The Cumming GroupEmployer: New York, NY, USLocation: Thu, May 2 '24Posted on: Full-timeType:
The Cumming Group is a hands-on owner’s advisory firm that offers strategic guidance — including project management and other related services — to owners, developers, and institutions in and around New York City, New Jersey, Boston, Washington, D.C., and Florida. We offer an environment that fosters creativity and problem-solving, and rewards team members for exceptional client service, collaboration, and a focus on continuous improvement and results. At The Cumming Group, we are leading industry consultants with a reputation for extraordinary professionalism and expertise.
We are currently looking for Design Managers to focus on overseeing the Design + Engineering phases of new high-profile projects for owners. Experienced Project Managers, Project Architects or Engineers from leading large Architecture or Engineering firms with strong client and management skills are ideal candidates. This position will be based in New York, NY and is a great opportunity to join our team.
Responsibilities:
Design and Project Management in a fast-paced environment, collaborating closely with prestigious clients and consultants to deliver design excellence.
Lead development through the Programming, Concept, SD, DD, CD, and CA phases employing meetings, workshops, and reviews to ensure complete and coordinated documentation.
Demonstrate comprehensive experience in the design and engineering process.
Take ownership of responsibility with a hands-on approach, attentive to strategy and detail.
Leverage strong interpersonal and communication skills to provide attentive client service and effectively address complex issues and situations.
Demonstrate strong personal initiative, critical thinking, and creative problem-solving.
Create management deliverables including presentations, reporting, tables, minutes, logs.
Manage consultant onboarding, RFQs and RFPs to interviews, leveling, agreements, and award.
Use knowledge and understanding of construction methods, materials, and sequences.
Develop rigorous analyses and reviews of developing design and engineering documents.
Collaborate in the successful cost and schedule management of the project.
Support Business Development and some project travel on the East Coast.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Architecture, Engineering, or closely related field preferred.
8-12 years’ experience in elite architecture or engineering firms on medium to large scale mixed-use, office, hospitality, residential, and tall buildings. Interior fit-out experience beneficial.
Detailed understanding and experience in the design and development process of core and shell buildings as well as construction methods, materials, and sequences.
Excellent interpersonal skills and spoken and written communication abilities are essential.
Experience with cost and schedule management.
Extensive understanding of architectural, engineering, and construction documentation.
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Project, etc.; CAD and 3D software is beneficial.
Proficient in Bluebeam, Adobe Creative Suite, Procore, or similar PMIS systems.
