Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Workplace Design Lead / Project Manager to oversee the planning, design, and execution of workplace environments that enhance functionality, brand identity, and employee experience. This role combines strategic workplace design expertise with hands-on project management, ensuring that projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in workplace design, interior architecture, and facilities management, with strong leadership and communication skills to manage cross-functional teams, consultants, and contractors.
This is a hybrid role based out of Milford, MA 3 days a week (Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday).
Responsibilities:
Design & Workplace Strategy
* Lead design projects, refurbishments, and workplace fit-outs from concept through completion.
* Apply design expertise to integrate brand identity and workplace functionality.
* Oversee furniture procurement and installation assuring workplace standards are met and comply.
* Drive innovation in workplace design partnering with IT on all A/V and technology integrations.
* Manage space planning and utilization strategies.
* Partner with internal teams to ensure compliance with building codes, HSE regulations, and sustainability standards.
Project Leadership & Delivery
* Develop project scopes, budgets, schedules, and deliverables; track progress and manage resources.
* Oversee project execution ensuring completion on time, within scope, and budget.
* Facilitate coordination among internal teams, consultants, vendors, and contractors.
* Review technical documents, drawings, and specifications for accuracy and compliance.
* Manage construction phase activities including RFPs, submittals, change orders, and quality control.
Client & Stakeholder Engagement
* Serve as the primary point of contact for stakeholders.
* Anticipate, understand, and manage client expectations while maintaining project goals.
* Lead presentations, design workshops, and project meetings.
Facilities & Operations
* Oversee day-to-day workplace operations.
* Monitor vendor performance including budget, scope, and deliverables.
* Ensure operational standards and workplace experience initiatives align with company culture.
* Work cross functionally across IT, Security, HSE, Facilities, Procurement and CRE.
Qualifications:
Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or related field.
* 10+ years of professional experience in workplace, or interior design.
* Current Licensed Architect or Interior Designer preferred.
* Proven leadership in managing complex design and construction projects from concept to completion.
* Strong technical skills in AutoCAD (2D/3D essential), with working knowledge of Revit and Adobe Creative Suite.
* Demonstrated knowledge industry standards, and sustainable design practices.
* Exceptional client-facing skills with confidence in leading presentations and negotiations.
* Strong organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
* Experience in developing and monitoring budgets and project fees.
* Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required.
Key Competencies
* Strategic thinker with design literacy and brand integration expertise.
* Strong communicator and collaborator with stakeholders at all levels.
* Proactive, hands-on, and resilient under pressure.
* Flexible and adaptable - comfortable balancing day-to-day operations with long-term projects.
* Inspirational leader who fosters innovation.
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