Design Manager – Los Angeles, CA*

About the role

CMTS is seeking an experienced Design Manager to support educational facility improvement and modernization programs in Los Angeles, CA. This role serves as a lead design professional responsible for managing and coordinating capital project design activities from project conception through final design and handoff to project execution.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the lead design professional within the Design Department
• Provide quality review and implement design policies and procedures
• Coordinate and interface with the Division of the State Architect (DSA)
• Manage and coordinate the District’s design process to ensure projects meet functional, budgetary, environmental, and legal requirements
• Manage multiple projects through interaction with architects, consultants, and District personnel from project conception through final review and handoff to Project Execution
• Oversee building design processes to ensure compliance with District standards, educational requirements, and building codes
• Establish and manage architectural firm selection processes based on qualifications and performance standards
• Establish and maintain effective design review processes to ensure projects provide maximum value and long-term functionality
• Ensure timely project decisions and approvals
• Ensure project documentation complies with legal and regulatory requirements
• Review design changes to verify projects remain within approved budgets
• Recommend architectural firm assignments from pre-qualified consultant lists
• Participate in community outreach and stakeholder engagement activities related to District projects
• Coordinate with professional staff and District departments supporting project design activities
• Develop and support continuing education opportunities, workshops, and seminars related to architecture, construction, and project delivery
• Coordinate project activities with Environmental Health and Safety, A/E Design Services, Maintenance and Operations, School Occupancy Transitional Unit, Asbestos Technical Unit, and Local Districts
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Minimum 10+ years of professional experience managing facilities design or planning and coordination of capital improvement projects
• Minimum 5 years of experience in design, planning, and construction of educational facilities or similar public agency projects
• Strong understanding of design development, construction documentation, and project delivery processes
• Knowledge of Division of the State Architect (DSA) requirements and public agency standards
• Strong organizational, analytical, and leadership skills
• Able to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Able to collaborate effectively with architects, consultants, contractors, District personnel, and community stakeholders

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in: Architecture, Engineering
• Graduation from a recognized college or university is required
• PREFERRED: Valid Certificate of Registration as an Architect issued by the California State Architectural Board, Professional Engineer license issued by the California State Board for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors

Benefits

Opportunities to work on impactful infrastructure and educational facility projects
Collaborative and growth-focused work environment
Competitive compensation and benefits package
Career advancement and professional development opportunities
A culture centered on safety, integrity, accountability, and employee well-being
100% company-paid medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance coverage

Pay

Salary Requirements Commensurate on Experience

Schedule

N/A