Speculative Application for Senior Designer at ...

Speculative Application for Senior Designer at UniversalDepartment: DesignersEmployment Type: Full TimeLocation: New YorkConsidering applying for this job Do not delay, scroll down and make your application as soon as possible to avoid missing out.DescriptionUniversal Design Studio is seeking experienced Senior Designers with a background in interior design, architecture, or experience design as we plan our new projects and grow our team in New York.The studio employs a bespoke approach to each project to create solutions that result in better spaces, experiences, and cities through the transformative power of design. This is a great opportunity to play a significant part in our future success.Applications are assessed on a rolling basis, so please don't hesitate to submit your application.Role DescriptionAs a Senior Designer, you are an integral, client-facing member of the Universal Design Studio team, responsible for day-to-day aspects of design projects and ensuring our studio output is of the highest level.You will be responsive and engaged in every stage of the design process from inception to completion. You will inspire and influence our studio culture and approach each project with confidence, focus, and belief in yourself and our team.You will motivate others and guide the design team to develop original creative thought and technical skills while sharing your knowledge, passion, and experience with the studio.You will have a high level of conceptual thinking, clarity of thought, and the ability to stop, reflect, and disrupt if needed. You will be knowledgeable about current design trends in spatial design, arts, and culture, and you will appreciate how different design worlds intersect and have relevance in how we design spaces and experiences.You will explore and develop ideas iteratively and unaided, willing to share ideas and comfortable with embracing setbacks. You will utilize a range of visual tools to effectively convey mood, atmosphere, and concept with clarity.You will present clearly and concisely communicate your thought processes while maintaining a strong focus on detail to ensure accuracy and thoroughness throughout the lifecycle of a project.Open-minded, thoughtful, and inquisitive, you will embody our studio values and engage passionately with every aspect of studio life and culture.Design Excellence:Day-to-day lead on small to medium-sized projects, organizing the project team and delivering output to the highest level, creatively and technically.Assist and implement creative direction alongside the Senior Creative Team.Ensure your team's deliverables meet Universal's creative and quality standards under the direction of the Senior Lead team.Where issues arise, make recommendations without compromising the design intent.Project Management:Prepare agendas, chair meetings, and issue minutes (where Design Ops are not part of the project team).Oversee, produce, and coordinate full design intent and technical drawing packages, being mindful of the time assigned according to the programme and deliverables.Oversee the workload of Designers, Design Assistants, and Interns within your team, ensuring it is manageable and adheres to project programme and deliverables.Review, comment, or approve consultant and construction drawings, prototype mockups, or samples.Ensure the project output adheres to the latest and best practice in construction methods.Represent Universal, attending and organizing site meetings and responding to site issues.Ensure the team follows the correct and efficient filing protocol at all times.Lead internal project teams, meetings, kick-offs, and wash-ups with support from the Senior Team.Learning & Development:Foster and maintain positive relationships with clients.Present and clearly communicate analytical studies, compelling original concept ideas, and detailed project knowledge to your peers and clients.Maintain technical knowledge and expertise in joinery and architectural elements detailing.Maintain sound understanding of AIA stages/plan of work, building regulations, and CDM.Meet any specific technical requirements on materials while remaining conscious of budget constraints and sustainability criteria.Stay up to date on current trends in the design world.Always be open to learning while sharing your technical skills, software knowledge, and experience with colleagues.Further develop your area of expertise, finding ways to share your knowledge and passion.Collaboration:Work alongside Design Ops to understand the status of information; the relationship to Universal's scope; liaise with consultants; communicating and coordinating detailed project information as required.Contribute to the internal studio design reviews.Team:Participate in junior-level recruitment activities, including interviewing and education outreach involvement.To Excel in This Role:A positive and proactive attitude.The ability to work independently and as part of a team.Excellent attention to detail.Experience working with and leading creative teams.The ability to inspire and motivate those around you.A strong understanding of retail design; past experience with retail design projects (of varying scales and at various stages) is encouraged.Vectorworks skills are an advantage.Legally authorized to work in the United States.Further Information:The base salary for this position at the time of this posting may range from $80,000 to $120,000. Individual compensation varies based on job-related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. We offer a competitive benefits package. Click here for more details.We want you to have every opportunity to shine and show us your talents - please let us know if there is anything we can do to make sure the assessment process works for you.#J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2024-10-29