Design Manager

Design Manager

AvalonBay Communities, Inc., an equity REIT, seeks a Design Manager to join its team in Arlington, Virginia. The role involves performing as an interior designer for AvalonBay’s new development and renovation projects, from concept through construction.

About the role

• Serve as lead designer for in-house projects, including new developments and renovations (Capital Projects and CapEx)
• Manage design processes to meet project schedules and budget requirements
• Prepare and review construction documentation; manage construction administration and design execution
• Select furniture and manage procurement process
• Collaborate with internal AvalonBay departments (Regional and Corporate teams) and with external consultants as it relates to project scope

Responsibilities

• Perform as lead designer for in-house projects, including new developments and renovations (Capital Projects and CapEx)
• Manage design processes to meet project schedules and budget requirements
• Prepare and review construction documentation; manage construction administration and design execution
• Select furniture and manage procurement process
• Collaborate with internal AvalonBay departments (Regional and Corporate teams) and with external consultants as it relates to project scope

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Interior Architecture, or Interior Design
• 8-12 years of experience in Architecture, Interior Design, or related field
• Must be a subject matter expert in all phases of interior design (Schematic Design, Design Development, Construction documentation, Construction administration and Furniture selection process)
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Strong technical knowledge for interior design
• Proficient in Revit, Enscape, Adobe Creative Suite, AutoCAD, Bluebeam Revu and MS Office
• Occasional travel required within the US
• NCIDQ certification required
• LEED accreditation preferred
• Knowledge of Commercial Codes, and ADA regulations

How AvalonBay Supports You

• Comprehensive benefits — health, dental and vision, 401(k) with company match, paid vacation and holidays, tuition reimbursement, an employee stock purchase plan and more
• Growth based on achievement and promotion from within
• Associate recognition (a company-wide recognition program that celebrates associate efforts and successes in contributing to the overall success of the organization – including destination awards, ‘AvalonBay’s Very Best’ recognition program and others!)
• A 20% discount on our incredible apartment homes
• A culture built on purpose and our core values - A Commitment to Integrity, A Spirit of Caring, and A Focus on Continuous Improvement

Additional Info

• AvalonBay is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an inclusive and diverse work environment free of discrimination and harassment.
• We believe that in order to achieve our purpose of creating a better way to live, we must recruit, develop and retain associates with a wide range of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives and create an environment that encourages all voices to be heard, understood and appreciated.
• AvalonBay makes employment decisions without regard to a person’s race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation or related medical conditions), age, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including characteristics or testing), citizenship status, military or veteran status, or any other status protected by the law.
• AvalonBay will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with requirements under the law.
• Applications are being accepted on an ongoing basis.
• AvalonBay does not require or request that you provide any information that identifies your age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. Please redact this information prior to the submission of your application and/or leave these fields incomplete on your application.
• For California residents, if you elect to apply to AvalonBay you accept the AvalonBay California Personnel Privacy Notice (https://www.avaloncommunities.com/california-personnel-privacy-notice/).