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About Matter Real Estate

Matter Real Estate is a growing, entrepreneurial real estate advisory and project management firm based in Manhattan. 

We are on a mission to build a multi-disciplinary team of exceptional professionals – including architects, engineers and construction managers – to help our clients execute complex real estate projects. We specialize in assisting mission-oriented organizations and property owners to successfully plan and effectively build space that is highly-functional and economical. 

We believe that real estate is not just in the pro forma but exists as a place and thing – therefore, having a passion for design and construction is essential to succeed at our firm. We are seeking a Project Associate with an excellent track record of accomplishment, an exceptional work ethic and a desire to learn and grow. The ideal candidate is very organized and is self-motivated to produce very high-quality work and is driven to take on “stretch” assignments. Attention to detail is a must have. 

Required Education and Experience 

This position requires a bachelor’s degree (preferably in architecture, engineering, construction management or other real estate related field but not required) and at least one year of professional work experience . Previous work experience should demonstrate your ability to successfully manage multiple projects simultaneously. The position requires strong written and verbal communication skills and proficiency in MS Office (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and, particularly, Excel). Proficiency in Adobe Create Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop) is a big plus.

We welcome candidates from the design and construction industries looking to broaden their real estate expertise. You will be asked to wear many hats and be given an opportunity to gain exposure to multiple aspects of real estate.   

Summary of Responsibilities

The Project Associate will work closely with the firm’s Principal and Project Managers on a diverse portfolio of real estate projects and transactions in New York City. This role requires exceptional organizational skills, a proactive “owner’s mindset,” and a strong bias toward action. The Project Associate will be responsible for driving projects forward by anticipating needs, tracking details, and ensuring follow-through across all phases of development. Responsibilities include supporting the management of design and construction, leading clear and timely communications with clients and project stakeholders, coordinating multidisciplinary project teams, completing financial analyses, managing project plans and budgets, and attending on-site meetings and walk-throughs to ensure projects are executed efficiently and successfully.

Detailed Responsibilities

The selected candidate will work in a fast-paced, collaborative team environment and is expected to take ownership of their responsibilities from day one. While prior experience in all facets of the role is not required, the ideal candidate brings strong foundational skills, exceptional attention to detail, persistence, and a demonstrated ability to take initiative and see tasks through to completion. As the Project Associate builds a track record of success, responsibilities will expand meaningfully—evolving from supporting task execution to independently owning and leading workstreams, managing priorities, and proactively solving problems as projects advance.

Key responsibilities include:

• Rigorously tracking all open tasks, deadlines, and deliverables, ensuring nothing falls through the cracks
• Driving project momentum through consistent follow-up, coordination, and clear communication with internal teams, consultants, and clients
• Assisting in the preparation of financial feasibility analyses and synthesizing findings into clear, actionable insights
• Leading site searches to identify leasing and acquisition opportunities, including organizing data and coordinating next steps
• Assisting with the formation and coordination of project teams, ensuring alignment across all disciplines
• Supporting management of project budgets and lender relationships, with a strong focus on accuracy, accountability, and timely reporting
• Working closely with architects and engineers to advance pre-development and design efforts, maintaining schedules and deliverables
• Assisting with construction management and project close-out, including documentation, punch lists, and final coordination



Additional Information

• Base salary: $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
• Quarterly and annual bonuses totaling up to 25% of base salary
• Benefits:
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match 
• Hybrid work (3 days per week in office, 2 days per week work from home)
• One-on-one professional development coaching and ongoing mentorship
• Our office is located at 12 East 49th Street, New York, NY 10017

Please submit your resume and a cover letter specifically describing how your experience relates to this position, and why you believe you would be a good fit for this role.  

We look forward to hearing from you. 

Who Are We?

Stand Out For Good, Inc. is a rapidly growing women’s fashion company with 5 unique brands, in 130+ locations, across 38 states. Our stores feel like a sanctuary - a place of beauty from the inside out. From welcoming experiences and warm associates to thoughtfully curated products, our brands are built upon the founding principles of giving back and making a difference in the World.

Our Mission

“Stand Out. For Good”. At Altar’d State, those four words are more than just our motto, they are why we exist. From Mission Mondays, where 10% of our net proceeds go directly to local charitable organizations, to our long-standing partnership with Coprodeli USA, in which we are in the process of building 22 schools for impoverished communities in Peru, we are committed to giving back in meaningful ways to those in need.

