Actalent
Senior Design Manager
Actalent, Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215
Description:
At least 8-10 years of experience in a design leadership role, preferably in the retail or restaurant industry.
Proven experience in guiding the overall vision, style, and aesthetic direction of design projects.
Strong portfolio experience demonstrating the ability to set creative parameters and achieve consistent, high-quality design outcomes.
Experience in developing, managing, and updating design guidelines or playbooks for multi-location enterprises.
Demonstrated ability to ensure design standards remain relevant, updated with industry trends, and aligned with organizational goals.
Background in managing comprehensive sign programs, including exterior and interior signage, menu boards, and branding elements.
Knowledgeable in ensuring signage consistency and alignment with brand identity to enhance customer experience.
Experience in the selection, procurement, placement, and maintenance of FFE within retail or restaurant environments.
Ability to create cohesive and functional design elements that align with brand image and operational requirements.
Experience in sourcing ideas through market trends and incorporating them into design processes.
Ability to gather and integrate innovative ideas from various stakeholders, including regional brand partners, into store design standards.
Technical Skills:
Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), AutoCAD, SketchUp, or similar tools.
Familiarity with project management tools and software to track progress, manage timelines, and coordinate with teams (e.g., MS Project, Trello, Asana).
Analytical Skills:
Strong analytical skills to interpret data related to design effectiveness, market trends, and customer feedback.
Education:
A bachelor’s degree in design, architecture, interior design, or a related field is required. Certifications:
Relevant certifications in project management (e.g., PMP) or design are a plus.
Skills:
interior design, architecture
Top Skills Details:
interior design,architecture
Additional Skills & Qualifications:
Architecture, interior design, retail, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), AutoCAD, SketchUp,
Experience Level:
Expert Level
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.
At least 8-10 years of experience in a design leadership role, preferably in the retail or restaurant industry.
Proven experience in guiding the overall vision, style, and aesthetic direction of design projects.
Strong portfolio experience demonstrating the ability to set creative parameters and achieve consistent, high-quality design outcomes.
Experience in developing, managing, and updating design guidelines or playbooks for multi-location enterprises.
Demonstrated ability to ensure design standards remain relevant, updated with industry trends, and aligned with organizational goals.
Background in managing comprehensive sign programs, including exterior and interior signage, menu boards, and branding elements.
Knowledgeable in ensuring signage consistency and alignment with brand identity to enhance customer experience.
Experience in the selection, procurement, placement, and maintenance of FFE within retail or restaurant environments.
Ability to create cohesive and functional design elements that align with brand image and operational requirements.
Experience in sourcing ideas through market trends and incorporating them into design processes.
Ability to gather and integrate innovative ideas from various stakeholders, including regional brand partners, into store design standards.
Technical Skills:
Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), AutoCAD, SketchUp, or similar tools.
Familiarity with project management tools and software to track progress, manage timelines, and coordinate with teams (e.g., MS Project, Trello, Asana).
Analytical Skills:
Strong analytical skills to interpret data related to design effectiveness, market trends, and customer feedback.
Education:
A bachelor’s degree in design, architecture, interior design, or a related field is required. Certifications:
Relevant certifications in project management (e.g., PMP) or design are a plus.
Skills:
interior design, architecture
Top Skills Details:
interior design,architecture
Additional Skills & Qualifications:
Architecture, interior design, retail, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), AutoCAD, SketchUp,
Experience Level:
Expert Level
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.