Design Manager I — Lead Design & Delivery for Projects

J.E. Dunn Construction Company; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

JE Dunn Construction seeks a Design Manager 1 to lead design teams and partners, ensuring coordinated documents and design alignment with project goals. The role emphasizes proactive management across design-build or design-assist methods to support strategy and value delivery.

Ideal candidates will manage consultants, monitor budgets and schedules, and deliver cost-saving solutions while maintaining quality and compliance across disciplines.

Qualifications

• Requires design or construction management experience; strong coordination of design disciplines.
• Proficient with AutoCAD, Revit and SketchUp; understanding codes and life-safety standards.
• Bachelor’s degree in architecture/engineering or related field; equivalent experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Lead design teams, trade partners, process, and technology for design-build or alternatives.
• Develop work plans and collaborate with preconstruction, operations, and stakeholders.
• Ensure coordination documents meet project goals, budgets, and schedules.

Skills

Autonomy

Communication

Presentations

Lean knowledge

Budget & schedule

Education

Bachelor's degree in architecture or engineering

Equivalent relevant experience considered

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Google SketchUp

Job description

JE Dunn Construction seeks a Design Manager 1 to lead design teams and partners, ensuring coordinated documents and design alignment with project goals. The role emphasizes proactive management across design-build or design-assist methods to support strategy and value delivery.

Ideal candidates will manage consultants, monitor budgets and schedules, and deliver cost-saving solutions while maintaining quality and compliance across disciplines.