The Design + Production Intern will gain hands-on experience supporting the creative design process, production workflow, and build preparation for mall activations, temporary pop-up shops, and in-store decorative installations. This role offers exposure to concepting, layout planning, fabrication techniques, CNC operation, prototyping, and installation support. The intern will work closely with a collaborative, fast-paced creative team to bring immersive, branded environments and display elements to life.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in developing concepts, sketches, mood boards, and visual layouts for mall activations, pop-up shops, and store décor installations.
• Support the creation of production-ready files, including technical drawings, cut files, floor plans, and build assets.
• Participate in hands-on fabrication, including basic shop tools, material prep, and operation of CNC machines.
• Help prototype decorative elements and structural components to test functionality, scale, and finish.
• Support quality checks, assembly steps, and pre-install preparation for displays and activation structures.
• Conduct material, fabrication, and trend research to inform design feasibility and production planning.
• Maintain organized project documentation, digital files, material inventories, and reference assets.

Qualifications

• Junior, senior, or recent graduate pursuing a degree in Industrial Design, Architecture, Set Design , Manufacturing Engineering Technology, or a related field
• Experience with 3-D modeling software like Rhino, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or Blender.
• Familiarity with CAD/CAM software and principles of digital fabrication.
• Basic understanding of CNC machining and other digital fabrication methods.
• Strong design and visualization skills, with the ability to create detailed and accurate models.
• Knowledge of design principles and the ability to apply them to real-world projects.
• Creative problem-solving skills and eagerness to learn new tools and workflows.

Stand Out For Good, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment decisions are decided on the basis of qualification, merit and business need. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex or national origin.

We are proud to share that our associates have made us one of Fortune's Best Companies to Work For! Recently, our team has received the following recognition:

• #73 in Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® 2023
• #4 in Fortune Best Workplaces in Retail™ 2022
• #93 in Best Workplaces for Millennials™ 2023
• #34 in Fortune Best Workplaces for Women™ 2022

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and support the design of exterior components and assemblies from concept through production using CAD. Ensure designs meet functional, aesthetic, and manufacturability requirements.
• Manage the release of production-ready parts, drawings, and Bills of Material (BOM) through PLM systems such as Teamcenter while supporting program milestones and engineering documentation.
• Work closely with suppliers on feasibility, design for manufacturing (DFM), tooling development, and technical reviews to ensure parts meet cost, quality, and timing targets.
• Support validation activities including DVP&R development, testing coordination, and design verification to ensure components meet durability, fit, finish, and performance standards.
• Partner with Styling, Studio, Manufacturing Engineering, CAE, and Program Management teams to ensure exterior components align with vehicle styling intent and production requirements.
• Support DFMEA development and manage engineering changes (ECR/ECO) to resolve design issues and improve product quality throughout the development cycle.
• Provide engineering support during prototype builds, pilot builds, and production launch to address fit, finish, and assembly concerns.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• 3–8+ years of experience in automotive exterior trim design, development, or release engineering.
• Experience using CATIA V5/V6, or similar CAD software for 3D modeling and design development.
• Understanding of plastic injection molding, composite materials, tooling development, and painted exterior components.
• Experience with GD&T, DFMEA, DVP&R, and PPAP processes.
• Familiarity with automotive regulatory requirements such as NHTSA and FMVSS related to exterior vehicle components.

This is what you’ll do:

• Responsible for configuring, operating, and maintaining Audio-Visual (AV) equipment and solutions
• Design, code, test, and troubleshoot the technology and configurations in our conference rooms and custom audio-visual deployment spaces
• Follow the standards and policies defined for the AV services, conference rooms, Zoom/Google services, and running live corporate meetings
• Design, administer, and manage a scalable enterprise-level AV platform based on the business requirements
• Lead testing practices to ensure AV changes/upgrades don’t negatively impact key business applications or user experience.
• Document the deployment, troubleshooting, and operational processes required to build and operate our AV solutions
• Develop custom configurations and/or software solutions around AV services as necessary
• Provide the last line of defense for AV support within IT
• Act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Zoom/Google rooms, Cisco telephony system, conference room architecture/standards, video/audio/web conferencing, and streaming & digital signage infrastructure
• Drive initiatives to continuously improve our end-users’ experience based on user feedback and monitoring data
• Manage enterprise AV platform and leverage your scripting skills to automate activities
• Develop positive relationships with the business and other functions involved in downstream technical processes
• Collaborate with cross functional IT teams
• Look to improve all aspects of the AV services continually

