DIRECTOR - DESIGN HOTEL AND CASINOS

Under the direction of the Sr. Vice-President Development & Operations (SVP), the incumbent is responsible for overall design development of projects.

Must adhere to the Seminole Tribe's Policies and Procedures.

Assist with project design development with senior management, Development Department staff and property General Managers. Assist Director of Pre-Construction Services with project budget development (as needed). Assist SVP with the solicitation, interview and selection of all architects, designers and consultants. Review/assist with the development of all design-related proposals and agreements.

Manage the design process, working with design team to source and select interior materials, finishes, and furnishings; create project specification documentation and assemble presentation boards. Prepare and maintain project budgets including FF&E, A&E, AV, OS&E, casino furniture, signage and other categories based on the individual project. Communicate and collaborate with external project team designers and Development Department personnel as well as consultants and contractors. Conduct site visits, monitor the installation of interiors, and write field reports (out of town travel may be required.)

Establish design schedules and milestones with consultants. Set up/attend weekly or regularly scheduled design development meetings. Manage consultants from Schematic Design (SD), to Design Development (DD) to Construction Drawings (CD). Ensure drawings and designs are completed on time and adhere to the established specifications and standards. Review design progress drawings with senior management, property General Managers and all internal department heads (with the Director of Pre-Construction Services). Obtain milestone approvals from the Director of Pre-Construction Services. Monitor design consultants for adherence to budget criteria and time scheduling. Advise on the development of design standards.

Manage employees to meet standards to maintain a high quality workforce.

Work as a team, helping all employees to complete the required activities that ensure a successful project.

Maintain high morale and low staff turnover rate.

Ability to communicate effectively with guests, team members and management in both written and verbal form. Able to self-start and persist with specific courses of action while exhibiting high motivation. Able to make decisions on available information and take action. Able to organize time and work efforts effectively with minimal supervision. Able to relate to routine operations in a manner that is consistent with established protocol. Able to maintain a mature and professional attitude while dealing with time demands, able to work with tight deadlines. Attention to detail imperative.

Knowledgeable about principles of design, construction, engineering, and building regulations. Experienced with standard concepts, practices, and procedures specific to Interior Design. Experienced in programming, space planning, and detailing specific to Interior Design. Ability to review plans, specifications, shop drawings and material samples. Creativity in the development of hospitality design related interiors. Ability to work independently, and to manage independent teams. Proficiency in Word, Excel, Acrobat, and graphic design programs such as Power Point, Photoshop, or similar. Familiarity with AutoCAD and Revit for the coordination with project team CAD interior designers desired.

B.A. Degree in Architecture, Interior Design or related field.

4 to 6 years experience in casino / hospitality design or related field, including management of staff.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Performance of job duties will require sitting, standing, walking, lifting, reaching, pushing, pulling and grasping.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work is typically performed in an office environment or construction site. However, work may be conducted in the casino, which may be unusually hot, cold, noisy, and may contain second hand smoke. Work may be performed in small areas with a 3 ft. wide access. These tasks include the maintenance and care of assigned area. Constant contact with fellow team members and guests.

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