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Director ,Planning and Design
Viacom
New York, NY, United States
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Overview and Responsibilities
Fueled by the possibilities of design, ideas and knowledge, our internal Planning & Design Team has delivered groundbreaking spaces for clients that include MTV, Nickelodeon, VH1, BET, Comedy Central, Spike, TV Land and CMT.
Viacom’s Planning & Design Team is hiring a strategic innovative Project Director and change agent with a proven record to deliver successful corporate projects to join our team.
The role of Director, Planning & Design will focus on the design strategy, project planning, budgeting and oversight of Viacom Construction projects. The job requires the ability to create strategic plans and corporate workplace design strategies in collaboration with a number of internal and external resources/groups – fulfilling client needs while also managing expectations around budget and logistics.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• The Director will manage multiple construction projects for all Viacom facility expansions. This includes representing Viacom to outside consultants hired to design and build the space as well as serving as “Owner Representative” at design and construction meetings.
• The Director will manage all phases of the design process from inception through completion, including but not limited to: programming, space planning, schematic design, design development, furniture (specification and purchasing), detailed project budgets, bidding & award, permit, construction documentation & administration, project close-out and the Leed process.
• The Director will create pilots of workplace innovation programs, which includes: benchmarks, metrics tracking, workplace surveys, best practices, space planning guidelines and knowledge sharing globally in order to disseminate strategy across all regions. The Director will also help to create mobility policies with the Technology and Human Resources Department.
• A Leed Accredited Professional is required and in addition should have built LEED projects. The Director will develop and maintain the Sustainability program with the Vice President. This will include creating a resources database that will help/benchmark Viacom to strive to include all LEED practices within our new and existing facilities.
• Budget management creation and reconciliation of multiple projects in excess of multi-million dollars is required.
• Proven ability to write RFP’s and negotiate contracts for services, consultants and contractors.
• Establish and manage relationships with vendors and furniture dealers to maximize their value as it relates to price and service.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:
• Minimum of 10 years in architecture and interior design with at least 5 years in interior design and/or project management experience with an architectural or interior design firm.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience with corporate facility planning department preferred
• Excellent computer skills i.e.; Word, Excel, Illustrator, Photoshop and AutoCAD (Revit), Knowledge of 3-D modeling, InDesign and Sketch Up.
• Extensive knowledge of building systems, codes and ADA requirements. This also includes working knowledge of the NYC Permit Process
• Active membership in IIDA, AIA, or Core Net. New York Certified Interior Designer a plus.
• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Interior Design or related degree with a strong concentration in design.
• Commitment and passion for design; ability to connect concept through to the details.
• Ideal candidate will influence and or negotiate to successfully change cultural attitudes as a means to introduce innovative ways of working globally.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks