Architectural Design Manager | Multifamily

Corgan•Dallas, TX

10h•Onsite

About The Position

At Corgan we are passionate about great design but the best thing we build is each other. Corgan is an in-office work environment. Here, 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. You’ll find room to grow, freedom to explore — and the safety to fail. Thank you for your interest in joining our curious, passionate, hardworking team. Corgan is actively recruiting a dynamic Design Manager to join the firm as part of our Multifamily team. Tackle these responsibilities alongside a team of 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.

Requirements

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
Have a 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
Candidates will have a track record of successful sustainable design methods and a long-standing use and familiarity with AIA’s 2030 DDX
Proficient with Revit, Word, Excel, and other graphics-related programs

Nice To Haves

Experience with design and implementation, Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp, or other 3-D modeling programs is preferred

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
Promotes design excellence throughout the projects in the studio
Implements the firm's design process and encourages the use of available innovation tools to achieve the firm's design and brand objectives
Works 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
Presents designs to clients, works to develop and maintain presentation skills
Is an industry expert in major building systems and conveys this knowledge to the team
Is an expert on code implications and requirements for several major building/occupancy types
Oversees the work of the Project Designers
Demonstrates knowledge of resources and materials and their application
Directs the production of design materials that meet project objectives, including functional concepts, images, schedules, and budgets
Cultivates success through high-level design and planning, facility requirements analysis, conceptual design, systems integration, and teamwork
Takes responsibility for ensuring codes, regulations, and industry standards are applied correctly
Possesses excellent programming and strategic planning skills
Promotes technical and professional excellence throughout the team
Maintains knowledge regarding industry trends, professional practice, regulatory, and construction practice and issues
Recognizes needs and seeks out solutions for the use of new technologies relating to project production and communications
Mentors and provides guidance to the project team to achieve objectives
Mentors team members and supports individual development by providing coaching, feedback, and reinforcement
Builds the firm’s practice by inspiring and motivating Project Designers