This is what you’ll need:

• At least 5-8 years (or relative) in the AV Design Engineer role with experience working in IT Administration
• Bachelor’s and/or CTS-D is preferred for this position
• High proficiency with Autodesk AutoCAD, ACC, BIM360, Blubeam Revu, and general architectural design processes, standards, and collaboration platforms
• High proficiency with acoustic modeling software like EASE Focus and Address, QSC and Harman/JBL Pro line of products
• High proficiency building functional diagrams, documenting detailed scope of work and bill of materials for AV projects
• Experience with DSP and custom control interface design and configuration
• Experience with AV networking and Cisco switches
• Experience managing vendors of various trades and collaborating within cross functional teams
• Experience with: Zoom configuration and management, Microsoft O365 integrations, On-Prem/Cloud telephony system, MS Teams, Mac, and Level 3 escalation support and troubleshooting.
• Support Knowledge with the following technologies: Neat, Polycom, Q-Sys, Harman, Biamp, and Crestron
• Ability to identify, scope, and recommend improvements in the AV spaces
• Tech Savvy – Ability and passion for learning new technology and tools
• Passion for Customer Support – A drive to help end-users get what they need to do their jobs the best they can. A sense of satisfaction from assisting end-users in getting what they need on time
• Ability to communicate at all levels within the organization – Business Stakeholders, Senior Managers, and C-Level Execs
• Prioritization Skills – The ability to analyze support requests and prioritize them based on impact.
• Discipline – The discipline to actively manage AV tickets and internal IT tasks without getting distracted by email, chat, or other ad-hoc communication. Motivated and driven to tackle daily assignment and build efficient workflows around them
• A Teacher – Able to teach end-users about IT technologies or solutions to their issues in an easy to understand the way

Build a Career That Matters with One of the World's Most Respected Employers!

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Situated in Greenville, South Carolina, the sprawling Michelin Americas Research Center (MARC) campus is home to approximately 650 talented employees, including materials researchers, product designers, scientists, engineers, test technicians, and individuals in a variety of support roles.MARC contributes to designing, testing, and industrializing the innovative products that earn Michelin's deserving place as one of the world's leading tire manufacturers.

Greenville, SC is conveniently located within driving distance to east coast beaches, the Blue Ridge Mountains and large cities like Atlanta and Charlotte. The mild climate, charming downtown, and impressive culinary scene are just a few of the perks of living here.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Michelin is recruiting an Mechanical Design Engineer to work on developing the next generation of equipment for tire testing and beyond. You will join a team dedicated to designing & upgrading testing machines to improve the performance of our products.

Your mission will include working with automation and software engineers where you will develop or modify equipment to properly run the test methods. Our team supports tire designers and test method developers. Our goal is to provide accurate data to our business partners so they can make proper decisions during the tire development process.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Invent, develop, industrialize, procure, and/or install machinery, tools, and equipment related to the testing of tires (on vehicles and on machines) and materials for tires.

Modify and improve tire-test and material-test equipment.

Manage projects for the purchase of machines/equipment for the testing departments. Follow Michelin project approach through the project stages including:

• Opportunity Study, Feasibility Study, Risk Analysis, Solution Selection & Development, Installation and Startup, Homologation & Qualification, ROI

Study, select, and purchase equipment and components from outside suppliers which will provide solutions to problems (or desired outcomes) presented by the testing departments.

Collaborate with personnel from various departments including operations, maintenance, test engineers, tire design engineers, purchasing, IT, and management.

Use 3D modeling software (SolidWorks) for developing parts, assemblies, and drawings. Use SolidWorks Simulation tools as required to guarantee integrity of parts and assemblies.

Occasional travel to outside vendors for equipment evaluation/acceptance and to other Michelin sites for equipment startup/installation.

Select and manage contractors and outside vendors performing on-site work.

