LOCATION: Los Angeles or Boston depending on candidate's preference. Los Angeles Little Tokyo location, 360 E 2nd St., Suite 300; Boston location, 51 Sleeper Street
We are searching for a high-energy and resourceful Retail Account Manager/Project Manager with a positive, collaborative work style to lead the retail program for one of our largest national clients, Sephora. The position will work with a talented team of 10 dedicated to retail. The ideal candidate will be entrepreneurial, incredibly organized, results-oriented, and a team player.
We define ourselves as a collaborative because this is the trait that lies at the heart of how we work… Collaboratively.
We are thinkers and doers.
We are visionary and grounded.
We are design-focused and results-oriented.
We don’t believe design happens in a vacuum, nor do we believe in big reveals.
We believe the best solutions are co-authored, and that design is an iterative process.
We like dialogue and debate, and we believe everyone has a voice because there are never any bad ideas.
We’re also champions for diversity as a design collaborative, drawing from all experience levels and cultural backgrounds within our team of “Bergies” – intentionally staffing project teams inclusively to represent the diverse perspectives of the world around us.
We tend to do our best work with those that feel the same way… Are you that somebody?
Qualifications:
Professional degree in Architecture or related field
Architecture Licensure preferred
LEED AP accreditation a plus
Familiarity with AutoCAD, Adobe InDesign, and Microsoft Office is a plus
10-15 years of relevant experience, including recent experience with retail programs
Experience leading interiors and architectural projects
Client Services Experience
Essential Skills and Responsibilities:
Maintain client relationships effectively while building trust and loyalty and directing the decision-making process
Strong organizational skills and the ability to communicate effectively and work closely with clients
Mentor and motivate employees to reach their highest potential through exploring opportunities for growth and learning in design, technical, and leadership skills
Strong interpersonal skills and a high emotional intelligence
Ensure the account’s project teams meet deadlines with high quality, thoughtful solutions in a fast-paced environment
Manage client, team, project coordination, and communication for multiple fast-paced projects at a given time
Exhibit advanced technical problem-solving capabilities regarding building construction and technologies
Technical expertise regarding the coordination between landlord and consultants, including MEP, structural, and civil engineers
Manage preparation of design development and construction documents with project team, consultants, contractors, and vendors
Contract review and generation expertise
Manage program finances including fees, contracts, and internal and external budgets
Experience with navigating brand standards and working with brand-focused clients
Lead in-house team with preparation of existing conditions site surveys, full entitlements code, and accessibility reviews as part of due diligence
Successfully navigate building and zoning departments regarding project approvals
Travel is required.
At Bergmeyer, our culture of collaboration welcomes good ideas from wherever they come. We create project teams that thrive on inquiry and investigation, and encourage staff to cultivate new skills, take on additional responsibility, and offer meaningful contributions. We invest in our people with competitive compensation and benefits packages and by contributing to professional development expenses. We value those who are fun and interesting to work with and who make a positive impact on our projects and our workplace.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Please send resume and portfolio to our search firm: Nancy D. Horne at NDH Search Worldwide, nancy.d.horne@ndhsearch.com.
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