SALARY RANGE: $100,000-$120,000 *this wage may fluctuate based on experience, skillset or education.

The Senior Interior Design will be expected to manage all project-related tasks while collaborating with fellow design team members, vendors and consultants. The ideal candidate is collaborative, pro-active, self-motivated, positive, enthusiastic, energetic, and willing to learn new things.

Stanford Corporation's headquarters is in San Francisco, CA. Candidates could work out of the corporate office in San Francisco, CA. Travel to other locations will be required. This is not a remote role.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Partner with architects and in house design team to develop design and specifications for existing and new Hotel properties.
• Develop design and specifications without team support for existing and new Hotel properties as necessary.
• Create FF&E schedules and specifications with Design Spec Software or other software application as necessary.
• Ensure contractors deliver a high-quality product to maintain Hotels standards.
• Research materials and methods regarding constructability, cost, quality, durability, functionality and schedule concerns to internal hotel team members. Summarize product comparison with the categorical information to be shared with team members.
• Build and maintain professional relationships with internal team members and external vendors.
• Observe and communicate trends in the hospitality market.
• Assist in the development and realization of projects, start to finish. Start with inception of idea and/or scope through completion of design, and includes construction administration (CA) as needed till successful installation and construction.
• Coordinate and oversee the project life cycle hotel related projects, including PIP and CAPEX projects.
• Manage projects from conception through construction and completion.
• Develop and deliver presentations and documentation including concept, schematic design, design development, and construction documentation.
• Develop and manage design schedule for prompt deliverables and successful achievement of milestone dates (example: concept design, schematic design, design development, construction documentation, completion of model room design, issuance of FF&E schedule and specification for procurement, FF&E installation, etc.)
• Understands the importance of milestone dates and such commitments to internal team members, external entities, and brand entities.
• Conduct site inspections to ensure conformance to design specifications, building codes, and other applicable jurisdictional/statutory requirements.
• Review contractor performance for conformance to contract and authorize invoices for payment.
• Identify and flag any non-conforming and/or incomplete work so that such amount may be properly withheld from payment. Review flagged items with relevant team members.
• Manage workflow, oversee the completion of activities and communicate progress to stakeholders.
• Advise on bid tender for vendors and large purchases of materials. Attain vendor pricing, lead time, and special terms and conditions for model room and production quantity; and share such findings with internal team members.
• Coordinate with Procurement departments for budgeting and purchasing of FFE and materials.
• Experience with scope writing and RFPs.
• Interpreting associated design documentation requirements for subcontractors and contractors, responding to RFI's, handling redline construction and millwork documents.
• Review documents to ensure they follow all local, state, federal and jurisdictional regulatory codes.
• Ensures that specifications contribute towards LEED certification requirements as necessary.
• Performing construction administration and generating punch list for contractors. Conducting pre and post opening analysis of materials and making required fixes.
• Mentor and train other internal team members as necessary.
• Collaborate with other internal team members for successful deliverables and work oversight, sometimes as design lead and other times as design support as necessary.
• Prompt response to phone calls, e-mails, and texts.
• To attend property and/or project visits to conduct meetings, inspections, surveys, measurements, and photo documentation as necessary.

TO DEVELOP FOLLOWING SKILLS

• Develop construction plans, assist in evaluating and selecting architectural, construction and engineering contractors/consultants and coordinate the work of the project and designs teams, as well as the numerous contractors who contribute to facilities projects.
• Oversee the architectural design and construction efforts. Management to include bidding, contracting, cost management, schedule management, and deliverables.
• Conduct market research and facilitate design review and planning meetings.
• Approve design specifications and develop purchase justifications for materials where necessary.
• Review proposals and solicitations and coordinate with field personnel during pre-construction phase.

WHAT WE NEED:

• 10-15+ years of experience in design and space planning for interior or construction projects.
• Bachelor's Degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or related field.
• Must have knowledge of systems furniture specifications, building codes and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements.
• Qualified candidates with licenses or certifications from the National Council of Architectural Review Boards (NCARG) or the National Council for Interior Design Qualification (NCIDQ) are highly preferred.
• Exceptional attention detail.
• A fearlessness about getting your hands dirty - literally and figuratively.
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, 3D Modeling Programs: Revit, Sketchup, Auto CAD experience preferred.
• General understanding of construction industry best practices, building & ADA codes.
• Comprehensive knowledge of hospitality design standards and an understanding of hospitality operations.
• Proven organizational abilities and attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple projects across various phases.
• Strong experience in management and coordination of FF&E specification deliverables/implementation and available vendor/fabricators.
• Strong experience in management and implementation of a design concept in a team environment through completion that is on schedule and meets budget and design intent.
• Ability to read design plans and blueprints, and create presentation boards.
• Proven ability to manage and design projects within budgetary constraints.
• Proven ability to manage design deliverables on schedule.
• Must have strong verbal and written communication skills and excellent customer service skills.
• Strong organizational skills and multi-task oriented.
• Microsoft Word, Excel & Outlook skills.
• Must be willing to travel and flexible with working hours/days at all locations.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The frequency codes assigned in these job descriptions are:

Rarely less than 1%

Occasionally 1-33%

Frequently 34-65%

Constantly 66-100%

SITTING: Frequently.

STANDING/WALKING: Frequently on a variety of surfaces (carpet, tile, granite, etc.)

CROUCHING (BENDING AT KNEES): Occasionally. Lifting and completing tasks performed at low levels.

KNEELING/CRAWLING: Occasionally. Lifting and completing tasks performed at low levels.

STOOPING (BENDING AT WAIST): Occasionally. Lifting and completing tasks at different levels.

TWISTING/TURNING AT KNEES, WAIST & NECK: Frequently.

CLIMBING: Rarely.

LEG/FOOT USE: Occasionally.

REACHING (OVERHEAD/EXTENSION): Occasionally. Lifting and completing tasks at different levels.

HANDLING/GRASPING: Constantly.

FINGERING/FEELING: Constantly.

PUSHING/PULLING: Occasionally

TYPING: Constantly

TAKING PHOTOS: Constantly during project and/or property tour, inspection, and survey.

TAKING MEASURES: Constantly during project and/or property tour, inspection, and survey.

LIFTING/CARRYING: Frequently lifting/moving up to 10 pounds. Occasionally lifting/moving up to 25 pounds.

SPEECH REQUIREMENTS: Constantly required to speak to others in person and on the telephone in English.

HEARING REQUIREMENTS: Constantly required to listen to others in person and on the telephone in English.

VISION: Constantly required to see up close, ability to adjust focus, use peripheral vision and depth perception. Frequently required to see distances. Color vision required.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Medical/Dental/Vision Plans
• Exercise/Gym Discounts
• Weight Mgmt./Healthy Eating Programs
• Nursing Mothers Programs
• Life Insurance / Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Accident Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Hospital Insurance
• Long-Term Disability & -Short-Term Disability
• 401k - with a match!
• Financial Coaching
• Discount Programs - travel & lifestyle / commuter
• Career Development
• Education Assistance
• Team Building Activities (onsite/off-site)
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Mental Health Support Tools
• Holiday pay - 8 days! / Competitive Vacation Time / Sick Pay

****Please submit a portfolio or work examples with your resume/application****

The employer will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in the manner required by the FCO.

Stanford Hotels Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please call 415-266-9821 or email Rebecca Dawes at rdawes@stanfordhotels.com to let us know the nature of your request.