Designer

TriMark•Cleveland, OH

24d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Designer reports to the Divisional Director, Design. The role is located in Cleveland, Ohio, and is open to remote candidates with foodservice design experience. The position is full-time and hybrid. The Designer is responsible for commercial kitchen design, draft layouts, production drawings, and presentation drawings. The role develops schematic designs, design development, and prototypical packages while building partner and client relationships. The Designer also coordinates with architectural and engineering partners in various regions. The Designer leads collaborative work on multiple commercial kitchen projects through all design phases, manages project timelines, assesses client needs, and helps ensure drawings and documentation meet quality standards. The role also prepares graphical presentations and training documentation, participates in design reviews and client meetings, and resolves issues that arise during design and implementation.

Requirements

2–4 years of relevant experience, or equivalent military or practical experience.
Proficiency in advanced computer skills, including Revit, Navisworks Manage, BIM360, Bluebeam, Smartsheet, AutoCAD, AutoQuotes, KCL, and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
Ability to successfully pass a background check after offer acceptance.
Strong conceptual and client-service skills, contributing to effective problem-solving.
Exceptional organizational skills, including managing tight schedules, deadlines, and budgets in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent interpersonal skills for effective communication and collaboration.
Superior technical and layout design skills, with strong conceptual and strategic thinking abilities.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in the foodservice industry is preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead collaborative efforts on multiple commercial kitchen projects through all design phases, from concept to completion.
Manage project timelines and ensure deliverables align with client expectations and internal benchmarks.
Conceptualize and sketch layouts to optimize space utilization and workflow efficiency.
Conduct capacity and sales studies to inform design decisions and align designs with client goals.
Communicate with clients and conduct meetings to determine spatial requirements and design preferences.
Translate client visions into actionable design elements.
Coordinate the lifecycle of drawings, from order placement and procurement through installation, while adhering to quality standards.
Develop graphical presentation drawings to communicate design concepts to clients and project stakeholders.
Create documentation for training purposes, establishing standards for design elements and implementation procedures.
Identify and address issues related to drawings or documentation, resolving potential roadblocks promptly.
Collaborate with team members to find solutions to challenges during design and implementation.
Attend and participate in design reviews and client meetings, present design concepts, and incorporate feedback.
Coordinate with architectural and engineering partners in different regions to integrate design elements with broader project requirements.