Design Project Manager

Related Management Company; New York (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus incentives

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

A prominent real estate firm in New York City is seeking a Project Manager with a Bachelor of Architecture and 2 years of experience as an Architect. In this role, you will oversee design processes, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and ensure project objectives are met. Responsibilities include developing RFPs, tracking invoices, and monitoring design documentation. The position offers a competitive salary range of $75,000 to $175,000, along with discretionary bonuses and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience as an Architect.
• Experience managing multidisciplinary design consultants.
• Strong project management skills including scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Develop and issue RFPs for design and engineering consultants.
• Track and approve invoices based on consultant percent complete.
• Monitor the production of design drawings.

Skills

Project management

Understanding of building systems

Communication with multidisciplinary teams

Education

Bachelor of Architecture

Job description

Overview

Formed in 1972, Related is the most prominent privately‑owned real estate firm in the United States. Headquartered in New York City, the company has offices and major developments across the world and manages a portfolio valued at over $70 billion, including the 28‑acre Hudson Yards neighborhood on Manhattan’s West Side. Related believes in investing in its talent and cultivates a positive, team‑oriented environment where every voice is valued.

Responsibilities

• Develop and issue RFPs for design, engineering, and specialty consultants; collaborate with the development group, operating partners, and outside consultants to establish the project program and basis of design.
• Produce comprehensive leveling documentation to recommend competitive design fees, including cost and man‑hour estimates as applicable.
• Prepare consultant contracts in consultation with the legal team.
• Track and approve invoices based on consultant percent complete and deliverables.
• Implement, coordinate, and execute the design process through project completion and move‑in.
• Oversee the analysis of fundamental building systems—foundation, structural, building envelope, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and technology—to select the optimal combination for the project mission.
• Collaborate closely with sales, leasing, and marketing groups to align design with sales/leasing objectives, and with operating partners to meet supporting space and functional requirements.
• Collaborate with the construction group to ensure budget and quality execution objectives are met.
• Monitor the production of design drawings, ensuring all relevant construction information is included and coordinated with onsite construction activities; aim for 100% complete, coordinated, and correct documentation.
• Establish agendas for design meetings, track action steps, and administer follow‑up.
• Record and minute all meetings and track attendee input.
• Develop and maintain design deliverables schedules in coordination with the master project schedule.
• Collaborate closely with the development team to deliver and evaluate documents within established timelines.
• Identify and maintain all timelines related to the building department or any other jurisdictional government agency.

Compensation

Anticipated base salary range: $75,000 – $175,000. In addition to a competitive base salary, you will be eligible for discretionary bonus incentives and a comprehensive benefits package. Actual base salary within the anticipated range will be determined by several components, including, but not limited to, the individual's experience, skills, qualifications, and market factors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Architecture and 2 years of experience as an Architect.
• Experience managing multidisciplinary design consultants, including engineering, architectural, and specialty teams.
• Demonstrated knowledge of building systems, construction documentation, and code compliance.
• Experience coordinating design phases from concept through construction administration.
• Ability to read, interpret, and manage architectural and engineering drawings and specifications.
• Strong project management skills, including scheduling, meeting management, and tracking deliverables.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Project Management and Information Technology