Project Director

RSM Design; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Job summary

A leading architectural graphics design firm in Dallas is seeking an experienced Project Director and EGD Designer to oversee design projects from vision through completion. The candidate should have at least 10 years of experience in environmental graphic design and proven project management skills. This full-time position involves managing project scope, resources, and client relationships while fostering an innovative design environment. Competitive salary based on experience with benefits included.

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in environmental graphic design or related field.
• Experience overseeing end-to-end design processes.
• Desire and ability to travel to out-of-town project locations occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Manage design, production, and implementation activities.
• Support project teams and ensure client satisfaction.
• Oversee project budgets, schedules, resources, and documentation.
• Coordinate cross-functional team interactions to maintain design intent.
• Help with business development by identifying non-scoped requests and supporting proposals.

Skills

Leadership and team management

Client relationship management

Organizational skills

Communication skills

3D rendering skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, architecture, or related field

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Staff scheduling software

SketchUp

Project management software

Job description

RSM Design is seeking an experienced Project Director and EGD Designer to be a part of our Dallas, TX studio. Candidate must have proven project management experience.

POSITION SUMMARY:

DESIGN

The candidate will lead and oversee a design project(s) from vision through completion, ensuring alignment with client goals, budget, and schedule. This role requires strategic thinking, exceptional client relationship management, and the ability to guide multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, innovative design solutions.

This position manages project scope, schedules, resources, and stakeholder communication. The role supports design teams by organizing workflows, tracking progress, and removing blockers, with less focus on producing design work.

OPERATIONS

The candidate willlead staffing efforts for the studio on their designated projects as well as other studio projects they may not be assigned to. The candidate may occasionally assist with studio operational tasks such as monitoring/ordering supplies, coordinating studio activities, coordinating calendars, and related operational tasks as we are a small team with each team member contributing to the success of the studio.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, architecture, interior design, or related field.
• 10 years of experience in the environmental graphic design field, or related design field.

Location

• Candidate must work in the Dallas studio. We are in the Bishop Arts District of Dallas.
• Desire and ability to travel to out-of-town project locations occasionally.

Proven leadership and team management experience

• Experience with scheduling / staff allocation programs a must.
• Ability to oversee end-to-end design process (concept to final delivery), manage timelines, resources, and budgets with direct contact with the client.

Strong organizational, communication, and client relationship skills

• Collaborative team member with good communication skills that works well in an interdisciplinary, fast-paced environment, as well as ability to work autonomously.
• Experienced with client presentations and the ability to manage client expectations with clear communications and confident leadership.

Proficiency with design software and project management tools

• Must have experience in leading and managing signage, wayfinding, and placemaking packages with the use of Adobe Creative Suite programs.
• Must have experience using resource allocation programs and ability to project hours and schedules of team members.

Ability to balance creative vision with practical project management

• 3D rendering skills in Sketch-up or similar desired, but not mandatory. However, an understanding of the processes, required efforts, and ability to staff and art direct a project are required.
• Capability to define scope for proposals and additional services for their projects and prepare and/or direct preparation of fee proposals accordingly.
• Portfolios/Resumes should demonstrate project scale/complexity, team size and specific contributions to the successful management of the project.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manages design, production, and implementation activities.
• Supports and reports to the PIC/Assoc PIC and Studio Director to manage the staff and resources for all studio assigned projects and team members.
• Serves as a key client contact, fostering strong relationships and ensuring client satisfaction.
• Manage / Monitor project budgets, schedules, and resources, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within scope.
• Mentor and guide project teams, providing clear direction and support to designers and consultants.
• Coordinate cross-functional team interactions including designers, fabricators, and consultants to maintain project quality and design intent.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, design guidelines, and internal processes.
• Oversee project documentation, presentations, and reporting to internal and external stakeholders.
• Contribute to business development efforts by identifying non-scoped project requests and supporting proposal writing.
• Identify risks and opportunities throughout the project lifecycle and implement proactive solutions.

ADDITIONAL NOTES:

• Salary commensurate based on experience and ability level.
• This is a full-time, in-person position with benefits.

RSM Design is an award‑winning, international architectural graphics design firm. We work at the intersection of graphic design and architecture, collaborating with clients, architects, and the various consultants to choreograph the user experience.

The studio’s project collaborations range in scope and scale from complex urban programs to small unique branding opportunities on high‑profile domestic and international projects. We specialize in branding, project visioning, graphic identity, wayfinding, signage design, branded interiors, architectural graphics, and placemaking.

RSM Design’s studios are in Dallas, San Clemente, Los Angeles, and New York and we collaborate cross‑studio for a significant number of projects.

The studio is a passionate team of designers from diverse creative backgrounds including graphic design, architecture, interior design, industrial design, and branding. Our design studio is dedicated to innovation where intellectual questioning and creative debate are encouraged. Challenging ourselves to discover each project’s unique spirit, we create narratives for places that engage people with their environment.