Senior Design Manager - Systemization & Strategy - CBRE
Atlanta, GA
About the Job
Senior Design Manager - Systemization & Strategy
Job ID
202059
Posted
17-Jan-2025
Service line
PJM Segment
Role type
Full-time
Areas of Interest
Construction, Design
Location(s)
Atlanta - Georgia - United States of America, Charleston - South Carolina - United States of America, Charlotte - North Carolina - United States of America, Cleveland - Ohio - United States of America, Detroit - Michigan - United States of America, Indianapolis - Indiana - United States of America, Jacksonville - Florida - United States of America, Los Angeles - California - United States of America, Louisville - Kentucky - United States of America, Miami - Florida - United States of America, Nashville - Tennessee - United States of America, Orlando - Florida - United States of America, Philadelphia - Pennsylvania - United States of America, Pittsburgh - Pennsylvania - United States of America, Raleigh - North Carolina - United States of America, Richmond - Virginia - United States of America, Tampa - Florida - United States of America, Winston-Salem - North Carolina - United States of America
About the role
The Senior Design Manager manages our global technology client's holistic approach to the design strategy, programming, and design of various amenities programs within their office facilities. The Sr. Design Manager is responsible for curating documentation that facilitates the streamlined execution of work streams that require systemization support via clear and visual documentation. They will design, deliver and lead the creation of guidelines and resources Design Teams and/or partners require. The SDM supports the development of templates and other supportive assets (newsletters, graphics) to ensure a cohesive approach to all presentation materials.
What you’ll do
Prepare detailed design specifications based on project requirements and client requests.
Conduct design guidelines reviews with team to identify innovative design solutions.
Implement and run quality assurance and compliance processes within the project schedule.
Create templates, playbooks, and guidelines for design strategy initiatives.
Develop and lead comprehensive design strategy frameworks. Develop and track schedules and work plans for design strategy efforts (guidelines, playbooks, templates).
Develop innovative design strategy initiatives backed by detailed research and analysis.
Support the development of thoughtful and intentional site design and programming strategies, identifying and implementing strategies to increase the efficiency of the Client's workplace and amenity programs.
Develop and manage comprehensive design strategy frameworks for a variety of audiences; external architecture/design firms, internal leadership/executive audiences, business partners. Support and lead a visual strategy, based on audience and need; championing Design Team overarching strategies, approach, processes, and needs.
Showcase expertise in own job field (design standards, systemization, guidelines, playbooks) and in-depth knowledge of other job subject areas within the organization function.
Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE (Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence) values. Anticipates potential objections and persuades others, often at senior levels and of divergent interest, to adopt a different point of view.
Impact the achievement of customer, operational, project, or service objectives across multi-discipline teams.
Contribute to new products, processes, standards, and/or operational plans in support of achieving functional goals.
Communicate difficult and complex ideas with the ability to influence.
What you’ll need
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future
+ Bachelor's Degree (Architecture, Interior Design, Graphic Design) preferred with 5 - 8 years of relevant experience. In lieu of a degree, a combination of experience and education will be considered. NCIDQ certification or Architecture registration required.
+ 5 years of professional project/design work with a focus on workplace and amenity spaces preferred.
+ Experience in developing and establishing design frameworks and guidelines
+ Proficiency in Google applications (Workplace, Docs, Forms, Sheets, Meet) is beneficial.
+ Ability to lead the exchange of sensitive, complicated, and difficult information, convey performance expectations and balance problems.
+ Extensive organizational skills and an advanced inquisitive mentality.
Why CBRE?
+ FORTUNE 500 #126
+ FORTUNE Most Admired Company #1 in real estate for third consecutive year; Ten years in a row on the list!
+ Forbes Named one of the best large employers in America and one of the World's Best Employers!
+ Role will provide the following benefits: 401(K), Dental Insurance, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, and Vision Insurance
Please be advised that effective January 1, 2025, CBRE Project Management and Turner & Townsend will be consolidated into a single global business entity. As a candidate applying for a position, you should be aware that while your initial employment may be with CBRE Project Management, you will subsequently transfer to the newly formed entity that encompasses both organizations.
Turner & Townsend carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for this position is $110,000 annually and the maximum salary for this position is $140,000 annually. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience. Successful candidates will also be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on Turner & Townsend’s applicable benefit program. This role will provide the following benefits: 401(K), Dental insurance, Health insurance, Life insurance, and Vision insurance.
Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).
NOTE: Some, but not all, of our positions may have an additional requirement to comply with COVID-19 health and safety protocols, including COVID-19 vaccination proof and/or rigorous testing. If you have questions about the requirement(s) for this position, please inform your Recruiter.
CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)
Job ID
202059
Posted
17-Jan-2025
Service line
PJM Segment
Role type
Full-time
Areas of Interest
Construction, Design
Location(s)
Atlanta - Georgia - United States of America, Charleston - South Carolina - United States of America, Charlotte - North Carolina - United States of America, Cleveland - Ohio - United States of America, Detroit - Michigan - United States of America, Indianapolis - Indiana - United States of America, Jacksonville - Florida - United States of America, Los Angeles - California - United States of America, Louisville - Kentucky - United States of America, Miami - Florida - United States of America, Nashville - Tennessee - United States of America, Orlando - Florida - United States of America, Philadelphia - Pennsylvania - United States of America, Pittsburgh - Pennsylvania - United States of America, Raleigh - North Carolina - United States of America, Richmond - Virginia - United States of America, Tampa - Florida - United States of America, Winston-Salem - North Carolina - United States of America
About the role
The Senior Design Manager manages our global technology client's holistic approach to the design strategy, programming, and design of various amenities programs within their office facilities. The Sr. Design Manager is responsible for curating documentation that facilitates the streamlined execution of work streams that require systemization support via clear and visual documentation. They will design, deliver and lead the creation of guidelines and resources Design Teams and/or partners require. The SDM supports the development of templates and other supportive assets (newsletters, graphics) to ensure a cohesive approach to all presentation materials.
What you’ll do
Prepare detailed design specifications based on project requirements and client requests.
Conduct design guidelines reviews with team to identify innovative design solutions.
Implement and run quality assurance and compliance processes within the project schedule.
Create templates, playbooks, and guidelines for design strategy initiatives.
Develop and lead comprehensive design strategy frameworks. Develop and track schedules and work plans for design strategy efforts (guidelines, playbooks, templates).
Develop innovative design strategy initiatives backed by detailed research and analysis.
Support the development of thoughtful and intentional site design and programming strategies, identifying and implementing strategies to increase the efficiency of the Client's workplace and amenity programs.
Develop and manage comprehensive design strategy frameworks for a variety of audiences; external architecture/design firms, internal leadership/executive audiences, business partners. Support and lead a visual strategy, based on audience and need; championing Design Team overarching strategies, approach, processes, and needs.
Showcase expertise in own job field (design standards, systemization, guidelines, playbooks) and in-depth knowledge of other job subject areas within the organization function.
Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE (Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence) values. Anticipates potential objections and persuades others, often at senior levels and of divergent interest, to adopt a different point of view.
Impact the achievement of customer, operational, project, or service objectives across multi-discipline teams.
Contribute to new products, processes, standards, and/or operational plans in support of achieving functional goals.
Communicate difficult and complex ideas with the ability to influence.
What you’ll need
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future
+ Bachelor's Degree (Architecture, Interior Design, Graphic Design) preferred with 5 - 8 years of relevant experience. In lieu of a degree, a combination of experience and education will be considered. NCIDQ certification or Architecture registration required.
+ 5 years of professional project/design work with a focus on workplace and amenity spaces preferred.
+ Experience in developing and establishing design frameworks and guidelines
+ Proficiency in Google applications (Workplace, Docs, Forms, Sheets, Meet) is beneficial.
+ Ability to lead the exchange of sensitive, complicated, and difficult information, convey performance expectations and balance problems.
+ Extensive organizational skills and an advanced inquisitive mentality.
Why CBRE?
+ FORTUNE 500 #126
+ FORTUNE Most Admired Company #1 in real estate for third consecutive year; Ten years in a row on the list!
+ Forbes Named one of the best large employers in America and one of the World's Best Employers!
+ Role will provide the following benefits: 401(K), Dental Insurance, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, and Vision Insurance
Please be advised that effective January 1, 2025, CBRE Project Management and Turner & Townsend will be consolidated into a single global business entity. As a candidate applying for a position, you should be aware that while your initial employment may be with CBRE Project Management, you will subsequently transfer to the newly formed entity that encompasses both organizations.
Turner & Townsend carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for this position is $110,000 annually and the maximum salary for this position is $140,000 annually. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience. Successful candidates will also be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on Turner & Townsend’s applicable benefit program. This role will provide the following benefits: 401(K), Dental insurance, Health insurance, Life insurance, and Vision insurance.
Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).
NOTE: Some, but not all, of our positions may have an additional requirement to comply with COVID-19 health and safety protocols, including COVID-19 vaccination proof and/or rigorous testing. If you have questions about the requirement(s) for this position, please inform your Recruiter.
CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)
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