Project Director | Workplace

Overview

For over 20 years, this architectural and interior design firm has been delivering forward-thinking integrated design solutions. With offices throughout West Coast and New Jersey, this firm has designed creative offices for clients including Disney, Sony, Dreamworks, and HBO. Currently, they are seeking a Project Director to lead corporate interiors and tenant improvement in their San Francisco office.

As a Project Director, you'll harness your exceptional interpersonal skills and over a decade of interior design expertise to consistently deliver outstanding designs within specified timelines and budgets. Your proven track record encompasses the successful design of all phases in small to mid-size projects, showcasing robust technical knowledge, a deep understanding of products, and proficiency in navigating project phasing, budgets, and seamless delivery.

Responsibilities include the following, other duties may be assigned:

• Design interiors, test fit, and create space plans, with a hands-on approach in front of clients.
• Cultivate and maintain robust client relationships.
• Demonstrate strong business development skills.
• Possess established relationships with local real estate brokers and firms engaged in Bay Area lease transactions.
• Deploy resources effectively to ensure smooth design processes, serving as the primary liaison between the team and clients for comprehensive project completion.
• Manage the design of small to mid-size projects and collaborate with technical teams and Managing Director.
• Have a thorough understanding of project-related MEP and structural engineering, vendor contracts, and coordination of required scope of work.
• Familiarity with the lease transaction process and the company's role in it.
• Excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Active involvement in the community and established market relationships.
• Drive business through excellent customer service and quality control.
• Exhibit strong management and organizational skills.

Supervisory Responsibilities
Depending on experience and possible concurrent assignment to a 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.

Qualifications

Preferred candidates will have:

• 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.

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