London, UK
Associate
at Sybarite
Sybarite is seeking an associate to join its team in London, UK.
About Sybarite
Sybarite is a global design agency leading the ever-evolving face of benchmark retail, experiential culture and hospitality. Founded in 2002 as a boutique studio dedicated to luxury retail, Sybarite has since grown into a global design agency with projects ranging in scale from masterplans and architecture to interiors and products. Sybarite’s unique approach is reflected in the studio ethos and appreciation for the finer things in life, whether it be championing cuisine or promoting personal development.
Sybarite are looking for a highly creative and talented associate to work on large scale luxury retail projects in China and the middle east. Based in our west London penthouse, you will work within a multidisciplinary project team to design and realise projects for the most innovative retail operator in the world.
About the role
Sybarite is embarking on a period of transformative change around an expanding portfolio of architecture projects. This is a key role within the project team that will focus on space planning and design on large-scale luxury retail projects located in China and the middle east.
As a key team member, you will balance design, technical ability and efficiency to deliver cohesive architectural projects that are aesthetically innovative and technically feasible.
Your skills:
- high level of understanding and implementation of project team roles and responsibilities
- project management skills
- managing team’s time keeping, efficient work organisation and management
- high level knowledge of key fabrication and building techniques, manufacturing, and construction site processes
- possessing team motivation skills
- developing project management skills
- developing knowledge/responsibility of contract administration, resourcing, and financial planning
- developing client negotiations skills and commercial awareness
- developing multi-basking analytical skills
- possessing the skill of ‘design vision’
- mandarin speaking
Tasks:
- champion creative excellence and provide guidance to team
- lead and manage production work on a project
- work with, direct, mentor and assist junior staff
- complement good work and encourage good team spirits
- provide detailed demonstration of design work execution on request by junior staff
- bring fresh and innovative design ideas, providing meaningful insight to enhance overall project approach
- assist in organisation of design work and distribution of tasks
- establish an efficient work routine and design workflow across the internal project team
- inform the internal project team about schedules of internal and external design workshops/reviews and allocate tasks for material preparation
- establish contacts and build professional relationships with suppliers/manufacturers
- act as a primary contact for project related design queries addressed by the client or other external parties
- report to senior management on important issues
- provide technical/professional expertise to client issues
- promote positive studio culture. Endorse studio wide initiatives
- face the client and take responsibility for the quality of work delivered by the team
- ensure liaison with technical director for ongoing drawing issues
- work to encourage ‘cross-pollination’ and fluidity across the teams. Present back to founders weekly
Responsibilities:
- compile and review and itemised list of design stage deliverables for the project
- make decisions on design specifications
- execute the project according to provided briefs and schedules
- ensure team operates to time, cost and quality targets
- assist in recruiting and developing project teams
- take client briefs with support of the associate director
- attend resource meetings in conjunction with the associate director. Assist with resource management, considering fee proposal at all times
- organise a schedule of internal and external design workshops/reviews
- produce and distribute detailed meeting agendas/minutes
- compile meeting notes for the project
- encourage team morale and flag any team issues to associate director
- assist with client admin and communication by working in partnership with associate director
- monitor quality of produced design work, ensuring it follows the directions set by senior management and meets Sybarite’s quality standards
- carry out detailed coordination of project design items with external consultants (e.g. structural engineers, MEP, quantity surveyors, facade engineers, and lighting designers) and contractors, facilitating constructive multi-disciplinary design process
- review design work produced by the team, advise on technical issues and mistakes, identify areas for improvement
- report on personal time (timesheets) and expenses within the specified period
Company landscapes are constantly evolving. As such, the job descriptions and role expectations for each position are not set in stone. They are reviewed and updated regularly to align with the changing requirements and strategic goals of the business. This flexibility allows us to adapt to new challenges and opportunities, ensuring that our team remains agile and responsive. We value adaptability and encourage our employees to embrace change as part of their professional growth and contribution to the company’s success
Equal Opportunities Employer Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. We believe that diversity drives innovation and strengthens our team, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
Sybarite offers competitive salary and benefits packages and a studio culture focused on work life balance. Please send a covering letter clearly explaining your reasons for wanting to join our team together with a CV and portfolio selection using the ‘apply’ button below.
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