Architectural Design Manager | Multifamily

At Corgan we are passionate about great design but the best thing we build is each other. Corgan is an in-office work environment where you'll find camaraderie and collaboration as abundantly as curiosity and creativity. Corgan is a welcoming and supportive in-office environment that provides significant career advantages — room to grow, freedom to explore, and the safety to fail. Corgan is actively recruiting a dynamic Design Manager to join the firm as part of our Multifamily team, working alongside creative, highly motivated individuals who are passionate about their work and ready to collaborate to achieve outstanding results. Our ideal team member is passionate and progressively seeking more responsibilities to expand their expertise.

Responsibilities

• 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's 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
• Work 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
• Present designs to clients and work to develop and maintain presentation skills
• Serve as an industry expert in major building systems and convey this knowledge to the team
• Act as an expert on code implications and requirements for several major building/occupancy types
• Oversee the work of the Project Designers
• Demonstrate knowledge of resources and materials and their application
• Direct the production of design materials that meet project objectives, including functional concepts, images, schedules, and budgets
• Cultivate success through high-level design and planning, facility requirements analysis, conceptual design, systems integration, and teamwork
• Take responsibility for ensuring codes, regulations, and industry standards are applied correctly
• Possess excellent programming and strategic planning skills
• Promote technical and professional excellence throughout the team
• Maintain knowledge regarding industry trends, professional practice, regulatory, and construction practice and issues
• Recognize needs and seek out solutions for the use of new technologies relating to project production and communications
• Mentor and provide guidance to the project team to achieve objectives
• Mentor team members and support individual development by providing coaching, feedback, and reinforcement
• Build the firm's practice by inspiring and motivating Project Designers

Qualifications

• This role is an in-office position
• Professional degree in Architecture or Interior Design
• 10+ years in the Architectural design industry; Multifamily 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
• A track record of public speaking in their area of expertise
• Demonstrated track record of consistently creating and leading teams that create high-quality work
• Pursues design awards and publications of work for which they were primary players
• Demonstrated leader, collaborator, and mentor within their respective studio
• Track record of successful sustainable design methods and 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

Schedule

This position 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.

Benefits

Corgan creates opportunities for personal and professional growth that bring out the best in ourselves and those around us by sharpening skills, leveraging technology, and encouraging communication. Corgan 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.