Director of Design
- Req #: 1887431
- Address: 3443 N. Central Ave.
- City, State: Phoenix, AZ
- Zip Code: 85012
Job Type
Full-time
Description
WHO WE ARE
We are a restaurant group that thrives on creating authentic and inspiring experiences for the communities we serve. Through the contributions of countless incredible people, past and present, we're headed to the moon with a simple mission - to make people feel good. While no one on the team is quite like the other, it's our common values that keep us united.
ABOUT THE DIRECTOR OF DESIGN
The primary responsibility of the Director of Design is to oversee the full lifecycle of design, the design department, draft and manage Architectural plans, and manage third party design consultants.
TO BE SUCCESSFUL YOU MUST
WHY YOU'LL LOVE UPWARD PROJECTS
Requirements
7+ years of restaurant design experience
Proven track record of managing a high volume of restaurant design projects simultaneously
Proficient in AutoCad, Revit, Blue Beam and other such drafting programs
Proficiency in 3D Max or similar 3D modeling programs preferred
Deep understanding of restaurant specific technical aspects including kitchen design.
Full-time
Description
WHO WE ARE
We are a restaurant group that thrives on creating authentic and inspiring experiences for the communities we serve. Through the contributions of countless incredible people, past and present, we're headed to the moon with a simple mission - to make people feel good. While no one on the team is quite like the other, it's our common values that keep us united.
- Be Authentic and Humble
- Act with Integrity
- Bring Good Energy
- Achieve as a Team
- Get Extraordinary Results
- Inspire with Hospitality
ABOUT THE DIRECTOR OF DESIGN
The primary responsibility of the Director of Design is to oversee the full lifecycle of design, the design department, draft and manage Architectural plans, and manage third party design consultants.
TO BE SUCCESSFUL YOU MUST
- Manage new restaurant design from start to finish including test fits, schematic design, design development, construction drawings, permitting, bidding, and construction administration.
- Draw Architectural plans from Schematic Design to Construction Drawings, and work with third party MEP and Architects to prepare stamped drawings for permit and construction.
- Perform Quality Control Checks to ensure cross-functional Operations, Culinary, Beverage or other comments are implemented into Construction Drawings.
- Manage third party architects and vendors ensuring company design requirements and deadlines are met.
- Manage the permit process including third party permit expeditors.
- Oversee procurement, inventory, invoicing, logistics, and deployment of found goods for restaurants.
- Coordinate with Operations to ensure back of the house, kitchen, and storage requirements are met.
- Oversee the performance of test fits and 3D modeling for new locations.
WHY YOU'LL LOVE UPWARD PROJECTS
- Excellent benefit and compensation package
- Paid time off and earned paid sick time
- Fitness discount programs
- 401K with company match
- A people focused culture united by our shared values
- Unlimited growth opportunities, with several new restaurant openings
- Having a voice. We provide empowerment and influence to all our team members
- Opportunity to build deep, meaningful, and lasting relationships with colleagues
- Recognition and rewards for your hard work and tenure
- Generous meal benefit program
Requirements
7+ years of restaurant design experience
Proven track record of managing a high volume of restaurant design projects simultaneously
Proficient in AutoCad, Revit, Blue Beam and other such drafting programs
Proficiency in 3D Max or similar 3D modeling programs preferred
Deep understanding of restaurant specific technical aspects including kitchen design.
