Lighting Design Manager

About Us 

At WeWork, we provide inspiring and flexible workplace solutions to help businesses – small, medium or large – thrive in more than 150 cities globally. The future of work is happening right now, and we are leading this moment. United by a common purpose, here we will empower tomorrow’s world at work. Join us on our journey as we give our members the freedom and support to push boundaries in their industries, and work to redefine our own.

About This Role

WeWork is currently seeking a lighting subject matter expert to manage the Lighting Design for new and existing WeWork spaces around the globe. The Lighting Design Manager will work with our internal team of interior designers, architects, engineers, and facility managers to deliver spaces with high quality lighting systems. 

Responsibilities

• Provide lighting solutions for new and existing WeWork spaces

• Develop and maintain global lighting and lighting controls standards 

• Collaborate with internal teams and external consultants on bespoke lighting solutions and special projects

• Conceptualize and innovate with a multidisciplinary team, for continuous improvement of WeWork spaces

• Deliver and oversee design presentations, layouts, specifications, budgets, details, mockups and as-built documents while navigating various production timelines

• Model, calculate, and analyze standard and unique spaces to develop creative lighting solutions that meet varying jurisdiction code requirements 

• Support project managers during the construction process to meet budget targets and streamline procurement, while maintaining quality design 

• Implement lighting control systems into projects, review proposals from consultants/vendors, and support in commissioning of systems

• Review and calculate code compliance of lighting systems (energy levels, controls requirements, dimming needs, etc)

• Oversee the implementation of lighting standards on franchise projects

• Support facility and operation teams with LED retrofits and lighting improvements 

• Visit sites to survey or ensure quality of installations

Who + What We’re Looking For

The Design Team is looking for motivated individuals with a love of learning and collaboration who are eager to join a workplace built around the mindset of “we” over “me”. We’re committed to investing in team member growth and encourage applicants to consider the direct and/or indirect ways in which they meet the following criteria.

• 10+ years of experience designing lighting solutions in a multi-disciplinary environment

• 5+ years of experience managing lighting designers and projects; including project scope and fee, process, project schedule, budget and deadlines

• 4 or 5 year degree or graduate degree in Architecture, Interior Design, Lighting, or other design related field

• Solid foundation in the principles of light, balancing the visual impact and the inherent technology

• Thorough understanding of the lighting design and procurement process

• Proficiency with Revit, Bluebeam, AGi and Adobe Creative Suite (Indesign, Illustrator and Photoshop)

• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written

• Familiar with global lighting manufacturers and supplies

• Experience with franchise is a benefit 

• Knowledge of daylighting principles and modeling techniques a benefit 

• Comfortable at constructing small scale mockups and electrical wiring

• Excels at operating in a fast paced environment with multiple stakeholders

Compensation & Benefits

Base Pay: $121,100 - 161,500

Incentive Compensation: WeWork employees are eligible to participate in an incentive plan specific to their role. Your recruiter will detail what incentive plan is applicable to this specific role. WeWork incentive plans are subject to the terms of the applicable incentive compensation plan, which will be made available to you after commencing employment. WeWork reserves the right to amend its incentive plans, and nothing in this job requisition or any other document creates a right to a specific incentive plan payment.

Benefits: Full-time employees are eligible for comprehensive benefits (subject to the terms of applicable plans/policies/agreements, which will be made available to you after commencing employment), including 20 days of PTO, approximately 10 paid holidays, 80 hours of paid sick leave, 16 weeks paid parental leave, competitive healthcare benefits, Life & AD&D insurance.

Life At WeWork

Being a WeWorker is more than just a job. We believe the magic of work is sparked by the passion you bring, the places you go, the people you meet and the purpose you follow. And it starts here. Here you will brush shoulders with those who dare to dream and do. Here you will be welcomed by a diverse community that embraces and inspires you—because together we can achieve more. Here we challenge ideas, and explore new ways of getting things done. Whether you are part of our Employee Community Groups, or part of a global project, we ask you to bring your open-minded attitude and collaborative spirit. In return, you will be part of a team where your unique perspectives are celebrated. 

WeWork is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil status, pregnancy (or pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression, transgender status or gender reassignment, race, color, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including genetic testing and characteristics), military or veteran status, or any other grounds or characteristic that is protected under the law.