Design Manager
About The Position
AvalonBay Communities, Inc., an equity REIT, has a long-term track record of developing, redeveloping, acquiring and managing distinctive apartment homes in some of the best U.S. markets, and delivering outsized, risk-adjusted returns to shareholders. With equal parts experience and vision, we’ve established a leadership position rooted in our purpose of creating a better way to live and that is always focused on building value for the long term. Creating a better way to live is the purpose that binds AvalonBay associates. We take that purpose seriously and expect you will as well. By focusing on collaboration, innovation, and taking ownership of our choices and actions, we act in ways that focus on creating value for our customers, investors and associates. Your positive, professional, and consistent personal interactions make AvalonBay a great place to work.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Interior Architecture, or Interior Design
- 8-12 years of experience in Architecture, Interior Design, or related field
- Must be a subject matter expert in all phases of interior design (Schematic Design, Design Development, Construction documentation, Construction administration and Furniture selection process)
- Must have strong communication and collaboration skills
- Must have strong technical knowledge for interior design
- Proficient in Revit, Enscape, Adobe Creative Suite, AutoCAD, Bluebeam Revu and MS Office
- Occasional travel required within the US
- NCIDQ certification required
Nice To Haves
- LEED accreditation preferred
- Knowledge of Commercial Codes, and ADA regulations
Responsibilities
- Serve as lead designer for in-house projects, including new developments and renovations (Capital Projects and CapEx), for schematic design, design development, construction documentation, commercial furniture specification and construction administration
- Manage design processes to meet project schedules and budget requirements
- Prepare and review construction documentation; manage construction administration and design execution.
- Select furniture and manage procurement process
- Collaborate with internal AvalonBay departments (Regional and Corporate teams) and with external consultants as it relates to project scope
Benefits
- health, dental and vision
- 401(k) with company match
- paid vacation and holidays
- tuition reimbursement
- an employee stock purchase plan
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
