Architectural Project Designer - Interior Specialist Job at Architectural Design & Construction, Inc.

Job Responsibility

Reports to the Principal/Construction Project Manager
Properly communicate information regarding selections to the Principal/Construction Project Manager, Project Architect, Project Manager, and client as appropriate and in a timely manner
Prior to all client meetings, share all information that will be presented to a client in the meeting with the Project Team members
Promote, discuss and offer ADC’s Interior Design services when clients have not selected an Interior Designer for their project
Maintain and enhance client relationship with ADC
Walk client through the selections process
Ensure that they understand the phases of construction
Notify suppliers when ADC clients will visit them, if possible
Provide Construction Manager with selections prior to client sign-off on Final Budget Estimate
Assist the Construction Manager putting the selections out to bid with trade contractors and suppliers
Acquire finish selection material quotations
Inform client of all budgetary concerns related to selections
Proactively discuss with the Client, the limits of Selections Coordination when necessary, when Client’s do not have their own Interior Designer and are requesting Interior Design services
Obtain client approval for Selections Sheets prior to client approval of Final Budget Estimate
Create Change Orders with the approval of the Project Manager, for all changes in selections after Selection Sheets are approved by client
Communicate Change Orders for selections to the Project Architect, Project Designer, Construction Manager, supplier and/trade contractor, as appropriate
Research and assist in the resolution of billing discrepancies related to finish selections
Review project invoices for selections as requested by Project Manager

Requirements

Learn to create realistic project schedule: estimate time frame for design development, structural design, construction documents
Manage client expectations: schedule, budget, and project scope
Establish due dates for all finish selections for client
Educate client concerning the process and importance of obtaining selections on schedule
Obtain selections on schedule and before construction starts
Record all selections
Obtain client approval in writing before construction starts
Provide client with regular project status reports throughout the design phase
Coordinate with consultants to meet project requirements
Meet project schedule and budget for design services to maintain profitability
Maintain complete project file: document all correspondence, meetings, approvals, and consultant information
Provide support to other design team members when needed
Attend preliminary design meetings with the client
Create a report of all decisions and client requests for each meeting
Provide programming to meet client’s budget and project requirements
Develop conceptual design solution within project schedule
Actively work with design team to improve design
Develop computer skills to aid in project delivery and produce construction documents according to ADC Architectural standards
Learn to prepare an initial cost estimate
Obtain finish selection approval from the client prior to construction
Prepare a specification/cutsheet references on all Finish Selections for the Project Manager before construction begins
Research sources for materials and supplies for Construction
Research specialty and new products
Facilitate meetings between suppliers and the Architects, Project Managers and Principal/Construction Project Manager regarding the latest product and pricing information
Review plans and specifications for quality control prior to review by Principals
Prepare applications for submittals
Attend regular project team meetings with project manager and/or superintendent
Perform site visits to observe progress of work and verify conformance with plans and specifications
Send regular reports to clients regarding site visits
Conduct walk-throughs during construction to ensure that finish selection decisions are being carried out
Review shop drawings, for potential discrepancies/conflicts with the contract drawings or specifications
Keep detailed records of addendums, with approval from clients
Provide Construction manager with current set of plans and specifications, with changes clearly noted
Proactively solve design issues that come up during construction
Participate in a post-construction evaluation and critique of the entire project and make recommendations for improvement
Provide selections information resource to the Administrative Assistant for the Products and Warranties Information for client 30 days prior to turnover
Work with Construction Project Manager and Office Manager to facilitate 30 Day closing and warranty procedures
schedule Client Orientation with suppliers, trades and appliance suppliers as appropriate
make final preparations for the house prior to turnover
Bring in new clients and continue to work with existing clients on new projects
Help identify and recruit outstanding new team members, when appropriate
Complete accurate and detailed timecards, noting additional services where applicable
Use administrative time effectively, to improve operations of company
Keep a clean and organized work environment
File drawings and project files appropriately
Assist in general office duties as needed
Maintain regular work hours, and schedule time away from work in advance with Principals

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