Job Title

Project Design Manager

Job Description Summary

The Project Design Manager oversees a team of designers, guiding them through projects from conception to completion. They are responsible for ensuring the design output aligns with the company's vision, brand, and strategic goals, while also fostering a collaborative and innovative environment. This role requires a strong understanding of architectural design principles, Revit software, project management methodologies, and team leadership. They are accountable for the quality management of the design deliverables as well as continuing to push innovation. The Project Design Manager is accountable for optimizing resource allocation to achieve design goals while fostering the professional growth of the design team. This role requires close collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver design solutions that align with business objectives and exceed client expectations.

Job Description

The Project Design Manager oversees a team of designers, guiding them through projects from conception to completion. They are responsible for ensuring the design output aligns with the company's vision, brand, and strategic goals, while also fostering a collaborative and innovative environment. This role requires a strong understanding of architectural design principles, Revit software, project management methodologies, and team leadership.  They are accountable for the quality management of the design deliverables as well as continuing to push innovation.  The  Project Design Manager is accountable for optimizing resource allocation to achieve design goals while fostering the professional growth of the design team. This role requires close collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver design solutions that align with business objectives and exceed client expectations.

Principle Responsibilities

Lead and mentor a team of design professionals, providing guidance, feedback, and support on design projects.Working and collaborating directly with client.Foster a collaborative and creative environment within the design team.Conduct performance reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members.Develop and manage team project timelines, budgets, standards, varying complexity of projects, and resource allocation.Ensures that all processes and design standards are documented and communicated to the design team and implemented effectivelyCreate, implement and manage Revit templates and design assets. Keeps up to date with new software that optimizes design workflows. Manages client design standards; recommends new standards for continued improvements to the client guidelines and process.Reviews test fits and suggests workplace improvements in response to client business needsReview and confirm all preliminary space plans and design concepts are safe, functional, aesthetically appropriate, and applicable code requirements are met.Provide on-going training to team, related to design and program management.Effectively communicate design concepts and decisions to stakeholders at all levels.Stay up-to-date on the latest design trends and technologies.Explore and implement innovative design solutions.Encourage experimentation and creative thinking within the team.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from a CIDA or NAAB accredited institution in Architecture or Interior Design.  7+ years of professional design experience2+ years of experience managing and mentoring design team.  5+ years of Revit experience in a professional setting.  Demonstrates proficiency in architectural drawings, concepts & designWorking proficiency with the IBC and ADA to review drawings for code complianceExperienced in managing projects of varied scope and complexityExperienced in contributing to budgets, managing vendor relationships and supporting procurement processesProficient in MS Office Suite and Adobe Creative Suite software applicationsExcellent customer service and interpersonal relationship skillsAbility to work independently and as part of a teamAble to build strong relationships with internal and external partners to deliver effective servicesStrong oral, written and presentation skillsAssumes ownership of requests in order to ensure successful completionStrong attention to detail and qualityAbility to handle concurrent projects with minimal supervision and direction

Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.

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