Client engagement and management from determination of project goals, to presenting project information and design solutions and building consensus on decisions, ultimately developing ongoing relationships for potential new business
Create and develop design options and project presentation materials. Push limits to explore creative possibilities when appropriate with a strong sense of design for three-dimensional context and environment
Prepare design documentation and direct/coordinate with production design staff in correctly documenting design and preparing production-ready art files for fabrication
Prepare and distribute Request for Proposals for the implementation scope of work, coordinate the bid process and assist client in reviewing/awarding bids
Review shop drawings, print proofs and/or samples. Lead implementation phase coordination, prepare/review punch lists and coordinate project close-out activities
Be the project lead to plan, schedule, conduct and coordinate each project phase. Develop and manage project workplans to meet the expectations for scope, hours, and deliverables. Ensure financial success of projects with frequent review of project budget reports, pre-billing reports and invoices

Minimum of 5-8 years of environmental graphic design, wayfinding, and placemaking experience preferred
Experience with concept through construction administration phases of work
Strong presentation skills to communicate strategies and solutions
Project management, time management and organizational skills to lead and service multiple, concurrent projects
Expertise in code research and requirements related to signage, wayfinding and environmental graphic elements
Expertise in Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, CAD Tools)
Working knowledge of SketchUp, Revit or other 3D modeling is a plus
Hand sketching ability to communicate concepts a plus
Familiarity with fabrication, installation techniques, materials and construction specifications required
Ability to read and understand architectural and engineering plans
Ability to plan and execute project work plans, including scope definition, project strategy, deliverables, and staffing resources
Experience working in the built environment and designing both 3D and 2D solutions
Person should have strong ideation skills, be a critical thinker, demonstrate strategic thinking, and be self-motivated.
The ideal candidate should have experience working on projects involving multiple disciplines and can take direction from multiple people and prioritize tasks

The compensation range is $80k-$95k, plus benefits. Read more about Life at Ware Malcomb. The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, licensing, project specialty/complexity and work location. We may exceed the posted compensation range for candidates who surpass the posted requirements. At Ware Malcomb, certain roles are bonus eligible.

Project Designer, Branding – Environmental Graphic Design

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