Designer, Engineering Design & Technologists, Creative Design ​/ Digital Art

+ Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, Tuition Reimbursement, Pet, and Legal Insurance

+ 401k
+ Community Service Day

+ Spotlight Awards

+ National Sales Excellence Awards

+ CFSP Prep Certification Program

• The Designer reports to the Divisional VP, Construction Services
• Located in Landover, MD
• Full-Time
• Hybrid

The Designer is responsible for commercial kitchen design, draft layouts, production drawings, and presentation drawings. This position is responsible for partner/client relationships when developing schematic design, design development, and prototypical packages. The designer is also responsible for coordinating with architectural and engineering partners in various regions of the country.

• Lead collaborative efforts on multiple commercial kitchen projects, engaging in all design phases from concept to completion.
• Manage project timelines, ensuring deliverables align with client expectations and internal benchmarks.

• Conceptualize and sketch layouts, leveraging creative insights to optimize space utilization and workflow efficiency.
• Conduct capacity and sales studies to inform design decisions and ensure alignment with client goals.

• Initiate and maintain effective communication with clients, conducting meetings to ascertain their specific spatial requirements and design preferences.
• Collaborate with clients to understand their vision, translating it into actionable design elements.

• Coordinate the entire lifecycle of drawings, from order placement and procurement to installation, ensuring adherence to quality standards.

• Develop visually appealing graphical presentation drawings that effectively communicate design concepts to clients and project stakeholders.
• Create comprehensive documentation for training purposes, setting clear standards for design elements and implementation procedures.

• Proactively identify and address any issues related to drawings or documentation, ensuring that potential roadblocks are resolved promptly.
• Collaborate with team members to find innovative solutions to challenges that may arise during the design and implementation process.

• Attend and actively participate in design reviews and client meetings, presenting design concepts and incorporating feedback to refine project deliverables.

• Collaborate with architectural and engineering partners in different regions, fostering effective communication and ensuring seamless integration of design elements with broader project requirements.

• Strong conceptual and client-service skills, contributing to effective problem-solving.
• Exceptional organizational skills, managing tight schedules, deadlines, and budgets in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills fostering effective communication and collaboration.
• Superior technical and layout design skills, coupled with strong conceptual and strategic thinking abilities.

• 2 - 4 years of relevant experience, showcasing your commitment and expertise in the field, or equivalent Military or practical experience.
• Proficiency in advanced computer skills, including software such as Revit, Navisworks Manage, BIM
  360, Bluebeam, Smartsheet, AutoCAD, Auto Quotes, KCL, Skype, and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Previous experience in the food service industry preferred.
• Ability to successfully pass a background check post offer acceptance.