Design Project Manager
skillsetgroupLos Angeles County (CA)
About the role
Skill Set Group is seeking an experienced Design Project Manager based in the San Gabriel Valley, CA area. This position will be working hands-on project manager for various commercial/QSR construction projects throughout the Southwest US territory. The ideal candidate must have experience with all store design aspects for ground-up builds within the retail/commercial industry. Extensive experience with entitlements & permitting requirements is also a must. This position does require a 4-year degree in Architecture or related field. This position will require 30-50% travel throughout the Southwest US region. This will also be a DIRECT HIRE role. Details Manage the architectural/design side of multiple new store development projects Manage projects from construction documents through construction administration Track schedules, milestones, critical paths, scope, and budgets Review architectural plans for design intent, accuracy, building codes, ADA compliance, and prototype standards Create/review site plans and conceptual drawings Work directly with architects, vendors, Construction, and field teams Support entitlements and permitting Conduct site visits, QC walks, and project/design reviews Identify design issues and develop practical solutions with vendors and field teams Use AutoCAD, Sketch Up, Bluebeam, and Smartsheet Manage several complex projects simultaneously
Requirements:
Seasoned architectural/project management background Strong architectural design and construction-document knowledge Architect license strongly targeted; candidates actively working toward registration may also warrant review Strong experience with entitlements and permitting Strong knowledge of building codes and ADA compliance Knowledge of structural, civil, and MEP systems Intermediate–Advanced AutoCAD, Sketch Up, Bluebeam, and Smartsheet Strong project-management and multi-project experience Must be comfortable traveling frequently Strong communication skills and ability to work with architects, vendors, construction teams, and field personnel
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