Director, Design

AboutJob Description : The RoleAre you ready to lead the charge in shaping the next generation of workspaces? Do you excel in a fast-paced, innovative environment and aim to inspire change? If so, we want to hear from you! At Fidelity, we recognize the landscape of work is evolving and that our workplace must adapt to meet new needs. We're focused on developing vibrant, inspiring workplaces that enrich our culture. As Design Director, you'll play a pivotal role in this exciting transformation.How Your Work Impacts the OrganizationYou'll have the opportunity to make a significant impact! Your contributions will directly affect how our associates work to propel Fidelity forward. Through the design of compelling and engaging environments, you'll boost productivity and build a high-quality user experience where both our businesses and associates thrive.The Value You DeliverIn this role, you will collaborate with a variety of team members across Fidelity to identify and understand crucial workspace needs, and you'll work closely with external design partners to translate those needs into innovative design solutions that embody our core values and propel our business forward!Drive Creative Solutions : Generate preliminary design concepts and recommendations that set the stage for project approval and budgeting.Ensure Excellence : Lead all aspects of design from concept to completion, ensuring that design intent is met with meticulous attention to detail and technical compliance.Elevate Our Design Ethos : Champion Fidelity's Design Ethos and Workplace Design Guidelines, ensuring they evolve with our needs and aspirations!Strategic Visionary : Collaborate on developing real estate and workplace strategies that align with our organizational goals worldwide.If you're a hard-working design professional ready to impact a vibrant organization, we invite you to join our Design team at Fidelity. Are you in?The Expertise and Skills You BringBachelor's degree in Architecture or Interior Design.15 years of proven experience in corporate real estate, interior design, and space planning at a strategic level is preferred.In-depth knowledge of interior architecture / design, building systems, and construction processes.Familiarity with evolving workplace strategies and technologies.Skilled in handling project complexities, with a knack for anticipating and resolving design / delivery issues.Confirmed experience coordinating consultants across various trades, including architects, engineers, and interior design specialists.Proficient in design software such as AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, Photoshop, Bluebeam, and InDesign.Strong communicator, capable of influencing team members to align with a shared vision.Ability to collaborate with internal and external teams.Experienced in budget, scheduling, and scope management.Certifications : Company OverviewFidelity Investments is a privately held company with a mission to strengthen the financial well-being of our clients. We help people invest and plan for their future. We assist companies and non-profit organizations in delivering benefits to their employees. And we provide institutions and independent advisors with investment and technology solutions to help invest their own clients' money.Join UsAt Fidelity, you'll find endless opportunities to build a meaningful career that positively impacts peoples' lives, including yours. You can take advantage of flexible benefits that support you through every stage of your career, empowering you to thrive at work and at home. Honored with a Glassdoor Employees' Choice Award, we have been recognized by our employees as a top 10 Best Place to Work in 2024.And you don't need a finance background to succeed at Fidelity - we offer a range of opportunities for learning so you can build the career you've always imagined. Fidelity's hybrid working model blends the best of both onsite and offsite work experiences.At Fidelity, we value honesty, integrity, and the safety of our associates and customers within a heavily regulated industry. Certain roles may require candidates to go through a preliminary credit check during the screening process.Fidelity Investments is an equal opportunity employer. We believe that the most effective way to attract, develop and retain a diverse workforce is to build an enduring culture of inclusion and belonging. Fidelity will reasonably accommodate applicants with disabilities who need adjustments to participate in the application or interview process. To initiate a request for an accommodation, contact the HR Accommodation Team by sending an email to accommodations@fmr.com.#J-18808-Ljbffr