PDR - Planning, Design, Research · 1 day ago
Design Director
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
15+ years expPDR is an interior architecture and workplace design firm committed to shaping a better world through the power of design. The Design Director will be responsible for evolving the design philosophy at PDR, leading a collaborative team of designers, and ensuring that all design products meet the firm's brand expectations while also playing a role in business development and marketing efforts.
ConsultingWeb Design
Hiring Manager
Kristina Campise
Responsibilities
Directly reports to and collaborates with Design Principal, Amy Collins, to elevate design at PDR, champion a Culture of Design at PDR, and lead the design studio across all PDR offices
Champion PDR’s design voice/brand which includes a climate positive focus
Works closely with all PDR Directors to share knowledge, collaborate, and drive behaviors towards an integrated studio
Using your unique design perspective and market knowledge, bring new, client-focused, innovative approaches to the design process, standards and tools
Work closely with all office librarians to create a process to strategically curate a balanced mix of relevant, innovative and inspiring vendor trips, lunch-n-learns, CEU’s and tabletop presentations across all PDR offices
Reinforce new hire training to both new and existing PDR design team members on design standards and tools
Develop and provide new training to all design team members on any new standards or tools adopted
Coordinate with HR and design principals on vendor trip opportunities to ensure all designers and architects across all offices have a chance to attend appropriate trips to broaden their knowledge base
Attend industry trainings, webinars, trade shows, product factory tours to stay up to date with changes and innovations in design
Researches and shares current market trends with the design studio on a regular basis
Presentations to clients or touring groups to talk about what PDR is doing to research and remain a design think tank
As the Design Service Lead Expert, provide design expertise and guidance to all teams across all PDR offices
Contributes as a creative advisor and SME on multiple projects and to multiple project teams, while remaining a lead designer on select, high-profile projects when needed
Provides creative direction on all projects including but not limited to design concept development, overall design strategies/language, solving for complex design problems or generating cost-saving alternative ideas
Holds all design team members accountable to all design standards, tools and processes including but not limited to DD engagements and completing project phase close-outs
Facilitates professional development among all design staff through sponsorship of trainings, webinars, trade shows, product factory tours, and/or internal discussions
Travel will be required to be a resource for all PDR offices
Participates in the evolution of PDR’s design POV in response to market changes
Promotes our PDR design voice/brand both internally and externally
Work closely with the marketing team to coordinate award submissions, project photography, and provide content for social media posts
Develops and nurtures client relationships
Assist partners in responding to proposals and interviewing for potential work
Seeks out top talent and helps to recruit when needed
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Architecture or Interior Design
Minimum of 15 years of experience in Interior Architecture, with a minimum of 10 years in commercial interiors, and can exhibit expert-level knowledge on all facets of design, including but not limited to: bridging strategy to design, developing strong design concepts that support project guiding principles, develop innovative design solutions that deliver a compelling human experience, appropriate material selection and specification, appropriate FFE selection and specification, a deep understanding of detailing and constructability, a deep understanding of ADA and building code, and be able to design within the project budget and schedule
Must be a licensed Architect or Interior Designer
LEED CI and WELL Building accreditation is required upon hire or within six months of hire
Must exhibit a strong design portfolio
Must have a working knowledge of Revit, Enscape, Adobe Suite, and MS Office
Must have integrity, fortitude, and credibility complimented by a bias for action with a strong sense of accountability
Must be a team player and have the ability to collaborate and work well with colleagues in accordance with PDR's workplace RESPECT policy and our Core Values
Must understand and support the PDR integrated studio
Must have strong leadership skills that motivate and inspire teams
Must be able to develop and grow skillsets of team members and exhibit a mentoring and coaching mindset
Must have strong written and verbal communication skills
Must have strong business development skills with the ability to articulate a pitch confidently
Must be a strong storyteller - effectively conveying a design strategy internally with a team and externally with clients
Must be self-motivated, research-driven, disciplined and have strong organizational skills
Must show understanding of our design philosophy and serve their clients with this approach
Must be an excellent advisor to their clients by guiding and helping their clients maintain a level of confidence throughout the entire project
Must be active in the external design community, including nurturing relationships through professional organizations and academic institutions
Company
PDR - Planning, Design, Research
Through our design, architecture and consulting services, we have an unparalleled track record of solving for human experiences, and design challenges around the world.
51-200 employees
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Lauri Goodman Lampson
President + CEO
Jerry Griffin
Chief Technology Officer
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