Requirements

• Responsible for the success of multiple projects from schematic design through construction administration, the ideal candidate must meet following qualifications:
• 1-3 years of professional experience
• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Architecture
• Working knowledge / professional experience in construction documents, detailing, digital modeling, and graphics
• Working knowledge of building codes, standards & construction
• Self-motivated, detail oriented, energetic with exceptional design, graphic, communication and organizational skills
• Computer skills preferably include Sketchup, Lumion, Revit, AutoCAD and the Adobe Creative Suite
• Ability to work independently & collaboratively in our studio with clients, consultants, vendors etc.
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States and have the willingness to relocate or commute to the Hamptons or Miami.

Requirements

• 0-8 years of professional experience (Designer: 0-4 years; Project Coordinator:  3-8 years)
• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Architecture
• Working knowledge / professional experience in construction documents, detailing, digital modeling and graphics (Project Coordinator)
• Working knowledge of building codes, standards & construction (Project Coordinator)
• Self-motivated, detail oriented, energetic with exceptional design, graphic, communication, and organizational skills
• Computer skills preferably include Sketchup, Lumion, Revit, AutoCAD, and the Adobe Creative Suite
• Ability to work independently & collaboratively in our studio with clients, consultants, vendors etc.
• The ability to carry the design intent of a project through construction documentation and administration.
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States and have the willingness to relocate or commute to the Hamptons or Miami.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates project team interaction both internally and with all other project participants.
• Collaborates on the design process including programming client needs, conceptual and schematic design, design development, document preparation, material research and samples, construction administration and furnishings selections and purchases.
• Manages project meetings including scheduling, determining meeting purpose, preparing agendas, and meeting report and maintaining action items log on regular basis.
• Prepares and revises drawings, presentations and renderings as assigned under the direction of Design Director and Senior Advisors (i.e., interior plans, fixture plans, elevations, details)
• Communicates and coordinates with vendors and product manufacturer representatives.
• Designs custom millwork and furnishing concepts and visits vendor shops periodically to ensure design development. Able to review and redline shop drawings.
• Creates furnishing proposals and collaborates with procurement and tracking.
• Attends site visits, field verification and furniture test fit meetings as necessary.
• May assist with review of RFIs and submittals during the Construction Administration Phase.
• Participates in and contributes to team meetings to discuss project issues, technical issues, and coordination with other disciplines.
• Participates in business development and Interior Design events supporting the growth of the department and establishing contacts.
• Maintains knowledge of industry drivers, products, and materials available on the market.

Qualifications

• Accredited professional degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or related field,
• 4+ years of experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of resourcing, specifying, and ordering of furniture, fixtures, and equipment (FF&E), tracking of orders, and scheduling of project installations.
• Strong organizational and presentation skills.
• Proficient in Revit, AutoCAD, Photoshop, Illustrator, Sketchup, and InDesign.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite preferred.
• Ability to communicate in a clear, concise, and professional manner both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to travel to showrooms, vendor shops, and client meetings.
• Sustainable design accreditation and on the path to NCIDQ certification are a plus.

Duties and Responsibilities:

General Management and Operations:

• Supervise Miami office staff and oversee daily project development.
• Manage the tracking of Miami office projects and report weekly to Senior Advisors on project status, staffing needs and deadlines.
• Attend weekly advisory meetings to report on Miami specific operations and to provide support for Senior Advisors as needed.
• Attend bi-weekly Upper Management meetings to participate in discussing current firm matters.
• Facilitate the scheduling of visits for BMA staff traveling to Miami area, including firm Partners and Upper Management.
• Encourage and facilitate teamwork and a positive work environment by identifying, addressing, and working to resolve conflicts or issues that may arise within the office and across project teams.

Client Relationship Management:

• Serve as the main point of contact for Miami clientele communications.
• Lead and/or support Miami client presentations and meetings.
• Maintain and cultivate Miami client relations and provide regular project specific updates.
• Assist in developing client confidence and long-term relationships.

Project Management and Production:

• Direct project team coordination & production tasks and ensure work is consistent with firm standards by means of frequent team check-ins.
• Continuously assess that design intent and local code adherence is being maintained throughout the course of projects by means of periodic pin-ups.
• Promote/expand/extrapolate design objectives set in place by Founding Partner and Design Director.
• Regularly communicate with Design and Technical Directors regarding Miami office projects and provide advance notice for design and documentation reviews.
• Review Miami office zoning analysis documents for local regulatory compliance. Represent the firm in local Design Review Board meetings and hearings as needed.
• Actively coordinate one high-profile/challenging project in the local market.

Human Resources

• Serve as a mentor for junior staff and participate in employee reviews and evaluations.
• Support immediate staff needs, and concerns pertaining to Miami operations/morale and elevate issues to Senior Advisors as needed.
• Ensure Miami staff adherence to Employee policies and procedures set forth in the BMA Employment manual.
• Participate in biannual staff performance reviews. Identify staff's strengths, weaknesses, and advancement capabilities.
• Participate in the hiring of new local staff by means of joining second interviews and leading Miami office visits/tours.

Business Development & Growth of the Firm

• Further own knowledge of best business development practices.
• Perform an ambassadorial role to assist in building the firm's network, brand, reputation, and profile.
• Build and maintain a professional directory/rolodex of local consultants, real estate agents, expeditors, attorneys, and industry leaders. Initiate and engage in frequent correspondence with these individuals.
• Actively seek and maintain opportunities for firm involvement and presence in the local community.
• Work in collaboration with Hampton's office on firm marketing campaigns and outreach. Participate in career fairs and academia recruitment.

Self-Development and Self-Leadership

• Registered Architect in the state of Florida or actively seeking registration.
• Seek local industry organizations and affiliations. (AJA Miami, MCAD, etc.