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Design Manager

3 days ago

Los Angeles, California, United States Fonder-Salari, Inc. Full time

Overview

The Design Manager oversees the planning, coordination, and execution of design activities for educational facility projects, including modernization, upgrades, and critical repairs. This role serves as the lead design professional responsible for ensuring that all project designs meet functional, budgetary, environmental, and legal requirements, with a strong emphasis on compliance with the Division of the State Architect (DSA).

The ideal candidate brings extensive experience managing design and construction efforts for public educational facilities in California, excels at coordinating multidisciplinary teams, and demonstrates strong technical knowledge of construction methods, materials, and regulatory frameworks. This position requires exceptional communication, leadership, and problem‑solving abilities, along with the capacity to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast‑paced environment.

Responsibilities

  • Plan, organize, and direct design activities for school modernization, upgrade, and critical repair projects.
  • Serve as the lead design professional, ensuring quality control, adherence to policies and procedures, and consistent coordination with DSA.
  • Manage and guide the District's design process to ensure alignment with program requirements, budgets, environmental standards, and legal regulations.
  • Oversee the building design process to ensure compliance with District standards, educational specifications, and applicable building codes.
  • Provide architects and consultants with clear direction regarding project goals, standards, site conditions, schedules, and budgets.
  • Establish and maintain an effective design review process that ensures quality, value, and long‑term functionality for school communities.
  • Manage multiple projects from conception through design development, review, approval, and handoff to execution teams.
  • Identify, evaluate, and recommend architectural firms based on qualifications and performance standards.
  • Review design changes and ensure alignment with project budgets and objectives.
  • Coordinate with architects, engineers, consultants, contractors, and District personnel to ensure timely decision‑making and project progress.
  • Maintain thorough documentation of all project steps to meet legal and regulatory requirements.
  • Conduct regular meetings, provide project updates, and resolve design‑related conflicts as they arise
  • Collaborate closely with construction management teams to ensure design intent is maintained during execution.
  • Conduct site visits to monitor progress, verify compliance with safety standards, and support resolution of field issues.
  • Review and approve construction estimates, quotes, and payment applications.
  • Develop and maintain project schematics, drawings, and documentation using tools such as Bluebeam.

Qualifications and Skills

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in architecture, design and or managing design for public facilities.
  • Experience in design or design management for public projects and at least 3 projects with over 10M Construction value.
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience on design or design management for K14/educational facilities in the State of California
  • Proficient on DSA processes, requirements, and approvals.
  • Familiar with approved delivery methods in the State of California
  • Experienced in planning and budgeting for a public school local bond construction program
  • Experience managing architects, design consultants, and multidisciplinary project teams.
  • Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and building systems.
  • Proficiency with project management and design review software (Bluebeam Revu; CAD).
  • Strong communication, leadership, and team‑management skills.
  • Ability to manage design phase of multiple projects simultaneously in a fast‑paced environment.
  • Knowledge of construction safety regulations, including Cal‑OSHA requirements.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving abilities.

Education and Certifications

  • Bachelor's degree in architecture or construction related engineering degrees.
  • Licensed architect in the state of California and AIA preferred
  • Certification in construction project management or related discipline.

More info about us: You can view more information at

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $90, $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Education:

  • Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

  • public works, specifically educational facilities (K-14): 3 years (Required)
  • DSA project: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: In person