Architectural Design Manager | Education

About the role

Corgan is actively recruiting a talented Design Manager to join the firm as part of our Education team. The role involves working alongside a team of creative, highly motivated individuals who are passionate about their work and ready to collaborate to achieve outstanding results.

Responsibilities

• Tackle responsibilities alongside a team of creative, highly motivated individuals who are passionate about their work and ready to collaborate to achieve outstanding results.
• Work under the direction of the Studio and Sector Design Directors to set expectations, lead the design process and challenge the project team to deliver exceptional and relevant innovative design solutions.
• Collaborate with other designers and managers in the studio to maintain the firm design principles.
• Lead the development of effective and innovative designs utilizing the firm's design approach and innovation tools.
• Promote design excellence throughout the projects in the studio.
• Implement the firm's design process and encourage the use of available innovation tools to achieve the firm's design and brand objectives.
• Works with PIC / Studio Design Director to augment the project team throughout the project life, being available beyond design for CD design intent interpretations and solutions as well as CA troubleshooting.
• Presents designs to clients, works to develop and maintain presentation skills.
• Is an industry expert in major building systems and conveys this knowledge to the team.
• Is an expert on code implications and requirements for several major building/occupancy types.
• Oversees the work of the Project Designers.
• Demonstrates knowledge of resources and materials and their application.
• Directs the production of design materials that meet project objectives, including functional concepts, images, schedules and budgets.
• Cultivates success through high level design and planning, facility requirements analysis, conceptual design and systems integration and teamwork.
• Takes responsibility for ensuring codes, regulations and industry standards are applied correctly.
• Possesses excellent programming and strategic planning skills.
• Promotes technical and professional excellence throughout the team.
• Maintains knowledge regarding industry trends, professional practice, regulatory and construction practice and issues.
• Recognizes needs and seeks out solutions for use of new technologies relating to project production and communications.
• Mentors and provides guidance to project team to achieve objectives.
• Mentors team members and supports individual development by providing coaching, feedback and reinforcement.
• Buils the firm’s practice by inspiring and motivating Project Designers.

Requirements

• Professional degree in Architecture or Interior Design.
• 10+ years in the Architectural design industry; Education project experience required.
• Built and published track record of exceptional design work in at least one or more of Corgan’s market sectors/areas of practice.
• Familiarity with current global design trends in one or more of Corgan’s sectors.
• Track record of public speaking in their area of expertise.
• A demonstrated track record of consistently creating (and leading teams doing) high quality work.
• Pursues design awards and publications of work for which they were primary players.
• Demonstrated leaders, collaborators and mentors within their respective studio.
• A track record of successful sustainable design methods and a long-standing use and familiarity with AIA’s 2030 DDX.
• Proficient with Revit, Word, Excel and other graphics-related programs.
• Experience with design and implementation, Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp or other 3-D modeling programs is preferred.

Qualifications

• Passionate and progressively seeking more responsibilities to expand their expertise.
• Expert on code implications and requirements for several major building/occupancy types.
• Oversees the work of the Project Designers.
• Demonstrates knowledge of resources and materials and their application.
• Directs the production of design materials that meet project objectives, including functional concepts, images, schedules and budgets.
• Cultivates success through high level design and planning, facility requirements analysis, conceptual design and systems integration and teamwork.
• Takes responsibility for ensuring codes, regulations and industry standards are applied correctly.
• Possesses excellent programming and strategic planning skills.
• Promotes technical and professional excellence throughout the team.
• Maintains knowledge regarding industry trends, professional practice, regulatory and construction practice and issues.
• Recognizes needs and seeks out solutions for use of new technologies relating to project production and communications.
• Mentors and provides guidance to project team to achieve objectives.
• Mentors team members and supports individual development by providing coaching, feedback and reinforcement.
• Buils the firm’s practice by inspiring and motivating Project Designers.

Skills

• Proficient with Revit, Word, Excel and other graphics-related programs.
• Experience with design and implementation, Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp or other 3-D modeling programs is preferred.

Benefits

• Cultural fit with a company that values curiosity, passion, and hard work.
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth that bring out the best in ourselves and those around us.
• Sharpens skills, leverages technology, and encourages communication.
• Commitment to the highest standards of professional ethics.
• Promotes a healthy work-life balance by removing obstacles and allowing you to focus on what you love doing, both inside and outside the office.

Pay

This role is designated as full-time on-site and requires the employee to be physically present at the assigned office location Monday through Friday during standard business hours. Regular, reliable on-site attendance is an essential function of this role.

Schedule

This role is designated as full-time on-site and requires the employee to be physically present at the assigned office location Monday through Friday during standard business hours. Regular, reliable on-site attendance is an essential function of this role.

Application Instructions

Only applications received through our website will be considered. For design positions, please also be sure to upload your portfolio or review of your application will be delayed.

EEO/M/F/Disability/Vet

Corgan is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce.