Senior Design Manager

Gables Residential is seeking an experienced, highly-motivated and creative design professional to work with our in house design team who can manage a range of Multi-family projects across multiple markets.

The Design Manager is a member of the Design Team, an Investments team department, responsible for supporting new construction projects for Class A multi-family projects – scope includes building exterior, amenity spaces (interior and exterior), landscape, common areas and Units. This will require working with the VP/Director of Design and Design Team, Developers, Construction Team and consultants to coordinate with project architects, general contractors and sub-contractors, as well as develop relationships with manufacturers, product representatives and related services.

Compensation: $110,000-$135,000 base plus bonus plan. Health and retirement benefits available.

QUALIFICATIONS:
• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Architecture or Interior Architecture.
• Experience: 7 - 15 years’ experience working in Multi-family architecture firm, with min. 2-3 years project management experience. Solid understanding of program requirements and finishes for multi-family or hospitality projects as well as experience in CA, consultant management and submittals review processes. Previous experience leading a team and effectively managing other design team members highly preferred.

Computer proficiency required – AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Adobe Photoshop, PowerPoint, Microsoft Windows, including Word and Excel.

SKILLS / JOB FUNCTIONS:
The position may be based in either Denver or Dallas based on candidate preference and requires ability to travel 10 – 30%, nationally and locally, with focus on Salt Lake City, Seattle, and Denver markets.
• Excellent communication skills, organization and time management skills;
• Ability to coordinate and track finish selections for interior and exterior spaces;
• Ability to read and understand architectural, structural, MEP, civil and technical details;
• Ability to communicate with outside consultants including architects, interior designers, sign designers, graphic designers, etc.;
• Ability to communicate graphically;
• Ability to provide critical feedback on design, and propose alternate solution ideas as needed.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
• Track and coordinate FF+E packages for development deals;
• Travel, including site visits and meetings;
• Work with graphics and signage firms on collaterals and signage packages;
• Coordinate with art consultants for project installations;
• Provide critical feedback for renderings and marketing graphics;
• Construction administration and coordination with construction team;
Other projects as assigned. (May include renovation/capex assistance.)