Design Director

The Gettys Group•Chicago, IL

About The Position

POSITION SUMMARY An active senior team leader within the prototypical design studio that facilitates and improves upon the inner workings of their studio, inclusive of administration, business development and the ongoing enhancement of the Gettys creative process. A Director acts as the primary resource in support of the studio team members, as well as a liaison between team members and leadership while continuing as a lead on any given project team.

Requirements

Bachelor / Master Degree in Interior Design or Architecture from a CIDA accredited or NAAB-accredited program
10+ years of professional experience
Proven leadership skills at the group and firm level
Strong ability to manage client and brand relationships
Excellent written and verbal communication, listening and conflict resolution skills
Willing and able to make empowered decisions as a leader
Able to multi-task and adjust to change with tight timelines in a fast paced, highly creative environment
Organized and thorough work style with emphasis on time management
Collaborative and professional work ethic
Self-directed and motivated

Responsibilities

Collaborate with Principal and Director peers to maintain a steady, creative design vision and process that generates value to clients, team members and firm while continually building The Gettys Group as a design leader
Manage Quality Control protocols and ensure implementation across all studio projects
Develop monthly project staffing, inclusive of Manila team members, based on studio projections
Ensure all projects are on track for Monthly Deliverables and proactively address any at risk projects
Prepare and review new project scopes, work plans and contracts as required
Exhibit passionate team mentality and promote a continuous learning environment within the Design group; motivate team members and enable their growth as designers
Identify interests, concerns and issues within the studio to ensure all are addressed and resolved in an expeditious manner
Foster an ‘‘open-door’’ policy with team members to empower communication with immediate supervisor and other members of leadership
Manage administrative processes including but not limited to time and expense approval and PTO requests
Establish communication and understanding regarding company policies and office procedures
Participate in the performance, salary and quarterly check-in reviews for Designer I, II and III as required
Maintain a positive team environment in the studio
Follow and provide input into group processes and procedures to ensure strategies and directives of department are carried out in accordance with group and firm-wide objectives
Travel for professional or business development and projects as required