Manager, Design - GRE

NBCUniversal•Universal City, CA

1d•$110,000 - $120,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The NBCUniversal Global Real Estate (NBCU GRE) is looking for a Design Manager! The Global Real Estate team creates and constructs innovative workplace environments that promote business unit success through comprehensive and thoughtful planning, aspirational, creative, sustainable design, and well-planned, timely execution. Our Design team sets and applies consistent interior and exterior design standards and aesthetics while working with each Business Unit to use their unique character and qualities in each project. In this role, you will be an integral part of a collaborative team, responsible for documenting and realizing a wide range of specific real estate and development projects, focusing on interior design. As the interior design leader, you will curate and guide all aspects of the design process, from ideation to implementation. Strong graphic and verbal communication skills will be essential as you lead meetings and provide clear and concise direction. You will also manage and coordinate efforts with others responsible for design-related activities, including internal Business Units and Corporate partners, as well as third-party consultants, contractors, and vendors hired to support each initiative. You will uphold the creative vision and NBCUniversal standards across the global portfolio.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Interior Design, or related field or 8+ years of experience in a related field
4+ years experience with site, architectural, and interior design
5+ years working in a professional office or design firm organization
Willingness and ability to travel about 10-20% of the time to work on project locations, both domestic and international, as needed

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office, Bluebeam Revu, Adobe Creative Suite, AutoCAD, Sketch-Up, Revit, Rhino, and Enscape
Ability to form partnerships with business unit representatives to develop win/win solutions
Ability to understand the needs of the client and to manage relationships
Ability to work in a collaborative team environment, take direction, and think critically
Design talent is essential; excellent graphic skills are a significant plus for this position
Excellent planning and organizational skills
Experience completing design efforts with an innovative, fresh, practical, and cost-effective approach to delivery
Interest in Real Estate Development, Business, or Graphic Arts/Multi-Media
Major or Minor in Real Estate Development, Business or Graphic Arts/Multi-Media

Responsibilities

Provide support for the project team through design, including but not limited to Planning Study, Interior Space Planning, Concept Rendering, Architectural Design, Furniture and Finish Selection and Curation (FF&E)
Review drawings, mock-ups, materials, and finish samples project contractors submit
Use graphic storytelling utilizing interior architectural design concepts to advance the project delivery
Assist Design Team in the creation, preparation of creative presentations of all project efforts
Formulate project approach with the Director of Design, SVP of Design, and Project Managers and establish design parameters
Create and develop design concepts using various graphic techniques and media
Participate in design strategy sessions and presentations
Manage daily design concepts/processes consistent with the project’s program, budget, and time constraints
Respond to input and changes to project parameters by developing alternative options and maintaining concept continuity
Apply design templates and policies to the intended use of program test fits
Assist the Design team in managing and maintaining our internal materials library and product literature
Create computer and hand-drawn presentation materials for the Design team
Research and collect information and data to support project development
Lead internal team or external graphic consultants on design and production efforts to support real estate projects