CA Corp Construction and Design Manager

Olen Properties•Newport Beach, CA

15h•$95,000 - $120,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Olen, a company with 50 years of experience in owning, developing, and managing distinctive commercial properties in Orange County, CA, is seeking a Commercial Design/Project Manager. This role is responsible for optimizing the use of physical spaces within assigned commercial spaces to enhance efficiency and functionality. Daily tasks include analyzing space requirements, developing layout plans, and coordinating with various departments and tenants to ensure space allocations meet organizational needs. The primary objectives are to maximize space utilization, improve workflow, and ensure the physical environment supports tenant and organizational strategic goals. This position requires a keen eye for detail, strong analytical skills, and effective collaboration with stakeholders to implement space solutions aligned with the company's vision and operational requirements.

Requirements

2+ years of commercial space planning and design experience required.
2+ years of experience using AutoCAD, Revit or SketchUp.
Familiarity with space management software such as Archibus or Serraview
Must have a strong working knowledge of Office 365, including strong skills in Excel, Word, SharePoint and Outlook.
Strong knowledge of building codes
Ability to speak, read, write, and understand the English language.
Able to pass a pre-employment background screen.
Must have a valid driver’s license and current auto liability insurance.
This position is regularly required to drive between the office and job sites.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with an owner/builder preferred.
Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design, Architecture or a related field preferred
Certification in space planning or interior design, such as NCIDQ, is preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage assigned project(s) including the project timeline and budget.
Tenant Improvement Space Planning
Programming meetings with tenants, in-house Leasing team and/or Development team to obtain tenant or spec suite requirements.
Prepare a “test fit“ plan to scale and in CAD, keeping in mind both the tenant’s needs and the owner’s requirements
Field measure and create base sheets for spaces, as needed
Work with the Construction team to ensure plans are correct and built accordingly
Assist in the hiring of architectural firms to obtain working drawings and permits as required.
Oversee the permit process
Understand and adhere to company standards and incorporate them into space plans
New projects and capital improvements
Conduct design/programming/feasibility study
Solicit, review and participate in consultant selections
Coordinate consultants including handling of billing and invoice matters
Work with the Construction team to ensure plans are correct and built accordingly
Review schedules and create adjusted or new schedules as needed.
Working alongside site personnel – including superintendents, project admin staff and general contractors – to help keep projects on track and running smoothly through regular check ins and on site presence.
Interface with the executive team to review job progress and any outstanding issues.
Ensure all facets and needs of the due diligence, entitlements, design and permitting of the development process are met.
Develop a clear understanding of the scope of services provided by each consultant and contractor in the design/construction process and provide weekly report of action items, including responsibilities associated with each development.
Drive to jobsites as needed.
Other tasks as assigned.