Colliers Engineering & Design · 6 hours ago
Senior Project Designer
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$100K/yr - $140K/yr
12+ years expColliers Engineering & Design is seeking a Senior Project Designer to join their Community Environments Market team. In this role, you will lead design teams and oversee all phases of the design process, focusing on complex projects and mentoring design staff.
ArchitectureCivil EngineeringMechanical Engineering
Responsibilities
Lead design teams through the completion of comprehensive design solutions and production of all design deliverables including conceptual plans and elevations, detailed design documentation, 3D renderings, and all required exhibits
Oversee the performance and execution of design teams including collaboration with architectural staff and external consultants
Work collaboratively with multiple project teams on projects of varying types and scale. This includes a detailed understanding of how jurisdictional requirements, client standards, constructibility, and programmatic guidelines impact and inform concept designs. Designers in this role may oversee the work of teams in various markets and/or studios
Possess a comprehensive and detailed understanding of architectural construction documents, constructibility, and design translation. Individuals in this role will provide guidance on all types of design deliverables to both architectural and design staff
Oversee project team design meetings; provide support to Project Managers and Designers as needed
Oversee QA/QC reviews of all design deliverables and relevant portions of architectural construction documents; ensure design intent is maintained throughout all project phases
Review detailed project specifications for all design related considerations. Collaborate with specification writers, sustainable material specialists, product representatives, and Project Managers to finalize overall project specifications; coordinate with interior designers as required based on scope and scale of project
Monitor project construction activities and Construction Administration procedures; provide guidance and review of design related RFIs and submittals as required
Lead production of design deliverables used in RFP/RFQ responses and marketing proposals
Assist with development of new project proposals; including generating appropriate design fees based on a prescribed scope of work
Align design deliverable production with corresponding project schedules and workplans
Ensure design staff are properly integrated as part of the overall project team
Review financial health of projects in conjunction with Project Managers and studio leadership; focus on design related tasks and deliverables
Oversee consistent adoption of all Service Level Agreements (SLAs)
Monitor project performance and forecasts while managing risks and issues in the work
Perform monthly 1:1 check-ins with all internal team members. (People Managers Only)
Conduct mid-year check-ins and year-end performance reviews (People Managers Only)
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or master's degree in architecture or a related field
12+ years of experience in a professional architecture or design firm
Demonstrated expertise in design management, including detailed understanding of design translation, consultant coordination, constructability, and design documentation standards
Experience with milestone-based project delivery
Ability to oversee multiple design teams through the completion of complex design projects in alignment with an overall project schedule and budget
Detailed understanding of business operations and project financial management
Demonstrated expertise with design visualization software including Revit, Sketch-Up, Auto-CAD, Adobe Creative Suite, Affinity, VRay, and Enscape
Proficiency with collaboration software such as Bluebeam, Miro, and Teams
Ability to balance strategic initiatives with billable work
Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions
Preferred
Certification as a licensed professional preferred
Benefits
Employer provided employee healthcare plan and reduced cost premium plans, life insurance, and short and long-term disability coverage.
Paid Time Off, 7 paid Holidays, and an additional 3 Floating Holidays.
Employer sponsored Family Planning Program and employer Paid Parental Leave.
Learning & Career Development opportunities.
Employee Wellness and Employee Assistance Program.
Participation in a 401K program including eligible company match percentage, after waiting period.
Company
Colliers Engineering & Design
Colliers Engineering is a provider of multi-discipline engineering, design, and consulting services to public and private sector clients. It is a sub-organization of Colliers.
1001-5000 employees
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Kevin L. Haney, P.E.
President & CEO
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Chief Financial Officer
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