Design Project Manager

Meijer • Grand Rapids, MI

2d

About The Position

The Design Project Manager manages site-specific aspects of new store and gas station scopes of work and construction drawings. The role oversees internal and external resources responsible for developing and maintaining site-specific construction drawings and manages changes that affect those drawings. It provides design expertise across architectural and engineering disciplines and coordinates with business partners, designers, consultants, and communities to deliver projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in an architectural, engineering, or construction field.
• At least 5 years of experience in architecture, engineering, construction, or design.
• Exceptional ability to influence others and drive results.
• Customer service focus and sound judgment.
• Ability to analyze and solve complex problems appropriately.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and time-management skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide architectural and engineering design expertise to evaluate new ideas.
• Engage designers and consultants to provide architectural and engineering services and deliver department work.
• Collaborate with business partners across the company to translate conceptual ideas into design solutions.
• Manage estimating, design development, due diligence, and permitting in partnership with business partners.
• Develop and coordinate changes with internal and external resources.
• Manage project budget creation, updates, closeout, and reporting in partnership with business partners.
• Simplify the design of new and existing concepts.
• Develop and manage the overall project schedule in coordination with the annual prototype schedule.
• Engage with communities where appropriate to support project success.
• Manage and respond to RFIs in a timely manner through construction completion.
• Communicate proactively about upcoming decisions and recommendations that may affect project scope or budget.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required.

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Scheduling flexibility
• Paid parental leave
• Paid education assistance
• Team member discount
• Development programs for advancement and career growth

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level