Analyze data from tire test equipment as required to troubleshoot problems or to improve confidence in test results. Develop an understanding of how tire behavior and measurement can affect the final results. Consider and apply these findings in the development/ procurement/ modification of test equipment.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING

• BS or equivalent experience in Mechanical Engineering
• 3 -5 years' experience designing equipment; project management.
• Knowledge of Solid works, AutoCAD, Microsoft office.
• Good communication skills at every level of the organization

A desire to learn and apply the following areas of study described in the Machinery's Handbook:

• Mathematics, Mechanics, Strength of Materials
• Properties, Treatment, and Testing of Materials
• Dimensioning, Gauging, and Measuring
• Machining Operations and Manufacturing Processes
• Fasteners and Threading
• Gears, Splines, Cams, Bearings, and Other Machine Elements

#LI-RM1

#HIRINGMICHELIN

Ready to Shape the Future of Innovation?

Michelin is building a world-leading manufacturer of life-changing composites and experiences. Pioneering engineered materials for more than 130 years, Michelin is uniquely positioned to make decisive contributions to human progress and a more sustainable world. Drawing on its deep know-how in polymer composite materials, Michelin is constantly innovating to manufacture high-quality tires and components for critical applications in demanding fields as varied as mobility, construction, aeronautics, low-carbon energies and healthcare.

The care placed in its products and deep customer knowledge inspire Michelin to offer the finest experiences. This spans from providing data- and AI-based connected solutions for professional fleets to recommending outstanding restaurants and hotels curated by the MICHELIN Guide.

Why Michelin?

• Career Growth: Personalized development plans, mentorship, and cross-functional opportunities. Unique career paths and opportunities for advancement.

• Inclusive Culture: Thrive in a diverse, supportive environment where your competencies, contributions and behaviors are recognized. Option to join one of our Connected Communities.

• Innovation-Driven: Work on projects that matter-from sustainable materials to digital transformation.

• Community Impact: Be part of a company that does what's right. We use sustainable business practices while balancing the needs of our customers and communities.

Michelin provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors. Consistent with these obligations, Michelin also provides reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs. If you need accommodation for any part of the employment process because of a disability, please contact us at .

This position is not available for immigration sponsorship.

We build the future with people like you. Begin your career with Michelin today!

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This opportunity is in our American Synthetic Rubber Company (ASRC) chemical plant in Louisville, KY. A vibrant location, engaging employees and lots of growth opportunity await those who join the Louisville team! Situated on the outskirts of Louisville, KY along the Ohio River, American Synthetic Rubber Company has 80 years of rich history supplying our nation and Michelin with high quality synthetic rubber. We are seeking employees ready and willing to build a culture of diversity, performance, and safety.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Michelin has an immediate opportunity at our American Synthetic Rubber Company (ASRC) chemical plant in Louisville, KY for a Process Design Engineer to demonstrate their industrial expertise to manage the evolution of the process at the site level. This role's purpose is to continuously improve the industrial performance of the site processes. Michelin's purpose is to support everyone's right to move freely to find their better way forward. If respect for people, teamwork and trust are some values you live by you should consider joining us, the Worldwide Leader in Tires!

WHAT WILL YOU DO

• Serve as the primary liaison between plant teams and the Central Team, clarifying needs and coordinating support requests.
• Assist plants in problem solving common process issues and engage Central resources as needed.
• Recommend process modifications and ensure alignment with overall process strategy.
• Lead the qualification of process prototypes within the assigned zone on behalf of the Central Methods team.
• Drive the plant's process strategy and manage the Process Improvement roadmap.
• Contribute to the value stream mapping 3 year (VSM3Y) preparation activities and actively participate in related events.
• Maintain process mapping and performance databases for the zone and support industrial project startups.
• Develop, deploy, and share benchmarks, results, and findings through Central systems.
• Support the CAPEX Project Manager in developing industrial projects using established process design standards and methods.
• Identify needed updates to process standards, circulate approved standards, validate best practices for broader adoption, maintain expertise mapping, develop training materials, strengthen technical competencies, and ensure certification of key functions.

WHAT WILL YOU BRING

• B.S. degree in an engineering field; Chemical Engineering preferred
• 5+ years of experience in process engineering or quality control within a chemical process environment
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact professionally with partners, suppliers, customers, and colleagues at all organizational levels
• Proven teamwork, leadership, and organizational abilities
• Effective problemsolving and criticalthinking skills, with strong understanding of processtoproduct relationships
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 and ability to learn internal software systems
• Working knowledge of quality protocols and controls (Management of Change)
• High attention to detail and dedication to data accuracy

#LI-HIRINGMICHELIN #LI-SB1

Ready to Shape the Future of Innovation?

