Case Western Reserve University · 21 hours ago
Staff Landscape Architect / Design Manager 2
Cleveland, OH
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$77K/yr - $97K/yr
5+ years expCase Western Reserve University is committed to enhancing the campus environment through effective project management and design leadership. The Design Manager 2 will lead programming, planning, and design for institutional projects while ensuring collaboration across various university departments and managing project scope, budget, and schedule.
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Responsibilities
Lead the design, development, and detailed planning of programs and plans for moderate to large construction, renovation, and realignment of university facilities, signage, and landscaped space
Oversee and instruct third-party architects and engineers to facilitate design and project documentation to reinforce the needs of the university are achieved
Develop the scope, assist in the planning, manage the designer, and support the construction process for moderate to large projects ranging in size from $25K to $50M
Provide mentoring, coaching and direction setting to enhance services to the campus community and support existing operations and critical facilities
Qualification
Required
5 years of architecture, landscape architecture, engineering, design management, or construction management experience required
Bachelor's degree in architecture, engineering, business, planning, or other facilities-related field of study required
Experience with all aspects of project planning and design required, including programming, planning, design and space planning, basic cost estimating, construction document preparation, project management, and construction administration
Proven track record of leading multiple, critical high-profile projects
Ability to set priorities and manage multiple projects/deadlines
Strong financial acumen, budgeting, and decision-making skills
Conceptual thinker who is attentive to details
Well-developed customer service acumen
Effective communicator with excellent written and oral communication skills
Ability to collaborate and build strong project teams
Ability to interact with engineers and architects (at a very technical level) regarding campus infrastructure, as well as design and construction of the various building types associated with a research university
Ability to read drawings and to explain content of drawings to others who are not experienced in the use of building plans and documentation
Exceptional proficiency in preparing, presenting, and defending briefs, point papers, and decision memorandums
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and auto-CAD
Strong graphic skills with the ability to produce, direct and critique drawings and presentations used to communicate design concepts and details
Knowledge of relevant local, state, federal laws/regulations including applicable building and fire codes
Demonstrated history of successful support, education, and advocacy for all students, aligned with the values, mission, and messaging of the university
Ability to interact with colleagues, supervisors, and customers face to face
Ability to meet consistent attendance
Preferred
Experience working in an AAU, R-1 research-intensive university and/or medical facility highly desired
Experience in working in the construction field desired
Master's degree in architecture, engineering, business, planning, or other facilities-related field of study desired
Registration as a Licensed Architect, Landscape Architect or Professional Engineer (any state) desired, with Ohio as preferred
Additional coursework in urban design and planning, facility planning and programming, contract law, interior design, engineering desired
Experience in the design of technology-enhanced instructional space and research labs. (Does not apply to Landscape Architect role.)
Benefits
Excellent healthcare
Retirement plans
Tuition assistance
Paid time off
Winter recess
Company
Case Western Reserve University
Case Western Reserve University is among the nation's leading research institutions.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1.17M2015-10-12Grant· $1.17M
Leadership Team
Caden Kacmarynski
Co-Founder and President - Case Quantum Computing
Christine Kush
Associate Dean, Corporate Partnerships and Executive Education
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