Our client is an award-winning Design Studio that works on high-profile, luxury hospitality projects, cultural and restaurant projects. With it's tremendous reputation and ever changing design sensibility it is looking to add another Design Leader to continue it's unique perspective within the hospitality niche.
Job description:
The firm is seeking a dynamic, creative leader to come on board and oversee multiple projects from initial concept creation through completion simultaneously. Responsibilities encompass design and execution of high-end hospitality projects. The candidate will be responsible for providing team leadership throughout all parts of the process. Responsibilities also include interfacing with clients and creating innovative design solutions.
Qualifications:
A minimum of 7 years of Architectural or Interior Design experience with an emphasis on Hospitality is required, as well as demonstrated leadership and managerial experience. The candidate must be equipped with strong communication skills and experience leading design conceptualization. Experience building and managing client relationships is also important.
Additional information:
This is an immediate, full-time, permanent position with a salary in the $85-$115k range, depending on experience, in addition to a complete benefits package.
DFA is a top-tier architecture firm that specializes in high-end residential design and renovations for private clients. With 25 years of experience, DFA enjoys strong client retention and obtains most of its new business through referrals. In addition to providing fully custom design services, DFA has created a second program based on a re-defined and streamlined renovation process, offering clients increased value and faster timelines without compromising high-end design.
DFA provides a unique, sophisticated and engaging work environment in the heart of Manhattan, and values the contribution of every member of the team. DFA is growing and offers the opportunity to grow with the firm dependent upon the employee's personal abilities, interests and motivation. Compensation is competitive in the field and includes an extensive benefit package.
Requirements:
- Passion for residential design.
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture.
- 1-2 years experience working in an architecture firm.
- Experience with construction documents.
- Skilled in AutoCAD/Vectorworks, Excel, Photoshop/Illustrator, Rhino and modeling.
- Strong communication and English writing skills.
- Highly motivated, with good listening skills, the ability to multi-task and work in a team environment.
- Interest in working for a small firm.
- Can legally work in the U.S.
Please send a cover letter, resume, and selected samples of your work to email. Please do not send attachments larger than 10MB.