Project Manager, Wayfinding/Environmental Graphics

Toole Design • Columbus, OH

16d • $78,000 - $88,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

At Toole Design, we're leading the way in creating safer, more connected communities through sustainable multimodal transportation design. We're looking for a Project Manager, Wayfinding/Environmental Graphics to join our team in Columbus, OH, someone who's excited to lead impactful wayfinding, environmental graphics, and placemaking projects that help people navigate and experience their communities with confidence while advancing our mission and values.
We're not just another firm, we're a purpose-driven team of engineers, planners, landscape architects, and urban designers who believe streets should work for everyone. At Toole Design, you'll work alongside thought leaders and industry experts who are committed to mentoring and helping you grow your expertise.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in graphic design, industrial design, landscape architecture, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience
• 8+ years of professional experience, including 5+ years leading wayfinding projects with expertise in design intent drawings, fabrication methods, code compliance, and human-centered design
• A strong portfolio demonstrating design excellence and successful built work
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite
• Excellent visual, written, presentation, and client-facing communication skills
• The ability to manage multiple projects, develop work plans and proposals, and guide projects from concept through implementation
• A collaborative, proactive approach and a track record of building strong relationships with clients and multidisciplinary teams
• A passion for sustainability and creating livable communities through multimodal transportation, wayfinding, and placemaking

Nice To Haves

• Experience with CADTools, SignAgent, GIS, and/or SketchUp is a plus
• Experience working with public clients, including community engagement, implementation phasing, and guidelines development, is preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead multidisciplinary wayfinding and environmental graphics projects
• Manage client relationships
• Mentor and support design staff
• Coordinate with colleagues across urban design, landscape architecture, and transportation engineering
• Help people navigate trails, bicycle networks, transit systems, parks, and walkable districts through wayfinding strategies, signage programs, mapping, branding, and placemaking initiatives
• Contribute to projects across the region and beyond, helping communities create connected, memorable, and user-centered public spaces

Benefits

• A collaborative, inclusive culture that supports your growth and advancement
• Hybrid schedule with in-office team days (Tuesday–Thursday)
• 8 paid holidays
• 16 days of PTO accrued annually
• Competitive salary, excellent benefits, and transportation perks
• Projects that truly improve lives through safe, inclusive design rooted in ethics, empathy, and equity

What This Job Offers

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