Interior Designer II

Holland America Group•Miami, FL

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The primary focus of the position is to assist with all aspects of interior design for the CCL fleet, with regard to area refurbishments, new building projects, and physical/functional improvements.

Requirements

Exceptional AutoCAD, Photoshop, and 3D rendering skills required.
Good 3D hand sketching skills needed.
Bachelor’s degree in Interior Designing or a related field
5+ years of commercial and/or marine environment design experience Required
Experience designing large, public spaces

Responsibilities

Respond to repair and maintenance requests in a timely manner.
Create specifications for all furniture, fabrics, wall treatments, lighting, and interior finishes for different spaces onboard the ships.
Make recommendations to improve the maintainability of the interior design elements on the ships.
Conduct product research and propose design standards to increase life-cycle cost effectiveness.
Propose material options and FF&E solutions to various internal customers; utilizing strong product and vendor knowledge.
Approve contractor specified substitute materials and shop drawings to ensure design integrity is maintained.
Work alongside other architects/interior designers to foster creativity, assist with project workload, and enhance design quality.
Produce renderings, drawings, floor plans, elevations, details sections, ceiling plans, 3D models, presentation boards, and area specifications for various design initiatives.
Create project specifications using CCL defined formatting guidelines, including: defined scope of work, material identification information, and related drawings.
Assist Project Managers and Director with developing presentations, visuals, and supplemental materials for contractors or business sponsors.
Develop numerous large-scale design projects simultaneously.
Propose design solutions according to business sponsor’s desired objectives, goals, and budget.
Review recently completed projects. Compare finished results to design specifications and renderings.
Work with the Director of Quality to create a work list for items needing rework.
Prepare and deliver impactful design presentations to the Executive Team when required.
Develop and maintain strong working relationships with internal customers.
Convene, when necessary, with outside consultants, such as: marine architects, interior design firms, and outfitting contractors to outline and communicate the company’s interior design needs and requirements with regard to aesthetics, functionality, and durability.

Benefits

Cost-effective medical, dental and vision plans
Employee Assistance Program and other mental health resources
Additional programs include company paid term life insurance and disability coverage
401(k) plan that includes a company match
Employee Stock Purchase plan
Holidays – All full-time and part-time with benefits employees receive days off for 8 company-wide holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays to be taken at the employee’s discretion.
Vacation Time – All full-time employees at the manager and below level start with 14 days/year; director and above level start with 19 days/year. Part-time with benefits employees receive time off based on the number of hours they work, with a minimum of 84 hours/year. All employees gain additional vacation time with further tenure.
Sick Time – All full-time employees receive 80 hours of sick time each year. Part-time with benefits employees receive time off based on the number of hours they work, with a minimum of 60 hours each year.
Complementary stand-by cruises, employee discounts on confirmed cruises, plus special rates for family and friends
Personal and professional learning and development resources including tuition reimbursement
On-site Fitness center at our Miami campus
Annual cash bonus program