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Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Key responsibilities include developing concurrent projects, with on-brand design solutions for new store growth from schematic design through build-out, working cross-functionally with Leasing and Construction, obtaining Exec and Landlord alignment and managing FF+E budgets.• Develop the design concept through the selection, detailing and documentation of finishes, furnishingsand lighting, appropriate for the approved project budget and schedule.• Create design intent for project drawing development from initial schematic floorplan iterations to detailed and complete construction drawing submissions and coordinate design intent with consultants of all disciplines to ensure a cohesive integration of building systems.• Prepare design-related budgetary inputs alongside the Project Manager.• Present project-specific design concept and details at specified milestones to key stakeholders, consultants and vendors.• Prepare design-related documentation to accompany construction documentation including site instructions and change orders and review design-related submittals throughout construction including shop drawings and RFI’s.• Attend regular site meetings at pre-determined milestones through pre-construction, constructionand post-construction phases to ensure a cohesive execution of design intent.• Report on all high-priority design-related items in weekly meetings to continue timely execution of project goals.

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Key responsibilities include leading a bright and engaging design team of seven, attracting talented creatives to grow the interior design department, providing innovative solutions for system and process improvements, creating and presenting strategy for cross-functional alignment and executive approval, crafting training manuals and leading updates on design standards.• Coach and mentor a team of seven, to ensure the delivery of bespoke, functional design solutions and outstanding client service. • Develop the interior design program to drive growth and profitability. • Collaborate cross-functionally to create a yearly strategy for executive approval.• Create a team environment that fosters an entrepreneurial spirit, open communication and empowers team members to elevate their personal success and that of the company.• Manage team workload and project assignment to ensure client deliverables are provided efficiently and effectively.• Lead with a continuous improvement mindset to capture learnings for revision and reiteration.• Work cross-functionally to define, track, and report on key performance metrics.• Engage internal stakeholders to align on interior design goals and projects. • Review and provide actionable design feedback to the team to ensure design intent and accuracy. • Ensure high quality communication of calls, emails, chat recordings by providing feedback and coaching.• Ensure processes and best practices are designed, documented, followed, and improved over time to increase operational efficiency and profitability.• Partner with product and marketing teams to give feedback on assortment gaps, new product opportunities, design trends and new initiatives to increase revenue.• Curate materials and lead development sessions to provide opportunities for self-reflection, growth and goal setting.

Vancouver, Canada Area

Key responsibilities include leading 2 direct reports, design for all store projects and new fixture innovation, providing design solutions to the event and facilities teams, creating yearly design strategies for executive approval, providing store development updates to cross-functional teams, streamlining processes and updating design standards.• Manage 2 direct reports in a fast-paced environment to provide mentoring and coaching with open and direct conversations.• Provide coaching and guidance to merchandising, facilities and construction team members.• Partner with the real estate and construction team members, facilities team, cross-functionaldepartments and external vendors from design to completion.• Develop innovative store fixtures and capture learnings for revision and reiteration for both bespoke projects and full fleet roll outs.• Create and assemble all design information relevant to branding and store functionality to maximize innovative design impact while maintaining budget and time-line.• Manage project schedules and direct external architects on fit tests, drawing completion dates and permitting to ensure the accuracy, quality and timeliness of all construction documentshanded to the construction team.

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Key responsibilities include space planning , presenting concept and layout designs, selecting finishes and materials to reflect brand and local community, interpreting landlord packages, coordinating with real estate managers, architects, vendors and the construction team.• Initiate and lead Saje Change Management quarterly reviews with cross-functional partners to revise brand specifications.• Create branded Layout and Design Principles Manual and maintain with updates.• Interpret real estate landlord packages and review site surveys to provide feasibility recommendations.• Prepare of internal design presentations that include layouts, rendered elevations, and material samples.• Prepare design documents for external architects to ensure accurate communication of the design intent and branding.• Manage project schedules and direct external architects on fit tests, drawing completion dates and permitting to ensure the accuracy, quality and timeliness of all construction documents handed to the construction team.• Plan check design drawings for design intent and accuracy from conceptual ideation through to design development phases.• Consult with internal team members and external partners to develop innovative store fixtures and capture learnings for revision and reiteration.

Key responsibilities include space planning , presenting concept and layout designs, selecting finishes and materials to reflect brand and local community, interpreting landlord packages, coordinating with real estate managers, architects, vendors and the construction team.• Interpret real estate landlord packages and review site surveys to provide feasibility recommendations.• Present completed storefront design concept and store layouts for cross-functional and executive alignment.• Prepare design documents for external architects to ensure accurate communication of the design intent and branding.• Plan check design drawings for design intent and accuracy.• Coordinate with architects and review permit and construction sets.• Manage architects on drawing completion dates, test fits and permitting to ensure the accuracy, quality and timeliness of all construction documents.• Serve as a brand representative for all architecturally related design elements.• Research new materials to provide solutions to meet project and design team goals.• Support in the creation, management and coordination of new project processes for the store design team.

Key responsibilities include space planning , presenting concept and layout designs, selecting finishes and materials to reflect brand and local community, interpreting landlord packages, coordinating with internal and external teams and supporting senior designers. • Interpret real estate landlord packages and review site surveys to provide feasibility recommendations.• Present completed storefront design concept and store layouts to Operations for approval.• Prepare design documents for external architects to ensure accurate communication of the design intent and branding.• Plan check design drawings for design intent and accuracy.• Coordinate with architects and review permit and construction sets• Manage architects on drawing completion dates, test fits and permitting to ensure the accuracy, quality and timeliness of all construction documents.• Research new materials to provide solutions to meet project and design team goals.• Support in the creation, management and coordination of new project processes for the storedesign team.

Key responsibilities include space planning, selecting finishes and materials, presenting concepts and layout designs, managing clients, project schedules, liaising with material sales representatives and sample room curation, coordinating with the general contractor and their trades and vetting potential hires.• Present residential concepts and design solutions to clients.• Prepare construction contract documents.• Develop and create concept presentation decks.• Select interior and exterior materials and colour schemes.• Prepare FF+E and material specification packages.• Hand render exterior and interior elevations, floor plans.• Prepare FF+E budgets, source and procure furniture.• Manage furniture set up and staging.• Provide art direction for interior photo shoots.• Manage and provide content for social media accounts (Facebook, Twitter, Houzz, Blog)

Bachelor Of Interior Design, Interior Design

Certificate, Interdisciplinary Design Studies