Contact: Kate Keller or Jodi Shaw
phone: 212.572.6380 or 617.247.0505
kate@kelleraugusta.com or jshaw@kelleraugusta.com

Location: New York, NY

Position Summary:

Responsible for planning, coordinating and administering one or more major projects. May have responsibility for directing projects through the efforts of subordinate Project Managers.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:           

• Presents and gains approval of design concepts.
• Manages projects from conception to completion, including work performed by both internal and external resources.
• Establishes budget, prepares project schedules and monitors adherence to terms.
• Coordinates engineering work to ensure compliance with the design concept.
• Coordinates project teams' work to ensure timely and complete submission of documents.
• Manages collections for assigned projects.
• Manages client relationships.
• Identifies and pursues new business opportunities with existing and potential clients.
• Attracts, develops and manages staff.
• Participates in marketing strategy sessions and presentations.
• Conducts project tours.
• Participates in industry organization to increase firm's profile and to develop marketing opportunities.
• Stays abreast of current developments, trends and practices within the interior design and construction industries. Disseminates information, as appropriate, to staff and management.
• May accomplish responsibilities by directing the efforts of subordinate Project Managers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in architecture or interior design; equivalent experience may be substituted.
• 10+ years experience producing commercial interior design projects, including 5+ years managingprojects.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the commercial interior architecture and/or design industry.
• Comprehensive knowledge of materials, furnishings and construction methods related to interior design.
• Comprehensive knowledge of building systems, codes and ADA requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to write and negotiate contracts for services, consultants and contractors.
• Proven ability to solve contract and administration issues within the established design context.
• Extensive knowledge of design principles and aesthetics.
• Intermediate MS Office application skills.
• Advanced skills using a project management software application, MS Project preferred.
• Basic AutoCAD/ADT skills.
• Advanced verbal and written communications skills.
• Advanced presentation and graphic communication abilities.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences.
• Proven ability to manage all project phases.
• Advanced supervisory, leadership and team building skills.
• Proven ability to meet deadlines without compromising design intent or internal relationships.
• Working knowledge of budget preparation and the proven ability to manage projects within budgetary constraints.
• Proven ability to prioritize and manage diverse responsibilities within allotted time and/or budget.
• Demonstrated ability to lead through a combination of direct authority and subject matter expertise.
• Working knowledge of marketing concepts, principles and strategies.