[Hiring] Project Designer @Keilhauer

Role Description

The Project Designer assumes responsibility for education and support of the sales representatives and North American dealership network as it relates to product application expertise. In this role, you will apply your expertise with product and IT applications to produce high-quality design work to support sales and expert consultation on dealer requirements.

As the Project Designer, you are:

• Highly resourceful, flexible, and adaptable.
• Proactive, ambitious, and driven to succeed.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple projects with competing deadlines and priorities.
• Capable of inspiring, mentoring, coaching, and partnering effectively.
• Excellent in communication, relationship-building, and problem-solving.
• A creative thinker who seeks to create solutions and efficiencies.

Primary Responsibilities

• Business Development
  • Generates accurate scope of job based on customer expectations.
  • Works with Sales Reps to educate Designers and Dealer Reps on product solutions.
  • Assists in the development of sales strategy when required.
  • Maintains current knowledge of the industry, products, methods, and trends.
• Design Consultation
  • Establishes meaningful visual space planning requirements.
  • Prepares design proposals including RFP proposals and creative content.
  • Works with Sales Reps and Dealer Reps to leverage digital tools.
  • Prepares graphic renderings of Keilhauer's multi-component lines.
  • Works with Sales Reps, Dealers, and Engineering to review design modifications.
• Project Management
  • Manages projects through all necessary departments.
  • Maintains strong product knowledge to support Sales Reps and Dealers.
  • Collaborates with stakeholders to develop project requirements.
  • Ensures project scope minimizes waste and reduces complexity.
  • Identifies, tracks, and resolves project issues.
  • Proactively distributes project information to stakeholders.
• Planning and Administration of Tasks
  • Identifies and documents all business, technical, product, and process requirements.
  • Maintains complete files on all projects.
  • Works with internal departments to obtain necessary resources.
  • Conducts research on competitive products.
  • Leads change management by documenting modifications to product scope.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree, plus at least 3-5 years' design experience required.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with solid understanding of manufacturing processes.
• Office furniture dealership experience or commercial design strongly preferred.
• Previous experience directing teams is an asset.
• Ability to work in multiple platforms (AutoCAD, SketchUp, CET, Revit, G Suite, NetSuite, PPT, Slack, etc.).
• Proficiency in Adobe Suite and Microsoft Office Programs.

Working Conditions

• Frequently required to stand, walk, talk, or hear and meet with groups of people.
• Noise level is quiet to moderate.
• Some functions conducted in the manufacturing facility, with exposure to dust and noise.
• Comfortable with frequent, dynamic interaction with clients and internal stakeholders.
• Able to manage interruptions and adapt to priorities quickly.
• Must maintain a sense of urgency and composure under tight timelines.
• Must work with minimal supervision.
• Must follow all company and OHSA Safety regulations.

Does This Role Sound Like a Fit?

Keilhauer is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive, respectful environment for all employees. If you require accommodation during the recruitment and selection process, please let us know and we will work with you to support your needs.

If this role is for you, please send your resume and tell us why you would be a great addition to our team! Please note that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Please note that AI may be used during the recruitment and selection process.