Senior Designer

Role Summary

The Senior Designer is a leadership role in commercial kitchen design for the construction and foodservice industry, responsible for creating draft layouts, production drawings, presentation materials, client engagement, and driving successful project outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Interact with customers to identify equipment needs and promote design services
• Perform site visits to survey conditions, gather project information, or identify equipment needs
• Determine project size, scope, and budget; offer equipment recommendations
• Work independently to create commercial foodservice equipment designs
• Utilize AutoCad and/or Revit to coordinate with design team members
• Understand plumbing and electrical systems; identify and locate utility services
• Produce construction document sets; collaborate with architects and engineers
• Produce equipment elevations and incorporate construction details
• Communicate and manage lead times; ensure timely project needs
• Identify and produce complete scope of work for projects
• Communicate with manufacturers to develop shop drawings for custom equipment
• Prepare itemized equipment budgets
• Review and approve submittal packages for adherence to design intent
• Advance latest design technology and industry innovations
• Respond to requests for information (RFIs)
• Conduct site visits and generate punch lists during installation
• Foster positive relations with customers, vendors, and internal personnel
• Grow design revenue annually
• Participate in department meetings and vendor training sessions

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Interior Design, Engineering, or related discipline
• 10+ years’ experience designing in the foodservice industry
• Proficient in AutoCAD and Revit
• Must complete CFSP Test within first 3 years of employment
• Experienced in various market segments of design
• Extensive knowledge of BIM practices, standards, and techniques
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in MS Office products & AutoQuotes
• Basic working knowledge of general construction, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing
• Ability to read architectural drawings
• Strong communication, presentation, and selling skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent customer service attitude
• Critical thinking and problem solving
• Flexible schedule for potential overtime and weekends

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Pet and Legal Insurance
• 401k
• Community Service Day
• Spotlight Awards
• National Sales Excellence Awards
• CFSP Prep Certification Program
• Bonus programs for leadership positions
• Diversity, inclusion, and belonging initiatives