Luminaire Interior Architect Team Sales Lead

Business Functions: SALES & MARKETING

Locations: US - USA/San Francisco

Combine your passion for design with your exceptional selling skills and take charge of your future. Utilize your talent, remarkable interpersonal skills and keen eye for detail to present our philosophy of design.

About Luminaire:
Luminaire has been a pioneering force in the design world for over 40 years, during which time it has reshaped the idea of what a design store can be. It is an interactive design research center, a playground for the soul, an esplanade for discovery. More than anything else, however, it is a resource focused on creating environments that affect people's lives. The component parts of this unifying philosophy - the necessity of design education, the desire for limitless inspiration and the requirement for impeccably detailed execution - affect every item in our collection, and reflect our dedication to make good design accessible to all.

Summary:
Develops architectural plans to be used in the facilitation of design, sales, and client satisfaction.
Reports to Showroom Manager.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Develops space plans; provides design concepts to meet architectural and interior design solutions up to Luminaire standards and in a timely manner.
2. Develops preliminary drawings for complete projects including but not limited to floor plans, elevations, and sections and selected ceiling plans.
3. Recommends selection of colors, materials, furnishings, lighting, and accessories.
4. Provides technical drawings for Sales Associates to complete orders.
5. Develops finish schedules and prepares color books that are accurately coordinated with those schedules and construction drawings.
6. Prepares specifications and vision drawings for furniture placement at client site.
7. Responsible to ensure accuracy of measurements for Sales & Design Consultants.
8. Verifies and draws existing building and interior space plans, using site field measurements if applicable.
9. Coordinates with general and sub-contractors while maintaining thorough and accurate communication and project documentation from project inception to completion.
10. Assists Design & Sales Consultant in client visits, presentations and communication where relevant.
11. Responsible for all internal design-related communication.
12. Attends all vendor training sessions.
13. Completes all assigned online training classes in the proposed time frame.
14. Works closely with IA Team to develop client solutions that are unique, creative and elaborate on the original concept.
15. Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or related field.
2. 2 years of experience in job offered or related.
3. Working knowledge of space planning and budgeting.
4. Expert in trends, construction methods, finishes and furniture specifications as well as project administration.
5. Strong graphic and visualization skills, be capable of using 2D/3D software, including AutoCAD, Sketch up, Photoshop, Illustrator, and PowerPoint.
6. Expertise with European furniture systems, included but not limited to wardrobe systems, kitchen & bathroom and all wall related systems.

Skills:

1. Design: Generates creative solutions; Translates concepts and information into images; Uses feedback to modify designs; Applies design principles; Demonstrates attention to detail.
2. Problem Solving: Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
3. Project Management: Develops project plans; Coordinates projects; Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time and budget; Manages project team activities.
4. Technical Skills: Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.
5. Teamwork: Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.

Work Locations: San Francisco/CA