Sr. Associate, Design

Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd•Miami, FL

18d

About The Position

The Sr. Associate, Architectural Design, manages and coordinates architectural design work for newbuild, revitalization or refurbishment projects. Plans, manages, and guides design while cross coordinating and sharing best practices effectively between external architectural, interior design and consultancy firms worldwide, guiding the design they provide. In collaboration with the Sr. Manager/Associate he/she will review drawings/proposals, recommend decisions, and provide innovative solutions and ideas.

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years design industry experience required.
Minimum of 2 years managing large scale projects.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Interior Design required, Architecture preferred.
Must possess skills in at least 2 of the following: AutoCAD, Excel, PowerPoint, Photoshop, Sketchup; Microsoft Project is nice to know
Must be effective communicator with project team (and sponsor when required) exhibiting good capabilities in written, oral, and graphic media.
Represents department and self in a competent professional manner Is highly motivated, efficient, and organized.
Has fundamental understanding of time management, with priorities being established by supervisor.
Works on multiple projects, and multiple tasks under various team members.
Has strong ability to maintain focus.
Ability to travel internationally or domestically 15% of the time.
Exemplifies strong communication skills - articulate in written, oral, graphic media Anticipates job expectations, executes upon it. Seeks guidance appropriately, independent with minimal direction.

Nice To Haves

Cruise ship newbuild or revitalization design experience preferred.
Graphic design background desirable
Knowledge of cruise ship staterooms or crew areas preferred.

Responsibilities

Ensures the design intent is apparent and credible, and that the voice of the Executive Steering Committee and Brand Think Tank is communicated clearly and consistently throughout the design process.
Applies and ensures the brand & design standards, CADD & drawing standards, and contract references, assisting Supervisor with oversight that project materials are delivered on a timely basis.
Receives guidance and coordination from Sr. Associate and Manager on unusual or complex issues.
Thrives in an innovative, forward thinking, proactive, and collaborative environment that brings all disciplines together and creates favorable results. Commitment to learning & growth of oneself and others.
Upholds SQM practices throughout all design phases.
Regularly attends meetings with sponsors (clients).
Coordinates VR/IT Initiatives. Operates CAVE with skill.
Studies, collects, shares, compare, stores statistical information, and analyze various ships and areas bringing forth observations.
Supports creation, building of foundational brand-design decks and immersion decks. Creates reports for management, brings visibility to project progress.
Assists with cost complexity balancing along with other cost control needs.
Regularly assists and occasionally conducts practicality reviews to check that operational, risk or accessibility concerns are being considered in all aspects of design.
Assist Sr. Associate with supporting shop drawing review process, and yard/contractor coordination meetings, mockup reviews, factory visits and inspections during newbuilding process and drydock period.
Stays current in industry trends and innovation through research and market knowledge.
Occasionally accepts assignments for design concepts, space planning, design development, drawings & details (elevations, sections, details) of designated venues.
Performs other duties as required.