Senior Design Manager - Facilities

The Design Phase Project Manager – Facilities is responsible for leading and coordinating all design-related activities for assigned construction, installation, or relocation projects, ensuring a seamless transition from concept to construction. This role manages pre-design through construction documentation, collaborating with multiple architects, engineers, and internal stakeholders, shaping design solutions, guiding technical integration, and ensuring design intent is translated into clear, constructible design packages. This role is best suited for a Project Architect or architecturally trained professional who wants to expand into broader project leadership while still engaging deeply in design and technical coordination. This position will require 25% travel across North and South America (currently including Louisiana, Maryland, Ohio, Michigan, Mexico, and Brazil).

Laitram, L.L.C, a global company, offers an unparalleled opportunity for those who want to work for an established, yet growing company in the private sector. We offer opportunities for continuous improvement, and career advancement. To learn more about our company culture, philosophy, and benefits, please visit our Careers website.

Principle Duties

• Leads the design phase for multiple, concurrent, complex projects, coordinating with external architects, engineering teams, and required Subject Matter Experts (SMEs).
• Defines project scope, develops programming requirements, and oversees drawing reviews to ensure alignment with project goals.
• Facilitates MEP-intensive meetings and drawing page-turns, collaborating with Construction PMs to ensure design intent, clarity, constructability, and code compliance across all deliverables.
• Serves as the primary Facilities contact for internal stakeholders and external vendors during the design phase.
• Collaborates with Laitram’s Divisions and internal departments to support project planning, timelines, and value engineering efforts.
• Develops and manages design schedules, providing regular updates to the Facilities Leadership Team. Researches options and seeks approval required for substantive changes.
• Fosters strong communication within the Facilities Team, leading meetings to ensure timely and efficient design completion.
  
  

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Requirements

• Licensed architect with a minimum of 6 years’ professional experience, including experience leading commercial, industrial, or institutional projects from concept through construction.
• Must be authorized to stamp drawings and serve as an Architect of Record in the state of Louisiana.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and 3D modeling software (e.g., Revit, SketchUp).
• Strong skills in MS Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project).
• Familiarity with state/parish/county permitting processes, and architectural code reviews.
• Knowledge of ADA, fire/life safety, and environmental regulations as they relate to design and construction.
• Strong customer service focus and the ability to work with cross-functional teams.
• Strong problem solver and critical thinker. Experience in risk management during the design phase, identifying potential issues early and proposing mitigation strategies

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• Must exhibit a commitment to continuous improvement and professional development.
• Must be able to travel (minimum of 25%) domestic & internationally
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Authorized to stamp drawings and serve as an Architect of Record in the states of OH, MD, and MI.
• Experience with critical path or pull scheduling methodologies.
• Familiarity with Service Now/Nuvolo and Procore platforms.
• Exposure to Lean, Six Sigma, or other process improvement frameworks.
• Experience with BIM coordination and clash detection tools.
  
  

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