Design Manager

System One; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 120,000 - 153,000; Full time

Job summary

System One in Little Rock, AR is seeking a Design Manager to lead design production from development handoff to construction closeout. The role ensures on-time delivery and energy outcomes, while optimizing staff utilization and project teamwork on onsite projects.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Engineering or related field and 5+ years of design experience, with strong leadership, communication, and proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related technical field
• 5+ years of design related experience with mechanical, electrical, building automation systems, programming, or building operation management experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong leadership skills
• Attention to safety
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Proficiency with Autodesk Revit and AutoCad software packages

Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day management of design tasks, ensuring timely progress, accurate documentation, and alignment with project goals.
• Guide and assign tasks to junior staff, monitor performance, and provide mentorship to support team development and efficiency.
• Ensure adherence to design standards and safety protocols while helping implement process updates and conducting initial quality checks.
• Assist in tracking labor hours and budgets, review time entries for accuracy, and contribute to resource planning.
• Facilitate clear communication between staff, project managers, and leadership, and support client interactions under supervision.
• Participate in team activities, promote a positive culture, and handle additional responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Safety

Analytical thinking

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Autodesk Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Title: Design Manager
Location: Little Rock, AR
Type: Direct Hire
Compensation: $120,000.00 - $153,000.00
Work Model: Onsite

Overview

The IS Design Manager is responsible for the design production throughout the life cycle of a project from development handoff to construction closeout. This position ensures that the project is delivered efficiently and effectively in accordance with the schedule and energy outcomes while exceeding the client’s expectations. The manager is also responsible for the utilization of the production staff assigned to the project team.

Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day management of design tasks, ensuring timely progress, accurate documentation, and alignment with project goals.
• Guide and assign tasks to junior staff, monitor performance, and provide mentorship to support team development and efficiency.
• Ensure adherence to design standards and safety protocols while helping implement process updates and conducting initial quality checks.
• Assist in tracking labor hours and budgets, review time entries for accuracy, and contribute to resource planning.
• Facilitate clear communication between staff, project managers, and leadership, and support client interactions under supervision.
• Participate in team activities, promote a positive culture, and handle additional responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related technical field
• 5+ years of design related experience with mechanical, electrical, building automation systems, programming, or building operation management experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong leadership skills
• Attention to safety
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Proficiency with Autodesk Revit and AutoCad software packages

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.