Michelin is building a world-leading manufacturer of life-changing composites and experiences. Pioneering engineered materials for more than 130 years, Michelin is uniquely positioned to make decisive contributions to human progress and a more sustainable world. Drawing on its deep know-how in polymer composite materials, Michelin is constantly innovating to manufacture high-quality tires and components for critical applications in demanding fields as varied as mobility, construction, aeronautics, low-carbon energies and healthcare.

The care placed in its products and deep customer knowledge inspire Michelin to offer the finest experiences. This spans from providing data- and AI-based connected solutions for professional fleets to recommending outstanding restaurants and hotels curated by the MICHELIN Guide.

Why Michelin?

• Career Growth: Personalized development plans, mentorship, and cross-functional opportunities. Unique career paths and opportunities for advancement.

• Inclusive Culture: Thrive in a diverse, supportive environment where your competencies, contributions and behaviors are recognized. Option to join one of our Connected Communities.

• Innovation-Driven: Work on projects that matter-from sustainable materials to digital transformation.

• Community Impact: Be part of a company that does what's right. We use sustainable business practices while balancing the needs of our customers and communities.

Michelin provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors. Consistent with these obligations, Michelin also provides reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs. If you need accommodation for any part of the employment process because of a disability, please contact us at .

This position is not available for immigration sponsorship.

We build the future with people like you. Begin your career with Michelin today!

About the Company

We are partnering with a leading manufacturing who will be is looking to bring on a Director of Product Design – Soft Home Textiles

About the Role

This role will lead the creative vision and end-to-end development of trend-forward fashion home accessories, including pillows, throws, blankets, and related accent pieces. The Director will blend design leadership, trend intelligence, textile expertise, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver cohesive, commercially relevant assortments.

Responsibilities

• Own the overall design direction and aesthetic for soft home décor categories (pillows, throws, blankets, decorative textiles, and accessories).
• Create seasonal collections that are trend-right, cohesive, elevated, and aligned with target consumer lifestyles and value expectations.
• Continuously research the market through trade shows, retail inspiration trips, cultural events, and global trend hubs to inform fresh design perspectives.
• Lead trend forecasting and storytelling; translate macro trends into clear seasonal concepts, color stories, print direction, and material choices.
• Apply strong color theory and textile knowledge to build compelling palettes and surface designs.
• Oversee the full product design workflow from concept and sketch through material selection, specifications, and tech pack creation.

• Functional Collaboration
• Partner closely with merchandising and global product development to ensure designs align with line plans, margin goals, and quality standards.
• Provide clear creative direction, actionable feedback, and timely approvals across all stages of development.
• Collaborate with packaging, marketing, and visual teams to ensure design intent is reflected across storytelling, in-store presentation, and digital content.
• Communicate information and decisions promptly to keep calendars on track and avoid production delays.
• Maintain high standards for accuracy, detail, and consistency across all design deliverables.

• Deliver polished, visually compelling presentations that inspire executives, internal partners, and external retail customers.
• Anticipate challenges and proactively develop creative and practical solutions.
• Model a proactive, forward-thinking mindset with a strong sense of ownership and follow-through.
• Embrace clear, direct feedback and quickly integrate changes to strengthen outcomes.
• Stay informed on the competitive landscape, consumer behavior, and broader home décor market dynamics.

• Proficient in industry-standard design tools/software for concepting, rendering, and tech pack creation.
• Deep understanding of color theory, woven and knit construction, and a variety of textile bases relevant to soft home.
• Ability to translate inspiration—from runway, interiors, art, and culture—into original and commercially viable soft home products.
• Strong presentation skills to clearly articulate design vision to cross-functional partners, global teams, and retail buyers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Product Design, Textile Design, Industrial Design, Home Textile experience
• 10+ years of progressive product design experience in soft home goods, home textiles, and/or decorative accessories, including leadership responsibility.
• Must Have worked with mass retailers
• Robust knowledge of textiles, fabrication techniques, trims, embroidery, printing methods, and finishing processes for home décor.
• Proven leadership, communication, and project management skills in a fast-paced, calendar-driven environment.
• Strategic thinker with a refined aesthetic eye and strong consumer-first design sensibility.
• Experience shaping design direction for national retail brands or lifestyle-driven companies.
• Familiarity with sustainability considerations in materials, processes, and product design for home.

Contract: 3-6 month potential can lead to Fulltime.

