Job Description

Job-37830

Position Title: Design Manager III
Location: Los Angeles, California
Work Type: Full-time, On-site (No Hybrid/Remote Option)
Compensation: $190,000 per year + Comprehensive Benefits
Submission Deadline: February 27, 2026

About the Opportunity

Our client is a construction management firm supporting a major aviation capital improvement program in Los Angeles. They are seeking a Design Manager III to oversee architectural and engineering design activities across a large, complex terminal refresh and modernization initiative.

This is a full-time, 100% on-site leadership role within a high-visibility public infrastructure environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee design delivery across architectural, structural, MEP, civil, utilities, and IT disciplines
• Enforce architectural and engineering review procedures and standards
• Lead design review and comment resolution processes
• Manage scope tracking and ensure alignment with program requirements
• Coordinate permitting activities and agency approvals
• Monitor BIM production in accordance with program standards and execution plans
• Provide technical oversight of change management and scope modifications
• Facilitate coordination between project teams, designers, and subject matter experts
• Support executive briefings, board presentations, and stakeholder meetings
• Ensure design quality, consistency, and compliance across all project components

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS

(Applicants must meet ALL of the following)

Experience

• Minimum 15 years of experience managing design of large, complex building, utilities, or infrastructure projects
• Experience managing design for projects exceeding $100 million in value
• Experience on aviation or complex transportation facilities projects
• Experience with multiple delivery methods including Design-Bid-Build, CMAR, and Design-Build

Education

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, or related field

Technical Requirements

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Bluebeam
• Familiarity with Project Management Information Systems
• Working knowledge of CAD or Revit preferred

Availability

• Ability to work full-time, on-site in Los Angeles
• Flexibility for extended hours or weekend work as required

Preferred Qualifications (Not mandatory)

• Licensed Architect or Professional Engineer
• Experience managing BIM implementation strategies
• Experience coordinating across multiple concurrent aviation programs

Required Skills

• Strong design governance and quality control capability
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to manage multidisciplinary design teams
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational discipline
• Comfortable operating in high-visibility, deadline-driven environments

Application Process

To be considered, please submit a detailed resume including:

• Full employment history with Month/Year dates
• Educational credentials
• Professional licenses or certifications
• List of projects managed including value, location, role, and specific contributions

Note:
We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity. Only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.

AI may be used to support certain administrative aspects of our recruitment process. However, all applications and resumes are reviewed by qualified human reviewers, and all screening and hiring decisions are made solely by the hiring team.

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