Design Project Manager- K-12 Projects at Turner & Townsend

The role

Turner & Townsend Heery is seeking a Design Manager to oversee medium to large sized school projects in Los Angeles. This role involves planning, organizing, and directing design activities for school upgrade and critical repair projects. The Design Manager will function as the lead design professional, ensuring quality review and compliance with policies.

What you'll do

• Plan, organize, and direct design activities for school upgrade and critical repair projects.
• Manage and coordinate the District’s design process to meet functional, budgetary, environmental, and legal requirements.
• Oversee building design to ensure compliance with LAUSD’s standards and guidelines.
• Establish a process to identify and select the architectural firm best suited for each project.
• Provide architects with clear and consistent direction regarding project goals, standards, schedule, and budget.
• Ensure timely decision-making and proper documentation for legal compliance.

What you'll bring

• Minimum 10 years of full-time professional experience managing facilities design or capital project planning.
• At least 5 years of this experience must be with educational facilities or similar public agencies.
• A bachelor’s degree in architecture or engineering is preferred.
• A valid Certificate of Registration as an Architect or Professional Engineer is required.
• Experience with the Division of State Architects (DSA) is preferred.