Architectural Design Manager

Actalent; United States; Remote; USD 69,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10 PTO days

7 holidays

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Design Program Manager to oversee the design bulletin system and manage design changes across Europe and North America in a fully remote contract role. You will coordinate between design disciplines, stakeholders, and project managers while maintaining precise documentation.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in a related field and at least five years of design or construction project management experience, with strong organizational skills and proficiency in project

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• 5 years of experience in design or construction project management.
• Strong understanding of building design and construction processes.
• Proven track record of successful project delivery and change management.
• Excellent organizational and documentation skills.
• Proficiency in project management and design software.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain the design bulletin system, ensuring accurate tracking and distribution of design changes.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, and construction teams to facilitate design change implementation.
• Create and maintain project schedules, timelines, and documentation for design modifications.
• Lead design change review meetings and facilitate decision-making processes.
• Develop and implement standardized processes for design change management.
• Monitor project budgets and resources related to design modifications.
• Generate regular status reports and updates for stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with building codes and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Design program management

Change management

Documentation skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Project software proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

Job description

Job Title: Design Program Manager

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented Design Program Manager to oversee and streamline our design bulletin system and manage building design changes. This role requires someone who can effectively coordinate between design discipline teams, stakeholders, and project managers while maintaining precise documentation of design modifications.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain the design bulletin system, ensuring accurate tracking and distribution of design changes.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, and construction teams to facilitate design change implementation.
• Create and maintain project schedules, timelines, and documentation for design modifications.
• Lead design change review meetings and facilitate decision-making processes.
• Develop and implement standardized processes for design change management.
• Monitor project budgets and resources related to design modifications.
• Generate regular status reports and updates for stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with building codes and regulatory requirements.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• 5 years of experience in design or construction project management.
• Strong understanding of building design and construction processes.
• Proven track record of successful project delivery and change management.
• Excellent organizational and documentation skills.
• Proficiency in project management and design software.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bias for Action: Demonstrates ability to make quick informed decisions and drive projects forward.
• Exceptional Organization: Strong capability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Project Management Excellence: Proven ability to lead complex projects from conception to completion.
• Communication Skills: Clear and effective communication with various stakeholders.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to anticipate challenges and develop proactive solutions.
• Attention to Detail: Meticulous approach to documentation and process management.
• Architectural background.
• Benchmarking experience preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of NA and European standards, metric and imperial systems.

Work Environment

This is a virtual/remote position supporting European and North American projects, requiring work across time zones. The role involves working through a third-party vendor to analyze findings and conclusions, and engaging in change management mechanisms to improve standards. The position offers enhanced benefits including 10 PTO days and 7 holidays.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Newark, NJ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $65.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Newark, NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 11, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.