7-10 years of experience in graphic design and brand management, preferably in AEC, real estate, or B2B sectors.
Proven leadership skills in developing and managing a design team.
Strong portfolio showcasing brand strategy and applied design work.
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) and Microsoft Office.
Experience with interactive design platforms like Ceros or a willingness to learn.
Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, or related field.
Responsibilities
Lead and mentor a design team, assigning work and conducting performance reviews.
Maintain and evolve brand guidelines across various platforms and materials.
Refine design standards and quality control measures for consistent output.
Manage workflow and team capacity across multiple projects and deadlines.
Direct the creation of marketing collateral, including presentations and brochures.
Oversee visual content for digital platforms and internal communications.
Manage relationships with external vendors for design and production needs.
Ensure brand consistency across all company communications and regional offices.
Benefits
Collaborative work environment with a focus on team development.
Opportunity to lead high-priority projects and initiatives.
Access to professional development resources and training.
Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance.
Full Job Description
Job Title: Graphic Design & Brand Manager
Employment Type: Full-Time
FSLA: Salary/Exempt
Division: Marketing
Department: Creative
Reports to: Creative Director
Supervisory Duties: No
Salary Range: $100,000 - $120,000
Job Description
The Graphic Design & Brand Manager leads the visual identity and brand consistency of the company across project marketing materials, proposals, internal communications, and digital platforms. This role serves as a player-coach (approximately 40% hands-on design / 60% team leadership), managing both the design team and the overall design function.
Responsible for team development, workload prioritization, capacity planning, scheduling, processes, and design tools, the Graphic Design & Brand Manager partners closely with the Creative Director to establish long-term department goals and ensure the Consigli brand is expressed consistently and effectively across all strategic initiatives. This position combines brand strategy, creative leadership, and hands-on design execution, overseeing a team of designers while contributing to high-priority projects.
Responsibilities / Essential Functions
Lead, mentor, and develop a team of designers, including assigning work, setting priorities, providing feedback, and conducting performance reviews.
Maintain and evolve brand guidelines across all touchpoints, including proposals, signage, digital platforms, print materials, and apparel.
Refine design standards, quality control measures, and review processes to ensure consistent, high-quality output.
Manage workflow and team capacity across multiple concurrent projects and competing deadlines.
Direct the design and production of marketing collateral, including project case studies, presentations, brochures, signage, and business development pursuit materials.
Oversee visual content for the website, digital platforms (Ceros, Mailchimp, etc.), social media, and internal communications.
Manage relationships with external vendors, including printers, signage providers, and software partners.
Ensure brand consistency across regional offices, project sites, and company communications.
Develop templates and design systems that enable non-designers to create brand-compliant materials.
Key Skills
Excellent project management skills with the ability to prioritize, delegate, and manage multiple deadlines across departments.
Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with executives, business development leaders, and internal stakeholders.
Required Experience
7-10 years of experience in graphic design and brand management, ideally within the AEC (architecture, engineering, and construction), real estate, or B2B industries.
Proven experience leading and developing a team of designers, including hiring, coaching, and performance management.
Strong portfolio demonstrating both brand strategy, brand systems, and applied design work.
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop), PowerPoint, and Microsoft Office applications.
Experience using Ceros or similar interactive design platforms, or the ability to learn quickly.
Experience designing for both print and digital media, including large-format signage and environmental graphics.
Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
About Suffolk Construction Co Inc
Suffolk Construction is a privately held construction company founded in 1982 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts. The company provides preconstruction, construction management, design-build, and general contracting services to clients in the healthcare, education, science and technology, commercial, and government sectors. Suffolk Construction has completed projects in 35 states and has offices in Florida, New York, Texas, and California. The company is known for its innovative use of technology in construction, including virtual reality and 3D printing.
