Design Manager

Design Manager, Hospitality, Cruise Ship & Senior Living

The Design Manager will oversee the functional, safe, and aesthetically pleasing spaces for American Cruise Lines' expanding fleet of small passenger vessels. This position requires an optimistic and solution focused approach to selecting furniture, fixtures, equipment, layouts, decorative items all while adhering to relevant USCG regulations and budgetary constraints.

The Design Manager will spend time in the shipyard during the construction phase and during drydock to ensure all aesthetic items and design elements are incorporated in the build or refurbishment as approved by company standards and approved design packages. The Manager also supports and maintains the quality of the interior spaces onboard the existing fleet of ships. The manager provides new design concepts and updated layouts to support the refurbishment and growth of the fleet.

The Design Manager will work with ACL leadership, Chesapeake Shipbuilding and outside contractors and consultants to deliver vessels on time and budget. This position is part of the Product team and reports to the Director of Product

American Cruise Lines is passionate about exploring our country and sharing its many stories with our guests. The manager will support that mission by creating appealing spaces onboard our ships that allow our guests to travel in comfort and style on the best waterways America has to offer. We are proud of our country and excited to explore it, in style.

Our company's values are Optimism, Commitment, Patriotism, and Merit. We live these values every day and we look for people who share them as we Share America's Story on the Finest American Ships.

Responsibilities :

• Manages large-scale design projects simultaneously, according to desired objectives and goals from senior leadership.
• Uses AutoCAD, Photoshop, Rendering and modelling software to prepare and illustrate final plans.
• Supervises in-house Interior Designers.
• Manages and develops presentation boards, renderings, drawings, floor plans, elevations, detail sections, finishes schedules, lighting / reflective ceiling plans and area specifications, as needed.
• Maintains current knowledge of trends and materials, techniques, and other developments in interior design.
• Provides material, fabric reselection and design change support.
• Provides updated design concepts and layouts as needed for refurbishment projects
• Determines timelines and project costs and presents accurate estimates.
• Oversees the installation of materials, furniture, and other design elements.
• Makes recommendations for replacement and improvements of shipboard spaces.
• Works with Purchasing team on orders or obtains necessary materials, adhering to USCG regulations and budget specifications.
• Ensures satisfaction by visiting ships frequently and resolves any issues or concerns.
• Supports the standardization of ships décor, furniture, and accessories.
• Make recommendations to improve the maintainability of the interior design elements on the ships; impose design standards to increase life-cycle cost effectiveness.
• Approves material samples, proposed substitutes, and contractors' shop drawings for refurbishment projects to ensure design objectives are accurately reflected.
• Performs other duties as required. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.

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Why Join American Cruise Lines?

At American Cruise Lines, our people are the driving force behind our success. As the nation's leader in U.S. river cruising, we're experiencing rapid growth - and we're investing in top talent to grow with us. When you join our team, you'll find a dynamic work environment that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence, with real opportunities to build your career and make an impact.