Manager, Interior Design

About Us 

At WeWork, we provide flexible workspace solutions to help businesses of all sizes thrive in more than 37 countries worldwide. The future of work is here, and we’re not just a part of that movement—we’re leading it. United by a desire to build a global community, our purpose is to give members the support to do their best work, and the space to take their ideas to new heights. Join us as we empower tomorrow’s world at work. 

About the Opportunity

WeWork seeks a Design Manager with at least eight years of experience for our Global Design Studio. The Design Manager will create vibrant co-working environments, collaborative spaces, and special projects as well as develop the standards and processes utilized by the Studio. Rapid project schedules require organization, tenacity, and ability to work with others. Periodic travel may be required. Portfolios must be submitted for consideration.

The Global Design Studio group is an international, interdisciplinary team that includes architects, interior designers, graphic artists, and workplace strategists. With this in mind, you must be able to work alongside our other global functional teams in these sectors, bringing a cross-functional mindset that allows us to grow better together. The successful candidate will encourage out-of-the-box creative thinking of the highest quality and will report into a Global Creative Director.

Portfolios must be submitted for consideration

Responsibilities:

• Define and maintain an on-brand project aesthetic appropriate to the market, neighborhood, and program of all projects in the United States & Canada
• Act as both a manager and a mentor to regional team members by providing guidance, feedback, and assistance 
• Organize, manage, and run 1:1 discussions with Interior Design staff to plan and track their growth
• Collaborate with the Architecture Team to develop layouts, identify and arrange functional requirements, high-level programming, code analysis, and space planning. Produce all design and handoff packages using Revit, including programming, layout, AoR and GC handoff, and stakeholder-related deliverables.
• Communicate regularly to management and the project team with project updates
• Ensure project design intent follows WeWork brand standards and best practices
• Develop a design concept/mood and implementation method, from the concept phase through project execution. Produce complete design packages, including interior design drawings, lighting strategy, millwork schematics, FF&E specifications, technical drawings, and coordinate AoR and GC hand-offs.
• Stay current with, identify, and select design trends, materials, and FF&E which align with our brand standards. Work closely with the Procurement team to generate and manage FF&E project schedules, track FF&E supply chain (lead times, quantities, finishes), and maintain internal catalogues and FF&E design standards
• Vendor liaising, materials and samples review, and material library management
• Construction administration: Monitor design execution during Staging and Closeout Stages to ensure design intent is maintained through project installation, including leading internal and external team meetings as needed, providing clear, concise, and actionable agendas and communication.

About You

The Global Design Studio is looking for motivated individuals with a love of learning and collaboration who are eager to join a workplace built around the mindset of “we” over “me”. We’re committed to investing in team member growth and encourage applicants to consider the direct and/or indirect ways in which they meet the following criteria.

Candidates may be placed at the Manager or Senior Manager level based on the following.

• 8+ years professional design experience on high quality commercial or hospitality interiors; mixed-use residential, cultural, and institutional experience will also be considered
• 2+ years of people management experience

• BS or BA Degree required, with a major in Interior Design or Architecture
• A commitment to delivering outstanding and thoughtful work
• Self-directed with a high level of initiative and a ‘can do’ attitude
• Highly resourceful problem solver and a quick learner
• Comfort working independently and in a fast-paced environment
• Impeccable and concise communication and presentation skills, verbal and written
• Strong time management skills and experience managing multiple projects simultaneously & meet deadlines
• Experience working with project schedules (timelines, quantities, prices, SKUs, etc.)
• Proficient in the following programs: Google Suite, Bluebeam Revu, Revit, and  AutoCad (required) 
• Working knowledge of Enscape, Adobe Creative Suite, Sketchup (preferred)
• Fluency in local language or dialect. High command of the English language, both spoken and written.

Compensation & Benefits

Base Pay: $106,500 to $142,000 annually

Incentive Compensation: WeWork employees are eligible to participate in an incentive plan specific to their role. Your recruiter will detail what incentive plan is applicable to this specific role. WeWork incentive plans are subject to the terms of the applicable incentive compensation plan, which will be made available to you after commencing employment. WeWork reserves the right to amend its incentive plans, and nothing in this job requisition or any other document creates a right to a specific incentive plan payment.

Benefits: Full-time employees are eligible for comprehensive benefits (subject to the terms of applicable plans/policies/agreements, which will be made available to you after commencing employment), including: 20 days of PTO, approximately 13 paid holidays, and 80 hours of paid sick time per full calendar year; 16 weeks paid parental leave; competitive healthcare benefits; 401k plan; and life and AD&D insurance.

Life at WeWork

Being a WeWorker is more than just a job. We believe the magic of work is sparked by the passion you bring, the places you go, the people you meet and the purpose you follow. And it starts here. Here you will brush shoulders with those who dare to dream and do. Here you will be welcomed by a community that embraces and inspires you—because together we can achieve more. Here we challenge ideas, and explore new ways of getting things done. Whether you are part of our Employee Community Groups, or part of a global project, we ask you to bring your open-minded attitude and collaborative spirit. In return, you will be part of a team where your unique perspectives are celebrated.

WeWork is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil status, pregnancy (or pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression, transgender status or gender reassignment, race, color, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including genetic testing and characteristics), military or veteran status, or any other grounds or characteristic that is protected under the law. WeWork is also proud to be an affirmative action employer with respect to veterans and individuals with disabilities.