Designer 2

Overview

MG2, an affiliate of Colliers Engineering & Design is currently looking for a Designer (Level 2) to join our team in our New York, NY office!

You will be working in our Consumer Experiences (CX) Market, where you will have the opportunity to design and deliver on various types of fast-moving Retail, Food & Beverage and Luxury projects that anticipate the needs and lifestyle shifts of evolving users.

Designers at this level assist with the generation of original concept designs and are key contributors to all phases of the design process. Their primary focus is generating comprehensive design solutions and subsequent documentation. Emphasis is on programming, space planning, material selections, casework and fixture design, and FF&E specifications. Staff at this level may work on independently managed design projects or as part of a larger design team. They can clearly communicate original ideas both graphically and verbally and are expected to contribute to the production of design documentation and other deliverables as necessary to ensure continuity throughout the design, documentation, and construction process. Designers on this track have expertise in retail or experiential design and/or possess other specialized design skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the generation of original design concepts and completion of design deliverables including preliminary design documentation, conceptual plans and elevations, and 3D renderings. Primary focus is on ensuring accurate and comprehensive design documentation.
• Work collaboratively with architectural and design staff on experiential concept designs and projects of various types and scale. This includes a detailed understanding of how jurisdictional requirements, client standards, constructability, and programmatic guidelines impact and inform concept designs.
• Collaborate directly with project teams to integrate conceptual design work into contract documents, including assisting with construction document production as needed. Designers may be asked to participate in Design Documentation and Construction Documentation, but this is primarily a Concept Design and Schematic Design focused role.
• Conduct design research from a wide variety of benchmarking sources and proactively identify and follow retail trends and cutting-edge experiential design.
• Complete timely and accurate surveys of existing conditions in spaces identified as potential sites for tenant improvements, as required.
• Research project materiality and FF&E specifications with a detailed understanding of durability and aesthetic qualities, as well as sustainable design considerations.
• Coordinate project deliverable with project partners through proactive communication.
• Assist with data collection, project programming and preliminary space planning.
• Actively contribute to QA/QC reviews of design deliverables and design related construction documents to ensure design intent is maintained throughout all project phases.
• Assist with generating design focused project specifications as needed. Perform relevant research of products and materials as necessary.
• Contribute to the production of design deliverables used in RFP/RFQ responses and marketing proposals.
• Actively participate in efforts to build and support a design culture at MG2, including adherence to design rigor standards and processes.
• Produce accurate and timely work in accordance with the project schedules and workplans. Work should demonstrate understanding of design intent and comprehension of project budget.

Qualifications

• Bachelor‘s or master's degree in architecture, interior design, or a related field.
• 6-8 years of experience in a professional architectural or design firm with demonstrated retail experience; Food & Beverage and Hospitality experience a plus.
• Demonstrated experience in developing design concepts, design production and 3D visualization.
• Understanding of the relationship between design and constructability.
• Proficient with Revit, Sketch-Up, Auto-CAD, Adobe Creative Suite, VRay and Enscape.
• Experience selecting finish materials, furniture, fixtures, and equipment.
• Experience with sustainable material sourcing, documentation of embodied carbon preferred.
• Strong understanding of designing to balance customer experience and operational / merchandising needs in a store environment.
• Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.

Compensation: $70,000 to $85,000 per year (depending on qualifications) 

What We Offer

At MG2, an affiliate of Colliers Engineering & Design, we value our employees with great benefits and worthwhile programs. We are proud of the many initiatives at MG2 such as our focus on Sustainability, our passion for Equity, Diversity & Inclusion, and our fifty-year anniversary celebration. We promote MG2 culture firmwide and within each of our offices through monthly recognition, happy hours, summer events, and an end of year Holiday Party to celebrate our accomplishments. People make the place at MG2 – Join our growing firm today!

MG2 offers competitive benefits that support our employees in their life and career. This position is eligible for company benefits including but not limited to:

• Employer provided employee healthcare plan and reduced cost premium plans, life insurance, and short and long-term disability coverage.
• Paid Time Off, 7 paid Holidays, and an additional 3 Floating Holidays.
• Employer sponsored Family Planning Program and employer Paid Parental Leave.
• Learning & Career Development opportunities.
• Employee Wellness and Employee Assistance Program.
• Participation in a 401K program including eligible company match percentage, after waiting period.