Jamie Brandes

Senior designer/product manager

• Responsible for all phases of project management of new and renovation design for residential high-end cabinetry/hard surfaces/plumbing/lighting.
• Digital design boards/presentations.
• Budget management for allowances, sourcing/pricing/ordering and contract updates. On-site client consulting and vendor liaison.
• Internal cross-department communication/scheduling and production for 3 crews (reduced team conflict 28%.)
• Promoted client relationships, assessed feedback to establish, improve, and refine services. Simultaneously managed 8-10 projects and 2-4 consultations weekly.
• Attended trade shows/conferences, developed vendor partnerships, and conducted product evaluations/acquisitions. Increased vendor accounts by 40%.

Senior Designer

• Led client/team collaborations for residential and commercial remodeling, interior design, specifications, and custom soft good lines.
• Managed contracts, budgets, and sourcing to project completion.
• Created project time lines, lighting and electrical schedules, layouts, elevations, and 3D renderings. Oversaw installations.
• On-site facilitation of client/contractor communication and liaison for contractor compliance and code verification.

Design/Sales - Architectural Product Lines

• Developed existing contracted accounts and built new client relationships through website, E-commerce, and social media. (increased views 8% in 8 months, local inquiries 15%).
• Facilitated accounts through territory representatives and directed inquiries to dealers and architectural and design firms.
• Assisted customers with product, design, and project objectives.
• Coordinated with architectural and marketing team on product catalogues and services.

Senior Designer/Project Manager/Design Division.

• Managed all aspects of contracted accounts (averaging 100+ builds yearly), including client interface for both residential and commercial project design.
• Designed and led 2016 development of 30,000 sq.ft. design and product center (increased product, design and venue sales $1M in first year).
• Designed build out of 6000 sq.ft. satellite Lowell Design Center.
• Introduced account program compensations and design software with 60% increase in customer relations and account commitment. Introduced 3-D software for custom kitchen and bath design.
• Secured 3 of 5 largest house accounts for 100% of materials purchases.
• Established/facilitated annual market purchasing and development for design program directives.
• Directed local and corporate marketing events and created social media presence.

Senior Project Manager for Commercial Interiors Firm.

• Served as facility interior designer for commercial and medical accounts. Produced specifications, space planning schematics, lighting & electrical plans.
• Lead contact and coordinator for global sources, product transportations, facility management, and purchasing.
• Worked closely with clients to specify sustainability/code regulations.
• Assisted in 18% growth of monthly sales goals for profit and volume.

Lead Exhibit Designer for Custom Exhibit and Fixture Designs.

• Marketing client product through design, overseeing construction and fabrication, creating and sourcing large format graphic design.
• Specialized in trade show, retail fixture, and experiential design.
• Managed client relationships during the building and production process.
• Created and implemented display plans, contracts, and specifications.
• Company/client representation at trade shows.
• Coordinated with all levels of leadership to develop innovative retailer solutions and promote company sales and marketing.