Design Manager | Aviation - Corgan

At Corgan we are passionate about great design. We are also passionate about great people, whether they’re clients, consultants, or co-workers. Corgan creates opportunities for personal and professional growth that bring out the best in ourselves and those around us by sharpening skills, leveraging technology, and encouraging communication. Our strength lies in our people, and those people consistently exceed expectations. 

Corgan is actively recruiting an experienced, registered Project Design Manager to join the firm as part of our Aviation market sector. The Project Design Manager will work under the direction of the Studio and Sector Design Directors to set expectations, lead the design process and challenge the project team to deliver exceptional and relevant innovative design solutions. This role will collaborate with other designers and managers in the studio to maintain the firm design principles. This role will lead the development of effective and innovative designs utilizing the firms design approach and innovation tools.

Responsibilities include:

• Promotes design excellence throughout the projects in the studio
• Implements the firms design process and encourage the use of available innovation tools to achieve the firms design and brand objectives
• Works with PIC/ Studio Design Director to augment the project team throughout the project life being available beyond design for CD design intent interpretations and solutions as well as CA troubleshooting
• Presents designs to clients, works to develop and maintain presentation skills
• Is an industry expert in major building systems and conveys this knowledge to the team
• Is an expert on code implications and requirements for several major building/occupancy types
• Oversees the work of the Project Designers
• Demonstrates knowledge of resources and materials and their application
• Directs the production of design materials that meet project objectives, including functional concepts, images, schedules and budgets
• Cultivates success through high level design and planning, facility requirements analysis, conceptual design and systems integration and teamwork
• Takes responsibility for ensuring codes, regulations and industry standards are applied correctly
• Possesses excellent programming and strategic planning skills
• Promotes technical and professional excellence throughout the team
• Maintains knowledge regarding industry trends, professional practice, regulatory and construction practice and issues
• Recognizes needs and seeks out solutions for use of new technologies relating to project production and communications
• Mentors and provides guidance to project team to achieve objectives
• Mentors team members and supports individual development by providing coaching, feedback and reinforcement
• Builds the firm’s practice by inspiring and motivating Project Designers

To be eligible for the Design Manager position an individual must have the following:

• Professional degree in Architecture or Interior Design
• 10+ years in the Architectural design industry with a built and published track record of exceptional design work in at least one or more of Corgan’s market sectors/areas of practice
• Familiarity with current global design trends in one or more of Corgan’s sectors
• A track record of public speaking in their area of expertise
• Have a demonstrated track record of consistently creating (and leading teams doing) high quality work.
• Pursues design awards and publications of work for which they were primary players
• Demonstrated leaders, collaborators and mentors within their respective studio
• Ongoing participation in outside design activities, groups, etc.
• Candidates will have a track record of successful sustainable design methods and a long standing use and familiarity with AIA’s 2030 DDX

The Project Design Manager will be proficient with Revit, Word, Excel and other graphics-related programs. Experience with design and implementation, Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp or other 3-D modeling programs is preferred.

Corgan believes in partnering for success, building on our legacy for the future, and providing an excellent product. Corgan’s project sectors include aviation, data centers, commercial, education, interiors, and healthcare. Our 92% repeat client business record is a testament to our ability to serve clients in a competent, ethical, and professional manner. Corgan offers a competitive compensation and benefit package and in addition to our excellent environment, philanthropic culture and numerous awards, we offer the ability to work with the highest level of technical equipment and programs.

Base Salary Range: $87,000- $150,000 annually – New York locations only 

The estimate range represents the general base salary range of candidates hired in New York only. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include internal equity, experience, education, specialty, and training. In addition, base salary is not inclusive of total compensation.

*Only applications received through our website will be considered.* EOE/M/F/Disability/Vet

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