Project Director-Corporate Interiors

SUMMARY

As a Project Director you will leverage your interpersonal skills and 10+ years of interior design experience to deliver exceptional designs on time and on budget. You have a successful track record of designing all phases of small to mid-size projects, including strong technical knowledge, knowledge of products, and familiarity with project phasing, budgets, and delivery.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following, other duties may be assigned.

• Design interiors test fit and space plans, including working directly in front of client.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships.
• Strong business development skills.
• Has existing relationships with local real estate brokers and firms executing lease transactions in the Bay area.
• Responsible for deploying resources to ensure that the design process flows smoothly, acting as the primary liaison between the team and the client to bring the design, schedule, budget and scope of work to completion.
• Implement and manage the design of one or more small to mid-size projects.
• Collaborate effectively with a technical team and Managing Director.
• Has a complete understanding of project-related MEP and structural engineering as well as all vendor contracts and coordination of required scope of work.
• Understands the lease transaction process and SAA’s role in the process.
• Ability to effectively perform in a fast paced, deadline driven environment.
• Established relationships in the market place.
• Actively involved in the community.
• Drive business by excellent customer service and quality control.
• Strong management and organizational skills.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from four-year college or university; or five to eight years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 10+ years of relevant experience, Landlord Services preferred.
• Degree in Architecture (or related field).
• Professional Architectural License (CA) or certification essential and LEED Accreditation preferred.
• Excellent negotiation skills.
• Strong business development skills.
• Excellent communications skills and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal.
• Excellent decision-making and problem solving skills.
• Excellent administrative, organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to deal effectively with a wide range of individuals and work in a team environment.
• Knowledge of CAD and Revit 2010 is preferred.
• Knowledge of federal, state and local building administrative codes relating to building projects.
• Extensive knowledge of architectural and interiors principles/practices that include modern architectural methods and background on solving architectural design and construction problems.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Depending on experience and possible concurrent assignment to Project Management role, may directly supervise up to 4 employees in the department. If so, carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following, other duties may be assigned.

• Design interiors test fit and space plans, including working directly in front of client.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships.
• Strong business development skills.
• Has existing relationships with local real estate brokers and firms executing lease transactions in the Bay area.
• Responsible for deploying resources to ensure that the design process flows smoothly, acting as the primary liaison between the team and the client to bring the design, schedule, budget and scope of work to completion.
• Implement and manage the design of one or more small to mid-size projects.
• Collaborate effectively with a technical team and Managing Director.
• Has a complete understanding of project-related MEP and structural engineering as well as all vendor contracts and coordination of required scope of work.
• Understands the lease transaction process and SAA’s role in the process.
• Ability to effectively perform in a fast paced, deadline driven environment.
• Established relationships in the market place.
• Actively involved in the community.
• Drive business by excellent customer service and quality control.
• Strong management and organizational skills

At our heart, we are a creative firm, and we have fun with what we do. We are a tight knit community, supporting each other in and out of the office. We understand work/life integration and encourage our employees to bring their personal experiences and passions into their roles. Innovation is the key to our success and that comes from everyone sharing ideas and exploring ways to make the industry, firm, and your job better. We also believe the best ideas come from those passionate about their company and continually look for ways to bring enjoyment into the workday. We have a full-time event planner on staff to curate these experiences both for our SAAers and our clients.

• We offer full benefits and fun employee perks including:
• Medical, Dental and Vision Plans (including 3 no cost to the employee medical options and dependent coverage is available)
• 14 paid holidays per year
• Tiered Paid Time Off (PTO) starting at 18 days/year
• 401k Plan
• Life Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Health and Wellness Benefit
• Casual work attire, complimentary snacks, drinks and office events. There is also free parking at select office locations.
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Gym Reimbursement
• Summer Flex Schedule (Half Day Fridays)
• Volunteer Time Of