Senior Design Manager

Clark Construction Group

Atlanta (GA)

On-site

USD 100,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a Senior Design Manager to oversee design processes and ensure successful project delivery. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in architecture or construction, strong leadership skills, and a keen ability to collaborate effectively in a dynamic environment. You will manage cross-functional teams and resolve design issues to meet project objectives, working in an engaging office and occasionally visiting construction sites.

Qualifications

8+ years relevant work experience managing development and/or design.
Technical expertise in building enclosures and/or MEP systems.
Experience managing staff and outside stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Deliver a design that is on budget and schedule.
Lead an integrated design-build team.
Organize design review processes and resolve issues.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Cost Management

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or graduate degree in a related field

Tools

Revit

Job description

Overview

Clark Construction Group is seeking a highly talented Senior Design Manager. Senior Design Managers are integral members of our design-build project teams across the country. As a Senior Design Manager, you will provide critical guidance to partnered design firms on one or more of our projects—leveraging internal resources, creativity, professional relationships, and proven processes to manage complex workflows.

Responsibilities

Successfully delivering a design that is on budget, on schedule, and compliant with program standards
Actively leading an integrated design-build team, including regular interfaces with clients, designers, trade partners and other key stakeholders
Leading stakeholder decision meetings, design progress meetings, and design conferences
Shaping design deliverables and workflow during the design process, including critical decisions regarding design packaging to support subcontracting and permitting
Organizing and leading the design review process to ensure collection and resolution of all issues
Managing design issue resolution in real-time
Leading collaboration internally with technical teams, project managers, cost managers, and purchasing agents
Participating in development of RFP and RFQ responses including providing strategic insights to pursuit strategy

Qualifications

Bachelor's or graduate degree in a related field (e.g., Business, Real Estate, Architecture, Construction, Engineering, Economics, etc.) preferred
8+ years relevant work experience managing development and/or design to achieve pro-forma goals—cost, schedule, and program
Technical expertise in building enclosures and/or MEP systems
Experience managing staff and outside stakeholders
Working knowledge of Revit and other BIM-related design tools strongly preferred
Must have strong interest in Design-Build delivery

Skills & Abilities

Strong knowledge of design and cost management principles and practices
Clear understanding of integrated design and construction schedules
Appreciation and understanding of architecture firms' business model, design principles, and process
Ability to lead a collaborative design process with various stakeholders
Strong leadership, communication and relationship-management skills
Ability to train, manage, and influence direct reports
Ability to motivate and collaborate with peers working at other firms
Ability to work with and present to executive leadership
Ability to participate in pursuit efforts for design-build projects
Self-motivated, organized team player with ability to manage work priorities in a fast-paced environment
Ability to develop and maintain a collaborative, creative work environment and influence others
Alignment to Clark Standards of Excellence: self-motivated, results-oriented, adaptable, team player, accountable, ethical, innovative, resilient, builds relationships, builds people/teams and followership, sets direction, and executes

The Physical Side of the Role

Given that a good portion of your day will be spent at a desk, you should be comfortable with prolonged periods of focused work, whether it's collaborating with colleagues, analyzing data, or developing strategies. The role demands effective communication and sharp visual acuity for reviewing complex documents and performing detailed computer work. While there are times for quiet concentration, you'll also be expected to move actively throughout the office and travel occasionally to various locations, including dynamic construction sites, utilizing different modes of transportation. The ability to lift and move objects up to 10 pounds regularly, and up to 25 pounds on occasion (think a box of files or small office equipment), is also required.

Your Work Environment

Your primary workspace will be in our professional office, which has a typical, quiet-to-moderate noise and light levels. As part of your work, you may also be required to visit active construction sites. These environments are naturally more dynamic and can include exposure to outdoor weather conditions, louder noise, and moving equipment. Your safety is our top priority, and you'll be expected to follow Clark Construction's safety policies and procedures, and all applicable laws, at all locations.

Our High-Performing Culture

This is a demanding, high-performance environment. We are looking for candidates who are energized by challenge, thrive under pressure, and are prepared to do what it takes to achieve exceptional results. Success in this role requires significant commitment, including flexibility to work extended hours, especially during critical project phases or client deadlines. Beyond regular working hours, there will be occasions where business needs require your attention, particularly for time-sensitive matters or emergencies. You are expected to monitor and respond to communications (phone calls, emails, text messages) as required to address these situations effectively. Your ability to manage these expectations and be responsive when critical issues arise is key to your success in this role and our collective success as a team.

Drug Free Workplace

Clark promotes a drug free workplace. A pre-employment drug fitness for duty screening is required, and the company conducts random quarterly drug fitness for duty tests.

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