Position Summary:

As a member of the professional staff, contributes specialized knowledge and skill in a discipline (e.g. Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, Information Resources, Operations Planning & Support, Sales & Marketing) area to support team and/or department business objectives. Generally works under limited supervision, but within established guidelines, producing and analyzing more complex business information to assist in the decision making process.

Job Summary:

Manages all aspects of franchised, managed or corporate projects for new construction, conversion or renovation and the interior design process for adherence to hotel brand standards.  Has focus on brand.

Candidate Profile: 

• 4-year degree from an accredited interior design program.
• Minimum 8-years experience in the design field, preferably in the hospitality design industry.
• NCIDQ certificate preferred.
• Entry point into management

.Key Skills: 

• Strong project management skills
• Project management skills
• Problem solving skills
• Presentation skills
• Sales Orientation
  

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When you join The Robert Allen Group, the nation’s leading designer and marketer of decorative fabrics and home furnishings, you join a lively, successful company that is known for its vision, style, creativity and commitment to quality. 

Showroom Manager

Located in the DC Design Center, our showroom is open to the interior decorator/design trade and offers a variety of high-end fabrics and furnishings.  We are seeking an ambitious and experienced manager to achieve showroom sales and service goals and ensure the continuous, efficient operation of the showroom while providing leadership and guidance to showroom staff.  Also, oversees account management programs, seeks opportunities to increase sales and improve operations as well as participates in showroom floor and sales and service activities.

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience, a minimum of five years sales management experience in a showroom or retail environment managing a staff of five or more.  Must have the demonstrated ability to achieve or exceed sales goals as well as the ability to lead a staff to achieve goals.  Creative problem solving, progressive negotiation and account management skills also required.  Home furnishing industry experience highly desired.

Interested candidates should apply by resume or in person to:

Sue Giebutowski

The Robert Allen Group

225 Foxboro Boulevard

Foxboro, MA 02035

 508.851.6625

508.337.7913

sgiebutowski@robertallendesign.com

Equal Opportunity Employer

Description of Company:
HVS Design is a premier interior design firm with offices in Washington, DC and Boston, MA, providing interior design services for the hospitality industry. The firm has designed hundreds of hotels, luxury resorts, restaurants, golf/country clubs, timeshare communities, and conference centers throughout the United States and abroad. Dedicated to the principles of innovation, excellence, and service, HVS Design takes a pioneering approach to the interior design process, blending the creativity and imagination of experienced hospitality designers with the attention to detail and constructability learned from the disciplines of architecture and project management. HVS strives to provide the finest design solutions and accurate and timely specifications and budgets. HVS understands how time and money maximize an owner’s return on investment.
For more information, visit the company’s website, www.hvsdesignservices.com.

Description of the Position:
The Assistant Director of Design will be responsible for the following:
 Act as primary point of contact for clients on projects.
 Manage a team of designers.
 Develop project schedules and determine project teams.
 Collaborate with Design Directors to create and drive new innovations and concepts.
 Work together with the Managing Director and Director of Design, lead and drive the creative direction on hospitality design projects including renovations, conversions and new builds.
 Review all projects with Managing Director of Design on a weekly basis.
 Review peer drawings for accuracy and completeness.
 Study current trends, color, design technology, sustainability in design and manufacturing techniques. Use knowledge and research to create innovative solutions.
 Create presentation materials that effectively communicate design concepts.
 Oversee the logistics including the purchasing, shipping and transportation of goods and materials as required to the project site.

Reporting Relationship:
The Assistant Director of Design will report to Jasmine Rai, Director of Design.

Professional Qualifications:
The desired candidate should have 8 years of hospitality design experience managing the development, design and construction of hotels and resorts. S/he should have a Bachelors Degree in Interior Design or higher degree. The candidate will possess NCIDQ certification and LEED accreditation is a plus. The candidate will have various computer skills including Auto CAD and Photoshop required. Revit, Sketch up and LEED accreditation a plus. Portfolio required.

Personal Qualifications:
As an integral member of the company’s staff, the candidate must exemplify the highest standards of honesty, integrity and discretion. The individual should be highly confident of their abilities and be considered a detail-oriented person who can tackle complex assignments. The successful individual will be able to withstand pressure and be able to thrive in a fast-paced environment. The candidate should be highly numerate, analytical and be able to handle multiple projects. S/he will need to be a consummate team player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Being innovative, while possessing a healthy sense of humor will complement the candidate’s professional skills.

Contact:
Keith Kefgen
Chief Executive Officer
HVS Executive Search
369 Willis Avenue
Mineola, NY 11501
Tel: +1 (516) 248-8828 ext. 220
Mobile: +1 (516) 770-2331
Email: kkefgen@hvs.com
Web Site: www.hvs-executivesearch.com