Job DescriptionDesigner
3565BR
Sales
Regular
Job Description
Manages and organizes commercial food service kitchen and facility design. Elaborates on our technical capabilities in sales presentations as well as provides process, alternative solutions, layout and equipment recommendations. Handles technical difficulties to ensure solid project outcome and blends the operational and aesthetic needs of the client with their budget and scope of work. Maintains current understanding of municipal codes and practical application.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Collaborate on commercial kitchen projects, including programming client needs, conceptual and schematic design, design development, construction documents, and management of budgets and schedules.
Develop space planning concepts and generate program documents.
Provide extensive design development at a schematic level using 3D Revit model.
Participate in selection of kitchen systems and specifications; specify preferred vendors wherever possible.
Create and present schematic design presentations to customers.
Provide project team coordination for finish plans, specifications, and material selections required for construction.
Review Construction documents and coordinate any required revisions with outside consultants.
Participate in pre-construction meetings and post construction punch list meetings.
Work with consultants, equipment manufacturers, product reps, and fabricators to meet overall project objectives.
Prioritize and communicate project schedules and design objectives.
Assist in managing client expectations, team communication and consultant coordination.
Collaborate with Sales Rep, Project Managers and General Contractors to ensure that projects are completed accurately, within budget and on time.
Participate with Sales in business development and marketing efforts.
Perform other duties as assigned.
External Qualifications
Required: Bachelor's Degree in relevant field and 2+ years of relevant design experience OR equivalent combination of education and applicable experience. Ability to read blueprints and other construction documents. Revit experience. CAD design experience with substantial experience in Building Information Models (BIM) and construction documents using various BIM related software Advanced conceptual, creative and sketching skills as well as aesthetic sensitivity.. Ability to manage project effectively and efficiently. Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office products (specifically Excel, Word, and PowerPoint). Strong analytical, organizational skills and the ability to problem solve, multitask, prioritize and work independently. Excellent communication, and time management skills.
City
Auburn
State/Province
Washington
Zip Code
98001
FLSA
Exempt
Company Overview
Owned and operated by the Don family since 1921, Edward Don & Company is the world's leading distributor of foodservice equipment and supplies. Our knowledgeable sales representatives, unmatched product selection, nationwide distribution centers, and integration of new technology make us the chosen supplier to all types of foodservice businesses including independent restaurants, national chains, health care, hospitality, country clubs, schools and universities, government institutions, and foodservice management.
Full-time Associates are eligible to enroll in core health benefits (medical, dental, vision) as well several additional benefit products which include health & dependent spending accounts, accident and critical illness coverage and supplement life/accidental death insurance. All Full-Time Associates are also provided a Basic Life Insurance policy at the Company's expense at 1x base annual salary. Full-time Associates are also eligible to participate in the Company 401(k) Retirement Plan, receive paid Company holidays, paid vacation, paid sick time, paid bereavement time. All non-Management Associates are eligible to participate in an Associate Referral Award Program, and may apply for tuition reimbursement per the Company's policy and eligibility requirements.
Salary Range: $70,000 - $85,000
EOE disability/veteran
Designer | Edward Don & Company
Edward Don & Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer–M/F/Vets/Disabled.