Onsite Design Manager - Lead Building Systems & Projects

System One; Glenolden (Delaware County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 153,000; Full time

Job summary

System One in Glenolden, PA seeks an experienced Design Manager to lead design production from development handoff to construction closeout. This onsite role ensures projects meet schedule and energy outcomes while guiding the design team.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field, with 5+ years of design experience in mechanical, electrical, or building automation systems, and strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related technical field.
• 5+ years of design related experience with mechanical, electrical, building automation systems, programming, or building operation management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Attention to safety.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Proficiency with Autodesk Revit and AutoCad software packages.

Responsibilities

• Supports the day-to-day management of design tasks, ensuring timely progress, accurate documentation, and alignment with project goals.
• Guides and assigns tasks to junior staff, monitors performance, and provides mentorship to support team development and efficiency.
• Ensures adherence to design standards and safety protocols while helping implement process updates and conducting initial quality checks.
• Assists in tracking labor hours and budgets, reviews time entries for accuracy, and contributes to resource planning.
• Facilitates clear communication between staff, project managers, and leadership, and supports client interactions under supervision.
• Participates in team activities, promotes a positive culture, and handles additional responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Safety orientation

Analytical/problem solving

Design management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related technical field

Tools

Autodesk Revit

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

System One in Glenolden, PA seeks an experienced Design Manager to lead design production from development handoff to construction closeout. This onsite role ensures projects meet schedule and energy outcomes while guiding the design team.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field, with 5+ years of design experience in mechanical, electrical, or building automation systems, and strong leadership and communication skills.