The Civil Design Managerwill be responsible for setting design and architectural standards, reviewing architectural drawings for meeting those standards, guidance on design implications during pre-development and development phases, guidance on value management and project specifications, and adherence to design standards and programs. The Civil Design Manager will also assist the President and Senior Development Executive and other team members with miscellaneous design, development, CAD and graphics activities while supporting the organization’s mission, vision and values.
Qualifications:
Training/Education
Architectural Degree
Valid Driver’s License
Experience
Minimum of five years of experience in the area of architectural design with demonstrated experience in the commercial development industry.
Computer literacy sufficient to operate computer graphic applications (Adobe Creative Suite, InDesign, Photo Shop, Flash, Dreamweaver, AutoCad, Revit, etc.), spreadsheet and word processing applications (Microsoft Office) and other business related software.
Responsibilities:
Essential Functions:
Creates and oversees standards for architectural design and maintains brand design expectations, cost, schedule and operational requirements
Participates in the design vision for each development project in alignment with design strategy and standards
Responsible for site analysis and site planning processes
Reviews project site planning and product design
Manage the external design process through architects, consultants, contractors and vendors and assists in pricing as required.
Oversees predevelopment studies for projects
Creates and maintains the design standards for commercial spaces
Collaborates well with the in-house development, construction and management teams as well as government agencies, consultants, vendors and contractors.
Ensures company policies, procedures and guidelines are complied with in a professional manner and are demonstrated in all oral and written communications
Provides support for the development activities of the President, Vice President of Development, Senior Development Executive and other corporate personnel.
Travels on an “as needed” basis as dictated by performance goals, job description or as directed by supervisor