Full-Time Design Manager

Position Summary:

The Design Manager will support the envisioning and design management of large, complex construction projects and through all phases of work including project definition, procurement, design, pre-construction, bid/award, and construction. They will work with project leadership to envision, plan, evaluate, and maintain oversight over the planning, programming and design work to successfully deliver a project that meets the client’s goals and objectives.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Support the execution in the delivery of services for a variety of complex projects.
• Fosters a collaborative environment with peers and project teams.
• Maintain positive and trusted client, consultant, architect and contractor relationships.
• Maintain an open dialogue with the client and its stakeholders.
• Supports project leadership to ensure optimal performance on projects assigned.
• Participates in project client and stakeholder meetings, and prepare content and meeting minutes.
• Supports leadership in business development proposal response and interview activities.
• Collaborates with leadership in the facilitation of client workshops.
• Assists in the development of Comprehensive Implementation Plans in collaboration with leadership.
• As an agent of the owner, assists in the management of the design and construction teams.
• Provide Design Management including working with the project design team to finalize and manage the design process.
• Attend field walks and mock-up reviews to ensure the project is being constructed to the level of quality and craftsmanship required to meet the owner’s expectations.
• Periodic travel, upwards of 25%, to project sites, client offices, and MSI offices to meet with clients and team members.

Required Qualifications:

• NCARB accredited bachelor’s degree in architecture and a minimum of five (5) years as a practicing architect involved in planning, design and construction.
• Registered Architect in the State of California and active license desired.
• Other industry accreditations or certifications such as LEED AP, DBIA, PMP or CCM desired.
• Experience in all phases of work required.

Candidate must possess the following abilities:

• Organizational and project management skills.
• Problem-solving and analytical skills
• Prioritize work and successfully meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Set priorities and work in a group environment or independently.
• Be client focused and detail oriented.
• Assist in the management of projects to produce results on time and within budget.
• Communicate to and brief leaders.
• Have working knowledge of Microsoft products including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
• Have working knowledge of design software including Rhino, Enscape, Revit, Adobe Creative Suite and Bluebeam Revu.
• Proposal development, support and writing skills.

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