Senior Designer

The Senior Designer acts as AvroKO's lead designer on various construction administration projects responsible for overseeing RFI, submittals, and execution in the field. This does not preclude the designer from working on projects in different phases, but the main role would be centered around construction administration and project management.

The Senior Designer core responsibilities are:

• Partners with Project Manager to ensure conformance with Architecture Standards' checklist requirements specific to each project design phase.
• Lead the AvroKO team in performing its construction administration services including:
• Responding to RFI's and interpreting the contract documents to ensure the design intent is met.
• Reviewing submittals, substitutions and field conditions for conformance with design intent.
• Attending and reporting on field visits.
• Conducting punch lists reviews.
• Resolving problems and issues that arise during construction.

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This is a hybrid role located in New York, NY (3+days/week required in-studio)

• Must be able to work in the office at a minimum 3 days a week.
• Over 8 years of post-graduate design experience with significant experience in high-end, bespoke hospitality design restaurants and hotels.
• Experience leading design teams.
• Excellent teamwork skills. Ability to work collaboratively with design directors and creative managing directors across the firm.
• Excellent organizational skills with a strong attention to detail.
• Outstanding communication skills.
• Proven industry experience with common industry software applications such as Adobe Creative Suite, 3D modeling applications, AutoCAD and Microsoft Office, Design Spec writing software a plus.
• Experience building, nurturing and fostering client relationships.
• Strong writing skills (narratives, strategy, meeting minutes, proposals, etc.)
• Minimum Bachelor's Degree in Interior Design or Architecture. Master's degree a plus.
• The base salary range will be estimated between $100,000 - $125,000 plus benefits and contingent on relevant experience and abilities.

EEO Statement

AvroKO is dedicated to hiring a diverse workplace that celebrates an inclusive culture and a sense of belonging. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and gender expression), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.