Design Manager at Vanir Construction Management, Inc.

Los Angeles, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Feb, 26

Salary

134000.0

Posted On

15 Nov, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Design Management, Project Management, Architectural Standards, Budget Management, Contract Administration, Community Relations, Quality Review, Environmental Compliance, Legal Requirements, Facilities Planning, Construction Management, Team Coordination, Continuing Education, Stakeholder Engagement, Process Improvement, Documentation

Industry

Construction

Description

About Vanir Vanir is a proud minority- and woman-owned company, recognized as a national leader in program, project and construction management (PMCM) and real estate development. Since 1964, we have consistently exceeded client expectations. Ranked as a top PMCM firm by Engineering News-Record (ENR) for more than three decades, our award-winning team provides a full range of services to public and private sector clients in the aviation; healthcare; education (K-12 and higher); justice and essential services; science and technology; state and local government; transportation; water and wastewater; energy; and commercial, residential and nonprofit markets. Job Description Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Plans, organizes, and directs the design activities for the School Upgrade Program andcritical repair projects. Functions as the lead design professional in the Design Departmentproviding quality review, implementation of policy and procedures and interface andcoordinates with the Division of State Architects (DSA) Manages, develops, and coordinates the District’s design process for the Facilities Planningand Development Division to ensure that plans are within functional program, budgetary,environmental and legal requirements Manages multiple projects through interaction with Architects, consultants, and Districtpersonnel from project conception, through draft to final review, approval, and handoff toProject Execution Oversees the building design process to ensure compliance with LAUSD’s standards andguidelines for the District by working with design professionals and various Districtadministrators to ensure that new and modernized structures meet both educational andbuilding standards requirements Establishes and follows a process to identify and select the architectural firm best suited foreach project based on the firms’ qualifications and ability to meet performance standards Provides Architects with clear and consistent direction with regard to goals and objectives,standards, site, schedule, and budget for each project Establishes and follows an effective and efficient design review process to ensure that thedesign meets the overall goals and objectives for the project, provides maximum value fordollars budgeted, and are appropriate and enduring to meet the functional needs of theDistrict, the local community, and the environment Ensures that decisions are made in a timely manner Ensures that all steps within the project are documented and that the documentation meetslegal requirements Reviews design changes submitted to ensure project remains within budget Recommends architectural firm assignment from an established list of pre-qualifiedarchitectural firms Participates in community relations and outreach programs to create understanding andacceptance of District building projects design within the community Coordinates with a host of professional staff who support the design function for the DistrictDevelops continuing education opportunities, i.e., seminars and workshops, to learn andshare-up-to-date information on working with architects and contractors Coordinates project activities with other District organizational branches and departmentssuch as the Office of the Environmental Health and Safety, A/E Design Services,Maintenance and Operations, School Occupancy Transitional Unit, Asbestos Technical Unitand Local Districts Performs other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications: Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor’s degree in architecture orengineering Minimum 10 years full time paid professional experience managing the facilities design, or theplanning and coordination of capital projects that includes the overall design, contractadministration, cost estimating, and scheduling activities 5 years of this experience must be with the design, planning and construction of educationalfacilities or similar public agencies A valid Certificate of Registration as an Architect by the California State Architectural Boardor Professional Engineer by the State Board for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors is preferred Offered rate of compensation will be based on a variety of non-discriminatory factors, including education, qualifications, experience, and geographic location. The Salary range for this position is $115,000-$134,000. Benefits Vanir offers a comprehensive, competitive benefits package that includes 401(k) Savings with employer matching contributions, medical, dental, vision, health savings account (HSA) with employer contributions, life, AD&D and disability benefits, flexible spending account (FSA), voluntary benefits, Teladoc, pet insurance, paid time off, national employee assistance program (EAP) and employee referral program. How to Apply If you're interested in working for Vanir please visit our website to learn more and to apply online at www.vanir.com. VEVRAA Federal Contractor Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals EOE Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled Contact Email: careers@vanir.com Persons with medical limitations may, with reasonable accommodations, be capable of performing the duties of this position. Such a determination must be made on an individual basis considering the person's limitations, the requirements of the position, and the company's ability to make reasonable accommodations to the person's limitations. We Participate in E-Verify Pursuant to the Ban The Box Act/Fair Chance Initiative, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. #LI-JB1

Responsibilities

The Design Manager plans, organizes, and directs design activities for various projects, ensuring compliance with standards and guidelines. They manage multiple projects, coordinate with architects and consultants, and oversee the design process from conception to execution.