Strong project management skills for coordinating multiple projects simultaneously
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective liaison
Proficient in project management software and tools
Minimum of 5 years experience in project management in design or construction
Bachelor's degree in project management, engineering, architecture or related field
PE or NCARB certification preferred; LEED Accreditation a plus
Experience in budget management and design scheduling
Responsibilities
Oversee planning, execution, and delivery of design projects
Manage multidisciplinary teams to promote collaboration
Ensure projects are completed on time and within budget
Serve as primary client and stakeholder contact
Provide timely updates to clients and stakeholders
Collaborate with clients to establish project requirements
Review client contracts and manage change orders
Benefits
Remote & hybrid work options available
15 days of Paid Time Off accrued in the first year
Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
401(k) with company match and immediate vesting
Company-paid life and disability insurance
Tax-advantaged accounts (HSA, FSA, Dependent Care FSA)
Full Job Description
The Design Project Manager will oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of design projects within the organization. This role requires a dynamic individual with a keen eye for detail and a strong ability to manage multidisciplinary teams. The Design Project Manager is responsible for ensuring that projects are completed on time, within scope, and on budget, while maintaining the highest quality standards. This individual will serve as the primary point of contact for clients and stakeholders, providing regular updates and addressing any concerns promptly. Duties/Responsibilities:
Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of design projects within the organization
Manage multidisciplinary teams, ensuring collaboration and communication are effective
Ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and on budget
Maintain the highest quality standards throughout the project lifecycle
Serve as the primary point of contact for clients and stakeholders
Provide regular updates to clients and stakeholders and address any concerns promptly
Collaborate with clients, contractors, and other stakeholders to establish project requirements and objectives
Review Client contracts
Review Client contracts
Review Client design program requirements
Client invoicing and change management
Design budgets and design schedules
Financial reporting and invoicing
Manage outside design consultants as required
Permitting due diligence
Weekly Client and internal design meetings
Ensure quality of overall design
Coordinate and provide technical support during construction
Other duties as assigned
Required Skills/Abilities:
Strong project management skills with the ability to lead and coordinate multiple projects simultaneously
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively liaise with clients, stakeholders, and team members
Excellent collaboration skills to work with clients, contractors, and stakeholders to define project requirements
Working knowledge of industrial building design and construction is required
Proficient in project management software and tools
Ability to analyze and solve complex problems with innovative solutions
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to adapt to changing project requirements and timelines
Experience in budget management and resource allocation
Proven leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire a team
Education/Experience:
Bachelor's degree in project management, engineering, architecture, or a related field
PE or NCARB certification is preferred
LEED Accreditation preferred
Minimum of 5 years of experience in project management, preferably in the design or construction industry
Preferred experience working in the food and/or logistics industries as a manager, architect or engineer.
Experience in design budget estimating and management
Experience project invoicing and tracking
Management of design schedules
Skilled in project meeting planning, hosting and documentation
Familiar with the site and building permitting process
Familiarity with design software such as AutoCAD, Revit, or similar is a plus
Travel Requirements:
Flexibility to travel on short notice for urgent business needs, to attend meetings, trainings, and events.
Maintain a professional demeanor and appearance during business trips.
Compliance with company travel policies and procedures.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to sit, stand, and walk for long periods of time.
Ability to use a computer, phone, printer, scanner, and other office equipment.
Visual acuity for detailed work and computer use
Ability to lift, carry, and move up to 25 pounds of files, documents, and materials.
Stellar offers a comprehensive package which includes:
Competitive pay based on experience
Remote & hybrid work options for many positions
Paid Time Off - accrue 15 days (120 hours) within first year of service
Paid holidays
Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
Tax-advantaged accounts (HSA, FSA, Dependent Care FSA)
Company-paid life and disability insurance
401(k) - company match with immediate vesting
About Stellar
Stellar is an open-source, decentralized payment protocol that allows for fast and cheap cross-border transactions between any pair of currencies. It was founded in 2014 by Jed McCaleb and Joyce Kim. Stellar's native cryptocurrency is called Lumens (XLM). The Stellar network is designed to make it easy to create, send, and trade digital representations of all forms of money: dollars, pesos, bitcoin, pretty much anything. It is used by companies such as IBM and Deloitte to facilitate cross-border payments and micropayments.
