The Interior Design Manager (IDM) will be responsible for managing all aspects of the interiors of all new FBO projects. The IDM will oversee all aesthetic aspects of the guest experience within the FBO. The IDM will support the C&I team by performing various duties and initiatives. Duties include but are not limited to developing a standard interior design strategy to be applied across the portfolio, coordinating with architectural consultants in specifying furnishings and equipment that support the established strategy, managing architects in the design phase to develop project requirements, and schematic interior designs within approved budgets and preparing bid documents and negotiating contracts with vendors and establishing national contracts when possible—standardizing specifications when possible—updating stakeholders on the design and installation status, conducting routine site visits to review progress, and facilitating efforts for successful project closeout.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Management of the Interiors Strategy on Construction & Infrastructure projects: design phase, procurement phase, installation phase, and closeout phase.
- Developing project estimates, requests for proposals (RFP), analysis of bids, and project execution.
- Lead in the establishment of interior project budgets and control of project costs
- Managing the full life cycle of multiple projects concurrently according to strict milestone deadlines.
- Complete financial analysis of the request for proposals and provide recommendations to internal stakeholders
- Support negotiation and administration of all contracts and agreements supporting properties and facilities, including developing bid documents, identifying potential bidders, and awards
- Ability to review construction cost line items with recommendations on cost control and approach to project
- Coordinates with internal stakeholders on program development of interior projects
- Supports Regional PM team members to ensure compliance with set standards, procedures, and guidelines
- Consistently provides management and oversight on project development, design, and activities. Activities include coordinating routine status meetings with all parties involved in the project, such as the architects, consultants, contractors, sub-contractors, and internal stakeholders. Status meetings will be a combination of virtual and in-person
- Conduct frequent and detailed site visits, as requested, to gain insight into work progress, increase team efficiency and productivity, and mitigate potential mistakes/delays
- Communicate effectively with the vendors, consultants, and contractors responsible for completing various phases of the project. Key communications include ongoing review, confirmation, and internal coordination of development/design/construction drawings/specifications, other regulatory paperwork, and licensing requirements
- Ensures projects are completed within the designated schedule and approved budget. This is performed through budget management, expense tracking, and risk management
- Leads and manages all parties involved in the project, such as the architects, consultants, contractors, and sub-contractors
- Responsible for managing all required closeout documents for the project in a secure database for access and download by all authorized users and providing local management with a copy for their records
- Invoicing and billing management through coordinating payments and cash flow for respective construction projects
- Assembles monthly capital project performance reports
Minimum Education and/or Experience:
- Bachelors degree in Architecture, Interior Design, or similar is required
- Advanced certification (NCARB, NCIDQ, LEED AP) is a plus.
- Minimum of five (5) years of experience in a similar role, preferably in Interior Design, Construction Management. Specific aviation or hospitality experience is a plus.
- Strong analytical skills
- Related technical experience may be considered in place of education requirements
Additional knowledge and skills:
- Understanding of Project Management, Procurement, Risk/Insurance, and Accounts Payable functions
- Ability to interact with leadership, key stakeholders, team members, and suppliers in a professional manner
- Proficient use of Microsoft Office suite
- Superior time management skills
- Excellent leadership skills
- Experience in REVIT, Enscape, Adobe Suite, Photoshop, and CAD.
- Experience with Microsoft Project and/or PM Web or similar PMIS applications.
- Ability to work autonomously while providing oversight and updates to leadership
- The job will require 50 travel and a valid drivers license
Signature Aviation is the worlds largest Fixed Base Operators (FBO) network, with over 200 locations and 5,000 employees globally. This worldwide FBO network is home to essential business and private aviation support services, including refueling, hangarage, maintenance, repair and overhaul, and other world-class amenities with exceptional customer service. We are renowned for delivering an exceptional guest experience and seek like-minded team members to ensure that every interaction reflects our commitment to excellence and hospitality.
From your health to your financial wellness, there are several benefits for you and your family when joining Signature Aviation.
Our Benefits:
- Medical/prescription drug, dental, and vision Insurance
- Health Savings Account
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- 401(k)
- Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Accident Insurance
- Identity Theft and Legal Services
- Paid time off
- Paid Maternity Leave
- Tuition reimbursement
- Training and Development
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) & Perks
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or other protected characteristics.
