• Design Project Manager

    Actalent (Carlsbad, CA)


    Job Title: Design Project ManagerJob Description

     

    We are seeking a skilled Design Project Manager to lead and coordinate design projects from inception through completion. This role involves managing design deliverables, overseeing communication with clients and stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with all relevant codes and standards.

    Responsibilities

    + Lead design team meetings and ensure alignment with the overall project schedule.

    + Develop and manage design deliverables schedules in coordination with preconstruction and construction teams.

    + Oversee the integration of architectural, civil, structural, MEP, and specialty systems design.

    + Serve as the main point of contact during the design phase with the client and consultants.

    + Manage approvals, design changes, and RFIs during preconstruction.

    + Provide clear and consistent updates on project design progress.

    + Direct the work of in-house and consultant architects/engineers.

    + Ensure design team adherence to quality standards and project goals.

    + Review and approve consultant contracts and scopes of work.

    + Monitor design budgets and support the estimating team with up-to-date documentation.

    + Identify scope changes or design risks early and develop mitigation strategies.

    + Coordinate code analysis, entitlements, and permit acquisition.

    + Ensure all designs meet applicable codes, agency requirements (e.g., NAVFAC, UFC standards), and sustainability criteria (e.g., LEED).

    Essential Skills

    + Architecture license (in any U.S. state)

    + Proficiency in Revit

    + Minimum 5 years managing or guiding teams on complex projects

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Bachelor of Science in Architecture required.

    + OSHPD / HCAI experience

    + Department of Defense (DoD) project experience

    + Familiarity with Adobe Suite and Navisworks

    Work Environment

    The role offers flexibility with a hybrid work schedule: Monday to Wednesday in-office, and Thursday to Friday optional work-from-home. This exempt-level position allows for flexible hours based on project needs. The work location spans across various regions, including California, the East Coast, Guantanamo Bay, and Puerto Rico. Although travel is not required, occasional site visits are optional and based on employee interest. The Design Project Manager typically oversees 2-3 architects per project as collaborators.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $115000.00 - $150000.00/yr.

     

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    Workplace Type

     

    This is a hybrid position in Carlsbad,CA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jun 9, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.