We are seekinga Director Design, Development, and Sourcing Fish & Hunt Hard Goods & Gear to join the Orvis Team! Strongest preference is for someone in our Sunderland, VT office regularly. For candidates not local to Sunderland, expectation is one week/month in Sunderland.

As a Director Design, Development, and Sourcing Fish & Hunt Hard Goods & Gear, you play a pivotal role in leading the design and development of our most innovative and technologically advanced fly fishing and hunting hard goods — work grounded by deep, first-hand angling experience, field knowledge, and real-world testing, not just concept or CAD. You are responsible for overseeing the entire product lifecycle from concept to launch, focusing on innovation, quality, and market trends within the fishing tackle and hunting industry. This role combines technical expertise in materials and engineering with creative direction and team management. You will be a key leader on the Product Team, comprised of 2 direct reports as well as the lead designer of all reels, waders, and wading boots. You will partner with our Product Leadership Team to create clear roles and responsibilities, define our new processes, and identify opportunities for simplification and efficiency. As a leader of multiple team members, you will inspire, guide, teach and elevate your team – owning their professional development and career paths.

Position Interfaces:

This position reports to our Vice President of Product Design, Development, Sourcing, & Import Compliance and interfacing with multiple areas including merchandising, inventory management, marketing, finance, sourcing, wholesale, retail operations, manufacturing and ownership of the company. It is a director role that involves supervision of the Fish/Hunt Hard Goods product design, development/sourcing team. This is an exempt/ salary position.

Responsibilities:

• Lead a customer-obsessed Fish and Hunt Hard Goods Product Design & Development/Sourcing Team
• Lead a culture of partnership, communication, and collaboration across the organization
• Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement a strategic plan for new product design and development that aligns to deliver the Assortment Strategy, thus ensuring alignment with market and customer needs as well as company and financials goals, specifically target retail, AUC and IMU across all Fish/Hunt Hard Goods products.
• Design Inspiration – Lead the Hardgoods / Innovation Design Kickoff, the Design “blank canvas” to push the Orvis brand forward and ensure that we are leaders in innovation.
• Design Partnership – Partner and collaborate with Soft Goods Designer on seasonal
• Design Kick Off, DDR and Line Adoption Meetings to ensure a One Orvis Design POV
• Product Lifecycle Management: Oversee all phases of product design and development for Fish & Hunt Hard Goods, from initial concepting and prototyping to field testing and manufacturing to on time product launch. Ensure that the Hardgoods PDD and Sourcing team is prepared on time for all milestones and inspire cross functional partners across all Hardgoods to prepare milestones and ensure they happen on time.
• Deliver the Line: Ensure that the products agreed upon through the Design Kickoff and Assortment Strategy deliver on time and are discussed at DDR 1, 2 and Final Line Adoption. Aim for 90% of products aligned upon launch on time.
• People Management - Coach the team by providing consistent and candid feedback to ensure great partnership and collaboration with cross functional partners. Guide team to have effective communication and influence decision making. Hold the team accountable for milestone preparation and on-time delivery of product.Inspire the team to make decisions in milestones to reduce swirl and to keep all key partners up to date.
• People Development – Develop and empower direct reports by coaching and mentoring to build skills and support individual career development
• Mentorship: Provide mentorship to associates within the organization.
• Market and Trend Analysis: Utilize expert knowledge of fishing and hunting techniques, gear preferences, and market trends to identify new opportunities and guide/influence product design decisions and to deliver an industry-leading Design Kickoff.
• Collaboration and Communication: Work closely with cross-functional teams including leadership, marketing, sales, and customer service to ensure a cohesive user experience and effective product positioning, most importantly at key milestones.
• Vendor Management: Partner closely with our vendors to negotiate product pricing, ensuring financial goals are met – ensure vendors are clear on product design requirements within the cost parameters set to meet retail and IMU targets
• Budget Management – Partner closely with the Vice President of Product Design, Development, Sourcing, & Import Compliance to ensure accurate operating expense budget forecasting and adherence to budgeted monthly/annual cost spend
• Calendar Management - Partner closely with the Vice President of Product Design, Development, Sourcing, & Import Compliance to refine, enforce and adhere to seasonal development calendar dates and milestone meetings
• Quality Control: Responsible for the overall quality of the final product as measured by return rates and/or product recalls.
• Steward of the brand – Partner with Marketing and Brand Amplification team to align regular travel to regional training events, sales meetings, key wholesale accounts and industry trade shows. Knowledgeable of product performance, durability, and regulatory standards and maintain a continuous pulse on industry trends and competitors.
• Proactively recommend and/or execute new processes, procedures, SOPs to provide clarity and simplification for the Product Team
• Support the Vice President of Product Design, Development, Sourcing, & Import Compliance and Chief Product & Creative Officer with projects and initiatives that benefit the entire organization
• Manage internal testing of all products in a way that is consistent with our brand standards
• Accountable for our field-testing program to ensure 90-day field testing is complete prior to SMS sample ordering PO placement
• Accountable for on-time delivery of photography, tradeshow, marketing and SMS rep samples
• Partner closely with Vice President of Product Design, Development, Sourcing, & Import Compliance to influence our manufacturing and vendor placement for Fish/Hunt Hard Goods Orvis branded products.
• Create relationships across our all-product categories to ensure we deliver a One Orvis experience for our customers.
• As a Director, think beyond your function.Proactively anticipate and solve problems that are One Orvis challenges. Give leverage to the leaders around you by taking on projects or solving problems that go beyond your function, therefore giving time back to those around you.

