Design Manager

**ARCHMILL** **HOUSE** is a leading custom manufacturer of high-end architectural millwork and premium store fixtures serving commercial, institutional, and retail markets. Archmill has worked tirelessly to build a reputation as the most respected and trusted millwork company in Canada, possessing the experience and resources to meet any challenge. Our primary focus is on market segments where quality custom architectural millwork matters.

**MISSION**:Our commitment is to provide quality architectural products on time & on a budget to the environments of our clients, where our personnel is challenged & inspired to reach their full potential & make a difference.

**VISION**:To be #1 in architectural interiors for multi-location enterprise.

**VALUES**:COMMITMENT | INTEGRITY | AGILITY | COLLABORATION**

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The **Design Manager **is responsible for leading the design team in creating design packages for retail locations and projects. This role will develop a detailed work plan for the internal designers and monitor project process, provide presentation layouts for schematic design continuing through design development, and create floor plans, elevations and sections rendered

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YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES: *
- Negotiate, develop, monitor, and control the scope of deliverables, work plans, schedules, and budgets for all project stages
- Develop a detailed work plan for all architectural and engineering disciplines, allocate hours to the work plan, and monitor project progress
- Lead an integrated team of Corporate Designers in the quality assurance and quality control procedures for all deliverables, specifically the construction drawings and specifications
- Maintain a good understanding of the project scope and when changes to the scope occur, negotiate solutions to ensure outcomes meet client expectations and contractual obligations
- Coordinate with contractor, sub-consultants, or relevant building authorities to address and document issues with constructability or owner concerns
- Act as the primary liaison with the client, contractor, and project team and ensure close client relationships are maintained

**YOUR SKILLS & EXPERIENCE**:

- 7+ years of experience in the field of Architecture & Design
- Experience managing Workplace, Corporate Interiors or commercial interior design projects
- Ability to coordinate a complete set of contract documents
- Software proficiencies in Revit, AutoCAD, Sketch-up; Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc.) is an asset
- Knowledge of Microsoft Project, Word, Excel, and Newforma
- Strong working knowledge of design, construction, as well as knowledge of various furniture systems, interiors, materials, and finishes
- Awareness of building issues, building and safety codes, the range of relevant products and materials, ergonomics, LEED, Bill 124 and applicable industry standards and regulations
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including presentation, documentation and report writing skills
- This position will be required to work from the office Monday to Friday

**EDUCATION**:

- Diploma or Bachelors’ Degree in Interior Design, Architecture or Architectural Technology
- Association of Registered Interior Designers of Ontario (ARIDO) preferred

**CHARACTERISTICS TO SUCCEED**:
At Archmill, we are seeking Ideal Team Players who are Humble, Hungry and Smart (as referenced by Patrick Lencioni in his book, The Ideal Team Player).
- Humble - Who shares the credit and success with team members
- Hungry - Who is always looking for more responsibilities and learnings
- Smart - Who is emotionally intelligent and has good judgement

Relationship building is key internally to maximize your effectiveness. This individual must be experienced as well as comfortable interacting with all levels of leadership.

**WHAT WE OFFER**: We offer competitive salary and benefits. This is an exciting time for us as our team continues to grow Archmill offers a fun and collaborative work environment

Archmill is an equal opportunity employer and encourage minorities, women, protected veterans and disabled individuals to apply.