Design Consultant — Project Design Lead

Turner & Townsend; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner & Townsend is seeking a Design Consultant to join our Design Team. This role serves as the primary contact for design oversight and coordination throughout the project lifecycle, bridging client requirements and architectural delivery.

You will manage external design consultants, ensure design deliverables meet branding and sustainability goals, and lead design reviews with project teams to keep programs on track and within budget.

Qualifications

• B.A. or B.F.A. in Interior Design from a Council for Interior Design Accreditation curriculum or a B.A. or M.A. in Architecture from an accredited architectural curriculum.
• NCIDQ certification or architectural registration is preferred.
• 1 to 5 years of experience in commercial project design, construction, or project management.
• Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret complex business and technical documents.
• Proficiency in Adobe Suite, AutoCAD, and Revit.
• Sophisticated knowledge of financial terms and principles, including the ability to conduct budget analysis and track project costs.
• Ability to make effective and persuasive presentations on sophisticated topics to clients, management, and project teams.
• Ability to empower and negotiate effectively with external consultants and internal stakeholder groups to achieve desired outcomes.
• Strong understanding of building codes, zoning regulations, and industry-standard procurement processes.
• Ability to make decisions with an in-depth understanding of company policies and business practices.

Responsibilities

• Managing the performance of external design consultants, including architects, engineers, and specialty contractors, from appointment through construction administration.
• Ensuring all design deliverables adhere to client branding, functional requirements, and sustainability goals.
• Conducting design reviews at key milestones to verify compliance with the project brief and technical specifications.
• Facilitating the value engineering process while maintaining design integrity and quality.
• Providing early warnings for potential design schedule delays and implementing mitigation strategies.
• Coordinating between internal stakeholders, project managers, and the design team to resolve complex technical challenges.
• Managing the documentation process for permit applications and regulatory submissions.
• Representing the client’s interests during design meetings to ensure alignment with the overarching project vision.
• Developing and delivering architectural briefs based on collected business and stakeholder requirements.
• Managing design consultant output to ensure accuracy, transparency, and accessibility.

Skills

Interior design concepts

Architectural knowledge

Budget analysis

Client presentation

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Interior Design or Architecture

Tools

Adobe Suite

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Turner & Townsend is seeking a Design Consultant to join our Design Team. This role serves as the primary contact for design oversight and coordination throughout the project lifecycle, bridging client requirements and architectural delivery.

You will manage external design consultants, ensure design deliverables meet branding and sustainability goals, and lead design reviews with project teams to keep programs on track and within budget.