Sr Interior Designer-000337

This includes implementing the majority of capital improvements for properties owned by Ashford Hospitality Trust (NYSE: AHT) and Braemar Hotels and Resorts (NYSE: BHR), and other hotel and mulit-family ownership groups. As an Interior Designer, you will work on the interior renovation of projects with varying levels of complexity from design through construction and installation. You will work with and receive mentorship from senior members in the department. Have greater responsibility for projects than a Jr Designer, while still receiving input from senior staffPossess an interest in the hospitality business and an awareness of changing trends in design and the industryUnderstand the basics of the hospitality industry and apply them to projectsWork collaboratively with individuals throughout the organization, give clear direction and communicate ideas effectivelyAnalyze scope and budgets and with input from senior staff, make adjustments and develop designs to meet scope and budget Work with project managers, hotel engineers and others to gain information needed for documentation of a projectPossess the ability to visualize and create a space not only as it relates to furniture and finishes, but to the shape and interior architectural details of the space as wellPerform field verification with the appropriate supporting documentationAccurately perform quantity take-offs and create budgetsSpace plan by hand sketching or using CADPossess extensive familiarity with local and national vendors for furniture, fabrics and architectural materials, and hold responsibility for the selection of thesePrepare design presentations for Ownership and the hotel Brands using a combination of sketches, PowerPoint and Photoshop. Have the ability to discuss them with contractors Participate in the construction administration of projects and reviews of submittals, review submittals, shop drawings and answer RFI'sAttend project pre-bid and or FF&E installations on ownAttend weekly project conference calls if considered the most senior designer on the project.Communicate with purchasing and project management on a regular basis throughout the projectDevelop organization and time management skills and the ability to multi-task and prioritizeContribute to office activities, initiatives and learning programs