Technical Design Manager

About the role

Translate design into built reality. Oversee the execution of design intent by producing drawings and construction sketches, managing coordination, navigating permitting and LEED documentation, reviewing submittals, and monitoring field work from start to closeout. Ensure that every detail and installation meets Post Brothers’ standards for quality, precision, and a resident-first experience. Reports to VP Design. Wage status: Exempt (not eligible for overtime).

Responsibilities

• Review for design adherence and quality: shop drawings, material samples, mockups, drawing sets from consultants
• Issue construction sketches for detail refinement and coordination
• Facilitate project meetings: take clear actionable minutes at OAC and construction site meetings; help assign and track action items through completion
• Monitor field quality and closeout: punch list development and tracking; on-site quality control (ensure subs follow drawings – rough ins in correct place, etc.)
• Assist with Procore administration
• Support procurement: specialty bid issuance, bid tabs and award recommendations
• Manage permitting: permit applications and submissions in Eclipse (Philadelphia) or ProjectDox (DC); permit renewals and amendments (ensure all permits are tracked and active as needed); coordination with AOR, EOR and agencies for permitting
• Regulatory documentation: LEED and other regulatory agencies
• Conduct research and prequalification of new consultants, vendors and distributors, materials

Requirements

• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit
• Experience with Bluebeam or other PDF markup software
• Bachelor’s degree in architecture
• 5+ years of project management experience, with a focus on development and design
• Excellent verbal, written, and graphical communication skills
• Proven ability to manage projects in active construction environments, demonstrating strong organizational and time‑management skills
• Professional, polished demeanor and ability to work under pressure while maintaining calm, clear communication