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The Design Manager is responsible for managing and fully understanding all building design work as it relates to The Garrett Companies’ range of projects. This person reviews building plans at all stages to verify adherence to Garrett Standards, design intents, potential for value engineering and constructability. In unison with such a review, this person should be able to provide guiding design insight to improve upon the projects that The Garrett Companies develops and constructs. Desired areas of improvement include livability, cost effective design, constructability, and any efficiencies that can be found that will increase leasing, management operations, resident quality of life, development processes, construction processes, and all other issues related to coordinating departments and third parties. The Design Manager will serve as the internal point-person for all building design-related items. This position will be responsible for documenting and evolving design policies and procedures for best practices as they relate to this role and its coordinating departments. Key Responsibilities Assist relevant staff with the development of The Garrett Companies project design standards in a formal, historical document that can be used by design consultants and project stakeholders. This includes materials and finishes, construction methods, design details and product selections. Develop and implement a procedure for design reviews. Review progress designs of all building plan disciplines at scheduled intervals to identify errors and suggest solutions in plan coordination. Work with 3 rd party accessibility consultants and review design documents to confirm compliance with as-built construction. Work in unison with all departments and serve as the expert resource for building plan design sheets. Review, approve, or revise Typical Details to improve and standardize. When required, research current building codes in local markets and help lead design edits to accommodate such. Monitor apartment design trends (most importantly unit plans) and have a working knowledge of current layouts and design approaches that are being utilized by our peers. Required Skills and Qualifications Minimum of 10 years experience in a design leadership role. Must have a passion for design and efficiency. Successful experience in a similar role. Proficiency with Bluebeam, Procore and Microsoft Projects. Excellent written and verbal skills. Must be consistently detail oriented. Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite. Ability to listen and understand intents and goals. Ability to think creatively and innovatively. Professional judgment and discretion that comes from experience in working with customer services, internal teams, and 3rd party consultants. Analytical skills to forecast and identify trends and challenges. Familiarity with the latest trends, technologies, and methodologies as it relates to your role. Core Competencies (these are the most important items) Able to work in unison with a team. Takes full responsibility for actions and works collaboratively to find solutions. Coachable. Ability to listen and understand intents and goals. Relentless problem-solving skills. Ability to think 2+ steps ahead and anticipate what comes next. We are all broom pushers. Must be willing to work and support at all levels. We are trend setters and standards breakers. Our intent is to consistently pursue excellence, must think creatively and innovatively. Demonstrates alignment with our Core Values: Excellence, Sense of Duty, Accountability, Teamwork, Courage, Honesty & Integrity, The Golden Rule, and Caring for All People. Physical Requirements Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times. Must be able to distinguish between colors. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Garrett Companies

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