project team and local leadership teams, managing project-based check-ins (visioning sessions, concept design, schematic design, design development). Collect and incorporate local leadership feedback at each project stage into future design phases. Work with the environmental graphic design (EGD) company to establish a project aesthetic for each site. Act as liaison between the project team and local leadership teams for EGD/brand project check-ins (visioning sessions, concept design, schematic design, and design development) and incorporate feedback as needed. Work with the EGD team to drive creativity and bespoke graphic design solutions for each project. Drive consistency in environments that foster creativity and innovation, enabling people to do their best work. Manage multiple simultaneous projects through all phases (including environmental graphics/brand design) with accuracy, timeliness, and consistent, concise communication with project managers and cross-functional, local, and regional teams. Build and maintain relationships across internal teams to ensure feedback is captured throughout the design process; Partner with the Workplace team on related design modifications. Specify finishes/furniture as needed on small scale projects. Stay current on design knowledge, processes, and philosophies, especially Inclusive Design, Sustainability Design, and AI applications.