W3Global Inc. is hiring: Foodservice Designer in Minneapolis

Position overview: A Foodservice Designer is responsible for the planning, design, and specification of foodservice facilities, ensuring efficient workflows, optimal functionality, and compliance with all relevant codes and regulations. You will work closely with clients, architects, and contractors to bring their visions to life and create innovative and practical solutions. This is an administrative role that requires you to regularly exercise discretion and independent judgement to design and specify equipment.

Responsibilities:

• Meet with clients and design team members to understand project objectives.

• Develop layouts that optimize workflow, and space utilization.

• Specify appropriate equipment based on the project objectives, operation, and technical requirements.

• Draft plans, elevations, details, and views for construction documents.

• Write construction specifications for all equipment including installation methods and accessories.

• Reconcile plans and specifications and coordinate with architecture, interior design, structure, and MEP.

• Manage budgets and provide value engineering solutions to optimize efficiency and effectiveness.

• Proactively identify and resolve clashes or interferences.

• Attend coordination meetings and coordinate with designers and contractors throughout the project.

• Review and respond to submittals, RFIs, substitution requests, and other construction admin tasks.

• Building strong client relationships through effective communication and project management.

• Manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.

• Log work time using project management software per project and administrative tasks.

• Stay current with industry trends, standards, technologies, and relevant regulations.

• Contribute to the development of internal design standards and best practices.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of two years of combined, progressive professional experience demonstrating expertise in

• Commercial foodservice facility design, Revit modeling, and construction administration.

• Proficiency in Revit, Bluebeam, AutoQuotes CPQ, KCL, Microsoft Suite, and Google Workspace.

• Exceptional attention to detail and organization skills.

• Critical thinking, problem solving, and analytical skills.

• In-person and virtual presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills.

• Knowledge of building and health codes, and ADA requirements related to foodservice facilities.

• Understanding of project management principles, and construction administration.

• Knowledge of foodservice operations, equipment, and constructability.

• Have a growth mindset and the ability to learn and adapt.

Expected work hours:

The typical work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, totaling a minimum of 40 hours per week. However, due to the nature of project deadlines and client needs, flexibility in work hours may occasionally be required. This role may also involve occasional travel for client meetings, site visits, and training.