Senior Design Manager

Cumming Group

• $132K — $185K *
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Architecture, Engineering, or related field preferred.
  • 8-12 years' experience in elite architecture or engineering firms on large institutional or academic buildings.
  • Strong understanding of design and construction methods for core and shell buildings.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential.
  • Experience in cost and schedule management is crucial.
  • Deep knowledge of architectural, engineering, and construction documentation.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; CAD and 3D software skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Manage design and preconstruction phases in a fast-paced environment, collaborating with clients and consultants.
  • Lead the development through all project phases including Program, Concept, and CA with detailed coordination.
  • Demonstrate comprehensive experience in the design, engineering, and building process.
  • Adopt a hands-on approach, paying close attention to both strategy and detail.
  • Utilize strong communication skills to provide excellent client service and resolve complex issues.
  • Show proactive initiative, critical thinking, and creative problem-solving.
  • Create management deliverables like presentations, reports, and logs.
  • Oversee consultant onboarding and manage RFQs, RFPs, and agreements.

Benefits

  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • 401(k) plan with matching
  • Paid time off
  • Paid holidays
  • Short and long-term disability coverage
  • Employee Assistance Program
Full Job Description
We are currently seeking Design Managers to focus on overseeing the Design, Engineering and Construction phases of high-profile academic and institutional projects. Experienced Project Managers, Project Architects or Engineers from leading large Architecture or Engineering firms with strong client and management skills are good candidates. This position will be based in Rochester, NY and is a great opportunity to join our team.

Responsibilities:
  • Design and Preconstruction Project Management in a fast-paced demanding environment, collaborating closely with prestigious clients and consultants to deliver design excellence.
  • Lead development through Program, Concept, SD, DD, CD, and CA phases employing meetings, workshops, reviews, and site work ensuring complete coordinated documentation and execution.
  • Demonstrate comprehensive experience in the design, engineering, and building process.
  • Take ownership of responsibility with a hands-on approach, attentive to strategy and detail.
  • Leverage strong interpersonal and communication skills to provide attentive client service and effectively address complex issues and situations.
  • Demonstrate strong personal initiative, critical thinking, and creative problem-solving.
  • Create management deliverables including presentations, reporting, tables, minutes, logs.
  • Manage consultant onboarding, RFQ's, RFP's, interviews, leveling, agreements, and award.
  • Use knowledge and understanding of construction methods, materials, and sequences.
  • Consistent on-site presence for active construction projects as required.
  • Develop rigorous analyses and reviews of developing design and engineering documents.
  • Collaborate in the successful cost and schedule management of the project.
  • Some travel to the New York City office may be required as needed.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Architecture, Engineering, or closely related field preferred.
  • 8-12 years' experience in elite architecture or engineering firms on medium to large scale institutional, academic, university buildings. Interior fit-out experience beneficial.
  • Detailed understanding and experience in the design and development process of core and shell buildings as well as construction methods, materials, and sequences.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and spoken and written communication abilities are essential.
  • Experience with cost and schedule management.
  • Extensive understanding of architectural, engineering, and construction documentation.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, Project, etc.; CAD and 3D software is beneficial.
  • Proficient in Bluebeam, Adobe Creative Suite, Procore, or similar PMIS systems.

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The salary range for this full-time role is $132,800.00-$185,933.36 per year. Ranges are determined based on the position, geography, client and industry experience and level, and represent a good faith effort to provide a fair and equitable salary. This range reflects base salary only, and not the total compensation package. Cumming Group reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range, depending on a candidate's experience, skills, and qualifications, including client requirements.

In addition to base salary, Cumming Group offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
  • Medical
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) Matching
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Holidays
  • Short and long-term disability
  • Employee Assistance Program

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