Design Manager/Project Manager - Workplace - Mid Level

Gensler; Newport Beach (CA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Design Manager to lead corporate interior projects in Newport Beach. This role involves overseeing all phases of project delivery, from developing project schedules and budgets to mentoring junior staff and ensuring client satisfaction. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of design management experience, a strong understanding of commercial real estate processes, and expertise in interior design. Join a company that values creativity and work-life balance, offering comprehensive benefits and professional development opportunities. If you are passionate about design and eager to make a significant impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Wellness Programs

401k

Profit Sharing

Employee Stock Ownership

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in design management for corporate interiors.
• Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design or Architecture required.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial interiors projects from start to finish.
• Develop schedules, budgets, and oversee project teams.

Skills

Design Management

Client Service

Space Planning

Project Management

FF&E Expertise

Building Codes Knowledge

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Interior Design

Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Revit

SketchUp

Photoshop

Job description

Your Role

At Gensler Newport Beach, we help companies innovate. We design spaces, services and environments for organizations seeking new ways to provide value for themselves by fostering healthier, more effective workplaces. We are searching for an experienced design manager with a successful track record of managing all phases of corporate interiors projects and leading multiple projects at the same time.

Responsible for managing commercial interiors projects. A Design Manager at Gensler works with autonomy to be responsible for execution of a variety of project types and sizes and will lead all phases of projects. He or she will be involved in all phases of the project delivery and must have a working knowledge of this process with the ability to deliver the successful completion of a project. A Design Manager will work/interact with and mentor junior staff to encourage a high level of design and ensure client satisfaction through being the main point of contact for the client in all work produced.

What You Will Do

1. Act as lead design manager for a variety of project types
2. Participate during all phases of project delivery
3. Develop project schedules, budgets, and work plans
4. Interface with client, contractor, agencies, as well as engineering and specialty consultants
5. Prepare and review proposals, contracts, and consultant agreements
6. Review internal project accounting documents and process draft project billing
7. Participate in firm marketing, proposal writing, and project interviews
8. Manage project teams, assign and monitor completion of tasks
9. Mentor junior staff
10. Participate in the coordination and document preparation for projects and provide quality assurance via review of project documentation
11. Other related duties as assigned

Your Qualifications

1. 10+ Years of Design Management experience working on corporate interior projects
2. Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Interior Design or Architecture
3. Knowledge and experience in all phases of interior design / architectural projects
4. Ability to provide excellent client service and assure project profitability
5. Understanding of Commercial Real Estate process as it relates to commercial interior projects
6. Desire to mentor junior staff
7. Strong programming and space planning skills
8. High level of design competence and expertise in FF&E
9. Knowledge of state and local building codes including accessibility
10. Computer savvy with moderate or better skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and Project), and AutoCAD.
11. Revit, SketchUp and Photoshop skills are a benefit

To be considered for this opportunity, you must UPLOAD A PORTFOLIO to the attachments sections of your application.

Compensation is based upon experience and estimated range is $105,000 – $125,000 annually + bonuses + benefits.

Life at Gensler

At Gensler, we are as committed to enjoying life as we are to delivering best-in-class design. From curated art exhibits to internal design competitions to “Well-being Week,” our offices reflect our people’s diverse interests.

We encourage every person at Gensler to lead a healthy and balanced life. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off. We also offer a 401k, profit sharing, employee stock ownership, and twice annual bonus opportunities. Our annual base salary range has been established based on local markets.

As part of the firm’s commitment to licensure and professional development, Gensler offers reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees. In addition, we reimburse tuition for certain eligible programs or classes. We view our professional development programs as strategic investments in our future.