Design Manager

D'Leon Consulting Engineers; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

D'Leon Consulting Engineers is seeking a Design Manager in Los Angeles, CA. The ideal candidate will oversee the review of technical documents, manage complex design projects, and ensure compliance with industry standards. This role demands 15 years of experience in large building projects, particularly in aviation improvements, and requires strong communication skills.

The company emphasizes an inclusive workplace and welcomes all qualified applicants.

Qualifications

• 15 years or more experience in managing the design of large, complex building projects.
• Design management of complex aviation improvements experience required.
• Strong knowledge of industry practices and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing the review and approval of technical documents.
• Monitoring compliance with architectural and engineering guidelines.
• Facilitating meetings and being the technical liaison between teams.

Skills

Design management of complex aviation improvements

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Experience with various delivery methods

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Experience working on large team for complex projects

Ability to work in CAD or REVIT

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, and/or related field

Tools

Bluebeam

Project Management Information Systems (PM Web)

Job description

D'Leon Consulting Engineers is seeking a Design Manager in Los Angeles, CA.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing the review and approval of technical documents
• Lending expertise to manage comment resolution
• Facilitating meetings and be the technical liaison between the Developers/Design-Builders and TDIP Subject Matter Expert teams
• Working with the Project Manager in defining, reviewing and/or approving design requirements, responsibilities and program consistency
• Providing guidance to the Project Manager should design requirements contained in the project documents not be clearly defined
• Providing technical review of changes to scope of work for each project
• Establishing submittal approval procedures and ensure uniformity of review approach
• Auditing project team comments and designer responses
• Monitoring compliance with architectural and engineering guidelines for the Terminal 7 & 8 Refresh project ensuring consistency and quality in design
• Monitoring permitting information and the permitting process required by the design team
• Supporting the Project Manager to ensure design reviews are completed on time and within budget
• Developing and maintaining the Terminal 7 & 8 Project scope tracker to verify that all scope elements are accounted for and have been or will be assigned to a project
• Providing guidance related to the functional requirements contained in the technical specifications or other project documents supplied by LAWA
• Monitoring BIM productions of all designers and contractors according to LAWA BIM Standards, the BIM Execution Plan, and needs of the Terminal 7 & 8 Project. The Design Manager is responsible for working with LAWA’s Central Building Information Management (cBIM) to develop the strategy for BIM implementation and review
• Acting as technical liaison for the design review processes and comment resolution in coordination with the project manager and the Design Review Team (DRT)
• Providing technical support and coordination between the Terminal 7 & 8 Project team and other TDIP project teams for program consistency across all disciplines
• Providing technical Support for adjacent LAWA projects as required to ensure accurate interface
• Providing technical coordination for project consistency across all disciplines
• Preparing and reviewing briefings, meeting agendas, and supporting materials for various meetings including Board presentations, Steering Committee meeting, Stakeholder outreach, and other TDIP meetings

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, and/or related field required
• 15 years or more experience in managing the design of large, complex building projects, utilities and infrastructure improvements, preferably on airport projects
• Design management of complex aviation improvements experience required
• Experience working on large team for complex projects.
• Experience with various delivery methods, including Design-Bid-Build, Design+CMAR and Design/Build
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and a thorough knowledge of industry practices and regulations
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Bluebeam
• Familiarity with Project Management Information Systems (PM Web)
• Ability to work in CAD or REVIT a plus

D’Leon Consulting Engineers is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful workplace. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.