Design Manager

PROCEDEO; Oregon (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Negotiable salary

401(k) with company match

Full medical/dental/vision insurance

Paid time off

Life and disability insurance

Paid maternity and paternity leave

Tuition reimbursement

HSA and FSA medical plans

Job summary

A leading project delivery company is seeking a Design Manager to oversee K–12 educational design projects. This role involves managing design budgets, schedules, and consultant teams to ensure compliance with district standards. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of relevant experience, strong organizational and communication skills, and must excel in coordinating various design phases. The company offers competitive benefits including a negotiable salary and comprehensive insurance plans.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in K–12 design management or architectural/project management.
• Strong knowledge of K–12 educational specifications, building codes, and permitting processes.
• Proven experience managing AE teams through all phases of design.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with educational specifications and technical design guidelines.
• Review and implement design processes and procedures.
• Prepare the Notice of Award and Notice to Proceed for architects.

Skills

K–12 design management

Project management

Communication

Organization

Design coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management

Job description

Design Manager

PROCEDEO is a national leader in innovative project delivery methods and advanced construction technology, particularly within the education and municipal sectors. We specialize in managing comprehensive portfolios of capital projects from initial planning to completion. Our team is committed to delivering exceptional service while maintaining a personalized approach to meet client needs. At PROCEDEO, we combine expertise, collaboration, and innovation to deliver high‑quality projects tailored to our clients.

Position Overview

The PROCEDEO Group is seeking a K–12 Design Manager to oversee the planning, coordination, and delivery of design efforts for K–12 educational facilities. This on‑site role manages design budgets, schedules, and consultant teams to ensure alignment with project goals, district standards, and regulatory requirements. The Design Manager works closely with architects, engineers, contractors, and school district representatives to ensure designs are accurate, constructible, and delivered on time.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance of district educational specifications and technical design guidelines.
• Review and ensure implementation of design processes and procedures.
• Assist in interpretation of the bond program and related contracts and requirements.
• Assist in resolving claims involving construction contractors and/or design professionals.
• Prepare the Notice of Award and Notice to Proceed for architects.
• Lead the design review process for all assigned projects through every phase.
• Review and process AE invoices and add services within 48 hours of receipt.
• Attend and manage meetings with the design team and ensure meeting minutes are issued and uploaded.
• Assist with the permitting process to confirm AE submission to city compliance.
• Develop phasing plans and manage installation of swing space buildings, if any.
• Produce internal updates, monthly reports, schedule updates, and estimates as required.
• During construction, verify AE site observation reports.
• Track AE and GC submittal review and approval, shop drawings, RFI and change orders.
• Ensure drawings, specs and as-built records are kept on each project per program requirements.
• Assist the Project Controls team in the development and submittal of quarterly and annual progress reports.
• Participate in assigned contract negotiations.
• Review and approve additional services requests and change orders for construction and design professionals.
• Communicate substitution requests and design waivers to the Program Director.
• Provide technical review of structural, architectural, civil and landscape design, and construction documents through all phases of design.
• Coordinate between the owner and project team throughout the design process.
• Attend punch‑list walks and observation walks as needed.
• Update OPEX weekly during the design phase.
• Perform all other tasks and duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in K–12 design management or architectural/project management.
• Strong knowledge of K–12 educational specifications, building codes, and permitting processes.
• Proven experience managing AE teams through all phases of design.
• Ability to review and coordinate architectural, structural, and civil construction documents.
• Excellent communication, organization, and project coordination skills.

Employee Benefits

Employee Benefits include a negotiable salary, 401(k) with company match, full medical/dental/vision insurance, paid time off, life and disability insurance, paid maternity and paternity leave, tuition reimbursement, HSA and FSA medical plans as available to full‑time employees.

About the PROCEDEO Group

PROCEDEO is a national leader in alternative project delivery methods for architecture and construction, as well as cutting‑edge construction technology within the education and municipal sectors. We oversee full portfolios of capital projects for K‑12 districts, municipalities and universities from conception through all phases of procurement to completion. Our team prides itself on providing exceptional service while remaining attentive to client needs. We specialize in delivering projects efficiently and effectively, maintaining a client‑focused approach.

PROCEDEO is an equal employment opportunity company.

For more information on our culture, history and portfolio of work and services, please visit www.procedeogroup.com.