Design Manager - A/E Services - Education

Cordoba Corporation is a leading civil engineering abd design firm based in California. We are seeking a Design Manager. This position manages, develops, and coordinates the District’s design process for A&E Services to ensure that plans are within functional program, budgetary, environmental, and legal requirements. Qualified candidates will possess a minimum of 8 years full-time paid professional experience managing the facilities design, or the planning and coordination of capital projects that include the overall design, contract administration, cost estimating, and scheduling activities. Candidate must have four years of this experience must be with the design, planning and construction of educational facilities or similar public agencies. 

• Manages multiple projects, including engineering repair and critical repair, through interaction with Architects, consultants, and District personnel to ensure timely completion of these projects.
• Oversees the building design process to ensure compliance with District's standards and guidelines for the district by working with design professionals and various District administrators to ensure that new and modernized structures meet both educational and building standards requirements.
• Establishes and follows a process to identify and select the architectural firm best suited for each project based on the firms’ qualifications and ability to meet performance standards.
• Provides Architects with clear and consistent direction regarding goals and objectives, standards, site, schedule, and budget for each project.
• Establishes and follows an effective and efficient design review process to ensure that the design meets the overall goals and objectives for each project.
• Provides maximum value for dollars budgeted and are appropriate and enduring to meet the functional needs of the district, the local community, and the environment.
• Reviews design changes to ensure project remains within budget.
• Monitors project planning and design status to report findings, recommendations, and updates.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Experience:

• Minimum 8 years full time paid professional experience managing the facilities design, or the planning and coordination of capital projects that included the overall design, contract administration, cost estimating, and scheduling activities.
• 4 years of this experience must be with the design, planning and construction of educational facilities or similar public agencies.

Required Education:

• Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor’s degree in Architecture or Engineering.

Preferred Licenses and Certificates:

• A valid Certificate of Registration as an Architect by the California State Architectural Board or Professional Engineer by the State Board for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors

Salary Range: $122,000 to $142,000 per year.

Location: Los Angeles, California - 100 percent onsite.

Cordoba Corporation: Building Excellence in Infrastructure

Cordoba Corporation, a nationally recognized civil engineering, construction management, program management, and planning firm, has a proven track record of success. Our expertise spans diverse sectors, including education and facilities, transportation, water, and energy. Through close collaboration with our clients, we have consistently delivered complex, high-impact infrastructure projects across California, demonstrating our stability and growth potential.

National Recognition - Cordoba’s efforts have garnered national acclaim. Engineering News-Record (ENR) has consistently ranked us as a “top 100 construction management firm” and a “top 50 program management firm.” Additionally, ENR recognized Cordoba as a “top 100 design firm” in California in 2018. Our business model emphasizes efficiency, fostering a dynamic work environment. We approach projects with multifaceted strategies, ensuring successful outcomes.

Statewide Presence—With headquarters in Los Angeles, Cordoba maintains a solid presence statewide. Our offices extend to San Francisco, Sacramento, San Ramon, Chatsworth, Santa Ana, Ontario, and San Diego.

Cordoba Corporation: Enhancing Employee Well-Being!

At Cordoba Corporation, we value our employees and their well-being. That's why we offer a comprehensive range of benefits and perks. We provide multiple medical and dental insurance plans, as well as vision insurance, all of which are subsidized for both employees and dependents.  Our benefits package also includes employer-paid AD&D and life insurance, a 401k with an industry-leading employer match, generous vacation and sick leave accruals, 9 paid holidays, and other forms of paid time off.  We also offer flexible spending accounts (FSA’s) including medical care reimbursement, dependent care reimbursement, and commuter benefit plans. In addition, employees are eligible for our employee assistance program and well-being benefits that include stress management, nutrition, and financial well-being. We believe that by taking care of our employees, we can all thrive together.

Cordoba Corporation is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and promoting diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. We believe a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential for our success, and we value and respect every individual's unique contribution.

Harassment-Free Workplace: We strictly prohibit workplace harassment based on any factor, including race, gender, sexual orientation, or disability. Cordoba is committed to fostering a healthy and happy lifestyle for our employees within and beyond the workplace.

For inquiries or accommodation, please get in touch with our HR Department at (213) 895-0224.

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