Design Manager
Job Summary
Design Manager
Company Description
Arquitectonica is an award-winning design-focused architecture and planning firm with a worldwide practice of 500 employees located across eleven offices. Our Miami Headquartersis seeking a Design Manager with a minimum of 8years of architectural work experience to join our team.
Position Overview
As a Design Manager at Arquitectonica you will manage several projects in the design phases and may lead one or more design teams. You will be client-facing taking part in project presentations and managing deliverables to meet project requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Work directly with Design Principals and Leadership to prepare and develop design presentations for clients
- Manage project team(s) to prepare and finalize project designs
- Act as a client point of contact attending all client meetings and managing client communications
- Develop project workplans within the schedules and fees providing on-time deliverables within the project budget
- Monitor project scheduledeliverables deadlines staffing coverage meeting schedule billing and invoices flagging any concerns with leadership
- Mentor interns and junior staff encouraging professional development
- Communicate professionally thoroughly and articulately with clients consultants and staff
- Maintain a positive and proactive problem-solving approach with all stakeholders
- With a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of zoning and building codes continuously confirm project designs meet complex project requirements
Qualifications and Attributes
- Undergraduate degree in architecture or related design field masters degree in architecture preferred
- Licensed architect preferred
- 8 years of continuous work experience including experience in Multi-Family Residential and Commercial projects
- Strong design ability with creative vision
- Ability to work and problem-solve independently as well as collaborate with other disciplines and clients in a manner that builds positive relationships
- Strong communication skills with the ability to present design ideas and project needs to clients
- Ability to work on multiple projects maintaining attentive client interactions
- Must be authorized to work in the United States
- Ability to obtain and maintain a valid passport for international travel if necessary
- Medical dental vision and Aflac supplemental insurance
- Flexible Spending and Dependent Care accounts
- 401k program
- Pre-tax transit programs
- Paid time off on accrual basis holidays
- Architectural licensure support
- AIA Membership dues support
Compensation
Compensation will be based on the candidates experience and abilities.
This is a full-time role based in our Miami office. Please note:
- Remote work is not offered or available.
- Relocation assistance may be considered for this position.
Qualified and interested candidates should submit a cover letter resume and work samples.
No Third-Party Agencies or Submissions Will Be Accepted.
Note: This description indicates in general terms the type and level of work performed and responsibilities held by the team member(s). Duties described are not to be interpreted as being all-inclusive or specific to any individual team member.
Our company is committed to creating a diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin genetics disability age or veteran posted here do not create any implied or express employment contract between you and our company and can be changed at our discretion. Any and all information and benefits may change without notice. We reserve the right to solely determine applicant suitability. By your submission you agree to all terms herein.
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About Company
Based in Miami and with offices in West Palm Beach, New York, Los Angeles, Paris, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Manila, Lima and Sao Paulo, Arquitectonica is a major presence on the world architectural stage. Led by Bernardo Fort-Brescia, FAIA, and Laurinda Spear, FAIA, ASLA, the studio has ev ... View more