Who We're Looking For:

A Licensed Architect. The ideal candidate will possess previous experience in the food/beverage, hospitality, or culinary industries.

Roles and Responsibilities:

As Associate Director of Design, you'll merge architectural expertise with creative leadership in managing projects and teams. Your key responsibilities will include:

- Design Leadership

  - Lead the design team in crafting innovative and creative design solutions that align with project objectives and exceed client expectations.

  - Offer design direction, mentorship, and constructive feedback to team members.

  - Lead and facilitate design reviews and meetings with Sales Lead and clients.

- Project Management

  - Collaborate and oversee multiple commercial food service projects.

  - Ensure the design process stays on course, meeting scope, budget, and timeline constraints.

  - Coordinate project schedules, milestones, and deliverables to ensure smooth project progression.

- Client Collaboration

  - Engage with clients to fully grasp their vision, needs, and requirements.

  - Conduct client presentations and site visits, with occasional travel as required.

  - Act as a consultant when necessary.

- Quality Assurance

  - Uphold design deliverables to the highest standards, in line with established guidelines and best practices.

  - Maintain comprehensive project scheduling, sequencing, and expectations, even when managing multiple concurrent or conflicting projects.

- Professional Development

  - Keep abreast of architectural trends, emerging technologies, and industry best practices to enhance your skills and contribute to the growth of the design team.

- Architectural registration in any jurisdiction.

- A minimum of 5 years of experience in a design management role.

- Demonstrated proficiency in organizational and communication skills at a professional level.

- Strong skills in AutoCAD, with a basic understanding of SketchUp, Revit, and MS Office.

- Exceptional presentation skills.

- Proficient in team leadership and cross-departmental collaboration.

- A solid understanding of the costs associated with Food Service environments.

About Atlantic Culinary Environments

With a legacy dating back to 1985, Atlantic Culinary Environments has been at the forefront of foodservice design, construction, and transformation. Our holistic approach encompasses foodservice design, construction, renovation, millwork/stainless-steel fabrication, equipment procurement, and consultancy. Rooted in an unwavering commitment to quality, innovation, and client satisfaction, we consistently raise the bar in both design and execution.

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