Cumming Group is hiring : Public Design Manager in Los Angeles

Design Manager

At Cumming Group, you will work on some of the world's most exciting projects in a dynamic environment where your success is measured by the impact you make. We are one of the fastest-growing project and cost management consultancies in the United States, as reflected in our top 10 rankings in ENR. With over 60 offices globally, an extremely diverse project portfolio, and double-digit year-over-year revenue growth, the opportunities to make your mark are limitless!

We are seeking a seasoned Design Manager with a proven track record of designing publicly funded projects in the Los Angeles Area. This role offers the chance to lead a variety of high-impact projects across SoCal. If you're passionate about leading public works projects and building strong client relationships, we want to hear from you, come join our team!

Essential Duties & Responsibilities :

• Ensure that plans are within functional program, budgetary, environmental, and legal requirements.
• Oversee the building design process to ensure compliance with LAUSD's standards and guidelines by working with design professionals and various District administrators to ensure that new and modernized structures meet both educational and building standards requirements.
• Ensure that all steps within the project are documented and that the documentation meets legal requirements.
• Participate in community relations and outreach programs to create understanding and acceptance of District building project design within the community.
• Recruit, develop and manage a professional staff to support the design function for the District.
• Plan, manage, and coordinate all aspects of the project schedule, scope, and cost.
• Value Engineer the project by identifying opportunities for savings and ensuring material substitutions are equal.
• Communicate with and manage project stakeholders.
• Prepare Project Management plan and fee budget / proposal at the project outset.
• Evaluate documents and communicate the client's specific goals and expectations to all project team members.
• Develop and communicate action plans that will lead the project team throughout the project, beginning with the initial Project Management Plan.
• Re-evaluate the contract scope of work as the project progresses against the goals, expectations, and the needs of the client, and recommend adjustments as necessary.
• Coordinate with cost management group as applicable for preparation of cost estimates, cost studies, actual job cost reviews, and budget reconciliation.
• Organize and maintain framework for project team processes and record keeping of electronic and physical documents.
• Drive the permitting process by designing team documents to be submitted to various local, state, and federal agencies and ensure the applicable permits are moving through the process efficiently.
• Ensure the project design management continues to follow the client project documents such as budget, scope, schedule, and client's design standards.
• Prepare cost and revenue projections.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Attendance at work during normal business hours.

Knowledge & Skills Required :

Preferred Education and Experience :

Education : BA or BS in Architecture, Engineering, Planning or Construction Management; courses in Business Administration, Public Relations, Accounting, School Finance

Experience : Five years of experience in managing facilities design or planning and coordination of capital projects; Experience utilizing Building Information Modeling (BIM) preferred

Preferred Certification : LEED AP credential preferred; Architect License / Professional Engineer License

The salary range for this full-time role is $106,800.00-$142,400.02 per year. Ranges are determined based on the position, geography, client and industry experience and level, and represent a good faith effort to provide a fair and equitable salary. This range reflects base salary only, and not the total compensation package. Cumming Group reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range, depending on a candidate's experience, skills, and qualifications, including client requirements.

In addition to base salary, Cumming Group offers a comprehensive benefits package including : Medical, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, 401(k), 401(k) Matching, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Short and long-term disability, Employee Assistance Program.