Senior Design Manager, Mixed-Use

Our Client is seeking a Senior Design Manager to lead the planning and design of mixed-use developments in line with its business model and strategic objectives. This role works closely with internal partners in Development, Leasing, Project Management, and Operations to define project goals and deliver coordinated design solutions. Working with the development team, the Senior Design Manager oversees the full design process through external architectural and engineering consultants, presents recommendations to senior leadership, and guides approved direction through successful implementation.

Design Leadership

• Manage external architecture and engineering (A/E) consultants through the design process, from concept through construction.
• Provide master planning input on mixed-use projects in Our Client's real estate pipeline.
• Review consultant design concepts and construction drawings, providing feedback in collaboration with the development team, and offer design suggestions and alternatives to help meet project goals.
• Participate in Value Engineering sessions to ensure overall design goals are met.
• Review and comment on construction submittals of major specialty design components.
• Provide input and coordination assistance for the procurement and installation of all project fixtures, furnishings, and equipment (FF review purchase orders and submittals for FF&E and any owner-supplied items.
• Make site visits as needed for project meetings to review construction progress and mock-ups, and participate in resolving design-related problems.

Design Management

• Develop the project design scope, schedule, and budget for Architect/Engineer services.
• Actively seek and solicit proposals from external consultants best suited for the assigned project.
• Prepare Requests for Proposals (RFPs) for new projects, evaluate responses, and make selections with the project team.
• Prepare consultant contracts and additional services agreements using standard templates, and manage contracts through the project management system.
• Review and approve consultant invoicing.

• Bachelor of Architecture from a NAAB-accredited school.
• Architecture license and registration in at least one U.S. state.
• Minimum of 15 years of progressive A/E industry experience, including 10 years of multifamily and/or hospitality design. This experience may include project roles as Designer, Project Architect, or Project Manager.
• Advanced knowledge of multifamily, mid-rise, institutionally owned projects, including planning, zoning, design metrics, and development parameters.
• Broad experience in the hospitality market sector.
• Proven track record of managing A/E design consultants.

Interested candidates are invited to apply through Recruit 619. We look forward to connecting you with this opportunity with Our Client.