Design Manager
- Pay Rate: $73.53/hour, depending on experience
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Contract Length: 1 year
Location: Calgary, Alberta
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Raise is currently hiring a Design Manager on behalf of our client. They’re expanding their team to meet growing needs, making this a unique opportunity to work with an industry leader. Our Client is a market leading financial institution
Note: The primary pay rate is based on T4 classification; however, we will also consider applications from candidates interested in an INC classification, where applicable.
Description
As the Design Manager you will be an integral part of our clients dynamic PP&S team, leading the charge in creating innovative, inspiring spaces that reflect our brand and culture. You will help oversee a talented team of external designers and collaborate closely with internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure our spaces are aesthetically pleasing, functional, sustainable, and strictly aligned with business objectives. Your passion for design, strong leadership skills, and collaborative approach will be instrumental in shaping the future of our clients workplace environments.
Responsibilities
- Strategic Leadership & Team Management
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Provide overall leadership and direction on all physical design-related initiatives within .
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Foster a collaborative and high-performing work environment that aligns with 's strategic objectives, culture, and core values.
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Portfolio Oversight & Project Delivery
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Oversee the design aspects of a diverse portfolio of construction projects, ensuring successful end-to-end delivery across both corporate and retail spaces.
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Monitor project timelines, budgets, and quality standards to ensure strict alignment with business needs.
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Space Planning & Programming
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Lead space planning initiatives and actively work to create all relevant construction and fixturing documentation at all stages of assigned projects.
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Performance Management & Process Optimization
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Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and design metrics.
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Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the overall efficiency, creativity, and effectiveness of design processes.
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Specification Management & Standards Control
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Oversee the development, implementation, and management of corporate design standards and associated specifications.
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Ensure cost-effective execution, value engineering, and adherence to established financial targets.
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Quality Assurance & Compliance
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Champion a culture of quality and compliance, ensuring all design projects adhere to 's internal standards, specifications, and applicable local regulations.
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Implement strict quality control measures, including regular design audits and physical site visits.
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Stakeholder Engagement & Relationship Management
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Build and maintain robust relationships with key internal business partners, external design vendors, consultants, and relevant authorities.
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Communicate effectively across all levels to ensure alignment, transparency, and seamless collaboration.
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Risk Management & Mitigation
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Develop and implement proactive risk management strategies to identify, assess, and mitigate potential project and design risks.
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Ensure business continuity and minimize disruptions to project timelines and budgets.
Qualifications
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8+ years of progressive experience in design management.
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3–5 years of experience in contract administration, project management, or a related role, preferably within a retail-facing capacity.
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Deep understanding of design principles, interior architecture practices, building codes, safety regulations, and industry best practices.
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Proven track record of successfully managing complex construction or design projects, including scope planning, execution, risk mitigation, and financial/budgetary control.
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High proficiency in standard industry design software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit) and standard project management tools.
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Ability to translate the organizations overarching business objectives into a long-term physical design strategy.
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Ability to inspire, motivate, and mentor a team of external design and construction professionals, fostering accountability and high performance.
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Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to build rapport, influence stakeholders, and convey complex design concepts clearly and concisely.
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Confidence to navigate complex situations, analyze multifaceted data, evaluate options, and make sound decisions that drive project success.
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Ability to embrace change, navigate evolving corporate priorities, and agilely adapt design strategies to meet new challenges.
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Profitability in effectively delegating tasks, empowering team members to take ownership, and maximizing collective team performance.
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Proficient in resolving conflicts constructively, facilitating open dialogue, and negotiating mutually beneficial solutions with vendors and partners.
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genuine passion for developing others, providing constructive guidance, support, and feedback to nurture professional growth.
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Education and Certifications
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Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Interior Design, or a closely related field.
Additional Information
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A requirement for candidates to be considered for this role will be to complete a criminal and credit check (including Canadian Credit Risk Score)
Looking for meaningful work? We can help!
Raise is an established hiring firm with over 65 years of experience. We believe strongly in making the world a better place through work, which is why we’re a certified B Corporation and donate 10% of our profits to charity.
We strive to build teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we work in. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including people from traditionally underrepresented groups such as women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, people identifying as LGBTQ2SI, veterans, and people with visible/nonvisible disabilities.
We have a dedicated webpage for accommodations where you can learn more about what we offer and request accommodation: https://raise.jobs/accommodations/
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