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Related Ross · 1 day ago

Design Manager (Luxury Residential Development)

West Palm Beach, FL

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

8+ years exp

Related Ross is transforming urban life in West Palm Beach and Palm Beach County, creating opportunity for all who live and work here. The Design Manager will oversee all aspects of design project management, focusing on establishing standards, processes, and quality controls throughout the project lifecycle.

Commercial Real EstateProperty ManagementReal EstateResidential

Responsibilities

Establish standards, processes and quality controls for the coordination of work from concept stages throughout the completion of construction documents, construction administration during construction and project opening

Manage design processes to be synchronized with the requirements of entitlement and approvals processes

Recommendation and selection of design, engineering and other professional consultants and associated development and issuance of required RFP’s for design, engineering and specialty consultants

Produce comprehensive leveling documentation for proper recommendations concerning competitive design fees, including both cost and man-hour estimates as applicable

Establish and negotiate consultant fees

Prepare and negotiate consultant contracts in consultation with the legal team

Track and approve invoices based on consultant percentage complete and deliverables

In consultation with the development group, operating partners, and outside consultants, develop the project program and basis for design

Implement, coordinate and execute the design process through project completion and move-in and negotiate associated additional fees

Review and comment on all consultant deliverables

Manage consultants budgets and discern the need and request additional scope work

Coordinate presentations such that the extended team is informed of design progress and the status of design

Secure all internal design approvals by key Related Ross stakeholders

Oversee the fundamental building systems (foundation, structural, building envelope, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, technology) analysis to select the optimal combination of fundamental building systems to achieve the project mission

Close collaboration with sales, leasing and marketing group so that the sales/leasing objectives are achieved through design

Close collaboration with the operating partners so that all supporting spaces and functional requirements are achieved through design

Close collaboration with construction group to ensure budget and quality execution objectives are achieved

Monitor the production of design drawings to ensure all relevant construction information is included throughout the design phases and in close coordination with onsite construction activities – the goal is 100% complete, 100% coordinated and 100% correct construction drawing and specification documentation

Establish agendas for design meetings, track action steps and administer follow up

Record and minute all meetings and keep track of attendees’ input

Develop and maintain design deliverables schedules in coordination with master project schedule

Collaborate closely with the development team so that documents are delivered and evaluated within the timelines established

Identify and maintain any timelines that are related to the building department or any other government agency having jurisdiction

Qualification

Architecture DegreeDesign ManagementZoningPlanning CodesProject ManagementAutoCADREVITConstruction Process KnowledgeConsultant Team AssemblyInnovative Problem-SolverTeam EnvironmentCommunicationLeadershipInterpersonal Skills

Required

Degree in Architecture

Work experience in design and project management with an architectural and/or engineering firm with a minimum of 8-15 years of professional experience

At least 5 years in a management or leadership role within an A&E firm

Experience with architectural design and documentation for residential

Possesses a high level of sensitivity for quality design – an important qualification for Related Ross leadership

Extensive Knowledge of relevant zoning, planning, building and accessibility codes

Extensive experience working and collaborating with contractors regarding cost estimating and value engineering processes

Preferably licensed

Strategic thinker, innovative and problem-solver

Excellent communication skills

Ownership mentality

Strong project management skills, results-driven, adaptable with ability to manage multiple priorities and schedules

Knowledge of various architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing and technology systems for residential applications

Knowledge of design and construction process to ensure all relevant construction information is achieved by the respective design teams in accordance with the construction schedule

Knowledge of construction sequencing, materials and methods

Experience assembling a superior consultant teams to deliver high quality projects that are on time and within budget

Strong sense of integrity and ethics

Values entrepreneurialism, independent thought and innovation

Strong leadership skills

Innovative and retains knowledge of current industry best practices for project design

Able to work in a team environment

Strong interpersonal skills: Adaptive, Assertiveness and Leader

Knowledge of AutoCAD, REVIT technology; personal proficiency in Sketchup is desirable

Ability to sketch freehand to quickly communicate with others

Preferred

Experience and architectural design and documentation in residential uses is desirable

Design management work experience, and a current position, within a real estate development firm is desirable

In-field experience beneficial

Benefits

Personalized Health Care: Multiple medical, dental, and vision plan options; Employee Assistance Program

Financial Benefits: Competitive salary and incentive packages; matching 401(k); FSAs and HSA; employer-paid life and AD&D insurance; paid leave & disability programs

Social Wellness: 19+ days of PTO; mental health counseling & resources; fertility, surrogacy, and adoption assistance; volunteer days and donation matching

Career Development: Learning & training programs; tuition & certification reimbursement; internal advancement opportunities