Competencies and Requirements:

• Education: A strong background in mechanical engineering or industrial design
• Technical Expertise: Deep knowledge of fishing rod, reel, wader, boot, packs, bags, apparel materials, design tools, and manufacturing processes.
• Leadership: Proven leadership skills to guide teams, inspire innovation, and manage complex projects.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments and partner in problem solving.
• Problem-Solving: Strong capacity for creative problem-solving and finding innovative solutions for design and production challenges.
• Real-world Experience: Practical, real-world fishing experience and an understanding of angler needs
• 10+ years of Product Design & Development experience with a proven track record of helping to create a positive, supportive and inspiring work environment
• 5+ years of experience managing a team with a proven track record of excellent leadership, collaboration, and coaching skills.Ability to inspire, support, coach, teach and direct team – and the ability to know which is needed in each situation. Empathetic, supportive, and direct leadership style.
• Highly proficient in cost estimating with baseline inputs, understand relationship between like for like style, COO, duties and freight
• Strong organizational, prioritization and time management skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Management of the team for on schedule design and development of best-in-class Orvis branded products
• Efficiency: reduced spin and reduced need for communication outside of milestones by maintaining process and calendar discipline
• Quality as measured by returns and recalls, as well as feedback from customers, sales personnel in retail and wholesale, and the endorsed guide network
• Margin rate, cost of goods and sourcing strategies for Orvis branded products
• Increase in sales and gross margin dollars

About Orvis:

In 1856, Charles Orvis founded the Orvis Company in Manchester, Vermont, offering the finest fly fishing equipment, and priding himself on customer satisfaction and service. Today, along with our world famous fly-fishing gear, Orvis offers distinctive clothing, home furnishings, gifts, and dog products. Each item is rooted in our heritage of authenticity and the outdoors, and is backed with a no-questions-asked guarantee. With our flagship retail store located in the same Vermont village as the original store since 1856, we offer experience and knowledge that no other retail company can. Each day we strive to apply what we know and learn to bring our customers even better service and products tomorrow.

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Senior Design Manager | Major Projects | Bristol

Salary: Competitive + Package (DOE)

Location: Bristol

Sector: Construction | Design Management | Major Projects

Walker & Sloan are working with an outstanding regional construction contractor to recruit a Senior Design Manager to deliver large, complex construction projects across the South West.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly respected contractor delivering major schemes up to £100m, where strong design leadership and technical coordination are critical to successful project delivery.

The Role

As Senior Design Manager, you will take responsibility for managing and coordinating the design process across major construction projects from pre-construction through to completion.

Key responsibilities:

• Leading and managing multidisciplinary design teams

• Coordinating consultants, subcontractors and internal project teams

• Managing design risk, change control and technical queries

• Ensuring designs meet programme, cost and compliance requirements

• Supporting pre-construction activities, tender processes and bid submissions

About You

• Proven experience as a Senior Design Manager or Design Manager

• Background working for a main contractor on large projects

• Strong understanding of design & build delivery

• Experience managing complex, multi-disciplinary design teams

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package

• Opportunity to work on major projects up to £100m

• Join a highly respected regional contractor

• Strong pipeline of large-scale work across the South West

Interested?

Get in touch for a confidential discussion. Shortlisting is underway.