Design Support Specialist

Group PMX•New York, NY

7d•$95,000 - $110,000•Onsite

About The Position

This role supports a multi-billion-dollar Design-Build program to deliver new buildings across multiple boroughs. The Design Support Specialist will be assigned to one borough and play a key role in supporting the Design Lead to ensure successful delivery of building designs by the Design-Build team. This position requires strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills, along with the ability to work independently and with transparency in a client-facing, highly visible public-sector environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field
Minimum of 4+ years of relevant experience in design, construction, or program management support
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to proactively identify and resolve issues
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including experience in client-facing roles
Demonstrated ability to manage sensitive information with discretion and confidentiality
Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning, including the use of emerging tools and technologies

Nice To Haves

Experience working with large public-sector projects strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Support the Design Lead in ensuring all designs and building systems comply with defined project requirements, standards, and goals
Assist in delivering work packages aligned with scope, quality, schedule, and budget requirements
Coordinate design submittents, presentations, and design charrettes with internal stakeholders
Support the management of design reviews and approvals with authorities having jurisdiction
Monitor and evaluate Design-Builder progress across scope, quality, schedule, and cost; support corrective action implementation as needed
Assist in managing multidisciplinary design elements and tracking technical performance of design teams
Support coordination with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and integrate technical guidance into project execution
Provide technical design support and assist in integrating various design packages across the project
Help ensure design documentation meets project requirements and is delivered in accordance with agreed standards, timelines, and budgets
Assist in project planning efforts, identifying key design and delivery risks and contributing to technical planning
Maintain proper documentation, ensuring processes and activities are recorded, tracked and aligned with quality control standards
Communicate clearly and effectively with internal teams, external consultants, and key stakeholders