Cobalt Recruitment · 3 days ago
Architectural Design Manager
NYC Metro Area
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expCobalt Recruitment is a privately held real estate development firm seeking an Architectural Design Manager to lead the technical delivery of large-scale multifamily high-rise developments. This role involves managing projects from Design Development through Construction Administration, ensuring quality and effective execution of design intent.
Human ResourcesRecruitingStaffing Agency
Responsibilities
Lead and direct architectural teams to ensure proprietary standards for unit layouts, common areas, and amenity programming are consistently executed
Serve as the steward of design quality, ensuring optimal planning, constructability, and efficient use of space
Review and manage architectural deliverables at all phases to ensure alignment with project goals, budgets, and schedules
Manage coordination among architectural, MEP, structural, civil, and specialty consultants during DD and CD phases
Ensure integration of preferred systems and methodologies specific to multifamily high-rise developments
Identify and resolve design and coordination conflicts proactively
Lead CA-phase meetings and manage RFIs, submittals, and design clarifications
Conduct frequent site visits to ensure construction aligns with design intent and approved documents
Review and evaluate change orders resulting from design modifications to protect design integrity, schedule, and budget
Report to the Design Director on project status, risks, and key issues
Maintain close collaboration with in-house Project Management and Interior Design teams
Ensure continuity of design vision from building envelope through interior detailing
Qualification
Required
5–10 years of professional experience in architecture
Strong background in ground-up, high-rise multifamily residential development
Expert knowledge of building codes, zoning regulations, and ADA requirements
Comprehensive understanding of complex building systems, including MEP and structural coordination
Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD and Bluebeam
Proven ability to lead meetings, manage multidisciplinary consultant teams, and perform effectively under aggressive development and construction schedules
Strong communication skills with the ability to represent ownership interests throughout the design and construction process
Company
Cobalt Recruitment
Cobalt Recruitment offers recruitment services for the real estate and construction industry.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase