What are the responsibilities and job description for the In-House Design Manager position at Inch & Co Construction?
In-House Design Manager
Position Summary
The In-House Design Manager is responsible for coordinating and managing all civil, architectural and design efforts for the company’s multifamily development and commercial construction projects. This role oversees design from early concept through construction documents, working closely with internal teams and external consultants to ensure plans are coordinated, buildable, and aligned with project goals.
While the candidate for this position does not hold an architectural seal, the Design Manager plays a critical role in managing the full design process, coordinating civil and architectural efforts, and serving as the primary internal point of contact for design-related matters.
In addition, this role may assist with select third-party projects by performing initial architectural evaluations for renovations, repositioning, or feasibility studies as capacity allows.
Key Responsibilities
Architectural Design Coordination
- Manage architectural design efforts for multifamily projects from concept through construction documents
- Coordinate with external licensed architects for sealed drawings and compliance
- Review plans for constructability, consistency, and alignment with project budgets and schedules
- Lead internal design reviews and coordinate revisions
- Serve as the primary design liaison between development, construction, preconstruction, and consultants
Civil & Consultant Coordination
- Coordinate civil engineering efforts in conjunction with architectural design
- Ensure alignment between site, civil, and building plans
- Track design milestones, deliverables, and consultant timelines
- Identify and resolve coordination issues early to avoid downstream conflicts
Development & Construction Support
- Support preconstruction with design clarification and coordination during estimating
- Assist construction teams with plan interpretation and design-related questions
- Help manage design changes and revisions throughout construction
- Participate in meetings related to design, permitting, and project planning
Third-Party & Special Projects (as capacity allows)
- Perform initial architectural evaluations for renovation, repositioning, or feasibility studies
- Review existing plans and conditions for third-party or internal assessment work
- Provide high-level design input and recommendations
Qualifications
- Professional experience in architectural design, design management, or project coordination
- Experience with multifamily projects strongly preferred
- Licensure not required; experience coordinating with licensed architects is essential
- Strong understanding of construction documents, plan reading, and design coordination
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
- Clear communicator who can bridge design, development, and construction teams
Software & Technical Skills
- Proficiency in architectural design software (AutoCAD, Revit, or similar)
- Ability to review and markup drawings
- Familiarity with coordination tools and document management platforms
- Strong organizational and documentation skills
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match of 4%
- Paid time off and paid company holidays