Interior Design Lead at WeWork

New York, New York, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Interior Design, Real Estate, Workspace SolutionsIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor or Masters degree in a design or design-related field, including but not limited to Interior Design or Architecture
  • 4+ years professional design experience on high quality commercial or hospitality interiors; mixed-use residential, cultural, and institutional experience will also be considered
  • Portfolios must be submitted for consideration
  • A commitment to delivering outstanding high-quality design
  • Excellent verbal, written, and graphic communication skills
  • Excellent decision-making skills
  • Self-directed with a high level of initiative and a 'can do' attitude and open to feedback
  • Highly resourceful problem solver and quick learner
  • Strong time management skills
  • Exceptional at joinery design with a great understanding of critical FF&E principles and dimensions
  • Having a good understanding of construction materials, a keen eye for finishes, and an ability to use color combinations effectively
  • Skilled staging and styling spaces
  • Possessing good spatial perception and sensitivity towards lighting requirements in each space
  • Passionate and curious about the built environment. Maintain a desire for design knowledge
  • Proficient in the following programs: BIM Revit (Essential), Enscape, all things Google, Bluebeam Revu, Adobe Creative Suite, and MS Office
  • Proven track record as an exceptional creative interior designer and an understanding of brand identity at its deepest level
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and encourage out-of-the-box creative thinking, while ensuring product does not lose speed or quality
  • Cross-functional mindset to work alongside global functional teams

Responsibilities

  • Support key initiatives from creation to implementation
  • Participate in ideating the conceptual framework for the project
  • Coordinate closely with the Design & Creative Director focused on defining and maintaining an on-brand project aesthetic appropriate to the market, neighborhood and program
  • Communicate regularly to management and the project team with project updates and work alongside and receive mentorship from Design & Creative Director
  • Produce complete design packages, including interior design drawings, lighting strategy, joinery and FF&E specifications, technical drawings, and AoR and GC coordination
  • For each project, identify and arrange the functional requirements, high-level programming, code analysis, and space planning. Produce all design and handoff packages using Revit, including programming, layout, AoR and GC handoff, and stakeholder-related deliverables
  • Stay current with design, material and FF&E, and liaise with Supply Chain and Logistics leadership and vendors to optimize FF&E selection and procurement
  • Lead internal and external team meetings as needed, providing clear, concise and actionable agendas and communication

Skills

Interior Design
Space Planning
FF&E Specifications
Technical Drawings
Lighting Strategy
Joinery
Code Analysis
Brand Identity
AutoCAD
Revit

WeWork

Provides coworking and office space solutions

About WeWork

WeWork provides shared workspaces and office solutions for individuals and businesses. Their spaces are designed to be flexible, allowing users to rent desks or private offices based on their needs. WeWork's locations are equipped with amenities such as high-speed internet, meeting rooms, and communal areas, making it easy for members to collaborate and network. Unlike traditional office rentals, WeWork offers short-term leases and a variety of membership plans, catering to freelancers, startups, and larger enterprises. The goal of WeWork is to create environments that foster productivity and community among its members.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters
2010Year Founded
$12,795.1MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Social Impact, Real EstateIndustries
5,001-10,000Employees

Benefits

Competitive healthcare benefits
Life and AD&D insurance
401(k) matching
20 days of PTO
10 paid holidays
80 hours of paid sick time per full calendar year
16 weeks paid parental leave

Risks

Increased competition from Upflex threatens WeWork's market share.
WeWork's $19 billion debt limits financial flexibility and growth investment.
Bankruptcy filing indicates financial instability, risking client trust and membership decline.

Differentiation

WeWork transforms buildings into dynamic, collaborative workspaces for creativity and focus.
WeWork offers infrastructure, services, events, and tech for creators to thrive.
WeWork's eco-friendly workspaces attract environmentally conscious businesses.

Upsides

Flexible workspace demand is increasing with hybrid work models benefiting WeWork.
Digital nomadism rise creates global demand for coworking spaces, expanding WeWork's market.
Corporate downsizing in favor of flexible leases aligns with WeWork's offerings.

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