Design Manager - architecture

Design Manager

Loudoun County Government

$86,424.68 - $151,243.18 Annually

Leesburg, VA

FT Salary W BN

Job Number: 25-01233

Department: Transportation and Capital Infrastructure

Opening Date: 05/19/2025

Closing Date: Continuous

Exempt

Grade: 131

The Loudoun County Department of Transportation and Capital Infrastructure (DTCI) is seeking an experienced, highly motivated, and detail-oriented Design Manager to manage the design process for County projects. The role includes managing activities associated with development of request for proposals (RFPs) and invitations for bid (IFBs), managing the design process, participating in the selection of the consulting design team, reviewing schedule and budgets, ensuring design goals are met, providing technical support, and managing related contracts for facility projects identified in the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) or as directed by DTCI leadership prior to handing the project over for the construction phase. On occasion, the position will support the public input process associated with CIP project development, provide land acquisition support analyzing the purchase of County land assets, analyzing options for meeting County CIP needs, and providing information and guidance to the Board of Supervisors.

The Design Manager is part of the Capital Facilities team and reports to the Program Manager – Facility Design. Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Manages multiple public facility projects dedicated to design development.
• Develops and evaluates RFPs for needed services or products. Participates in the selection of the design consultant, develops contracts and scopes of work, negotiates contracts, and processes financial transactions related to architectural and engineering services.
• Supports project design, development, and implementation. Provides technical support and information to Program Manager, project stakeholders, and agencies.
• Manages design process and teams including schedule development and reviews, maintaining project budgets, and ensuring design goals are met.
• Manages projects including maintaining schedule and assignments for review, coordinating activities of all project stakeholders, maintaining appropriate contact with all project stakeholders, and facilitating project team meetings.
• Assists in the preparation of action items for Board Committee or Business meetings, both open and closed sessions, and Public Hearings.
• Administers and maintains documents, files, and records associated with facility project planning and ensures record compliance with the Virginia Public Records Act.
• Coordinates the development of the construction IFB with the facilities construction manager and County Procurement.
• Prepares detailed reports on project progress and performance, while keeping the Program Manager informed of key updates and challenges.
• Employs exceptional interpersonal and communication skills to engage with stakeholders and decision-makers. Facilitates collaborative discussions, addresses concerns, and fosters consensus among diverse groups.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

We are seeking an individual with:

• A proven track record of success in the designing and managing of public facility capital improvement projects.
• Expertise in project management tools and methodologies, such as scheduling, budgeting, and risk management.
• Knowledge of applicable building codes, engineering design standards, land development regulations, and ordinances.
• The ability to read and interpret complex construction plans and specifications.
• Skills in problem solving and the ability to resolve conflict.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively communicate ideas clearly and concisely.
• Skills in using computers, Microsoft Office, Bluebeam Revu, Trimble Unity Construct, and software related to the job assignment.
• The ability to develop strong working relationships with other County staff, state and federal agencies, regional partners, design professionals, and the public.
• This position is eligible for partial telework in accordance with County and Department policies.
• This position is eligible for a $6,000 hiring bonus in accordance with the County's Hiring and Retention Bonus Program.
• Hiring salary is commensurate with experience.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree with engineering coursework or degree related to assigned area; three (3) years of professional engineering and construction management work experience of a complex nature with direct design as well as administrative experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Preference given to those with construction management work experience of a complex nature with direct design and administrative experience.

Job Contingencies and Special Requirements:

Candidate must possess a valid driver’s license. Position may require attendance at meetings outside normal business hours. Employment is contingent upon successful background check completion, to include criminal, credit, and driving record checks.

Loudoun County Government offers a variety of benefits to both regular full time and part time employees. To view the comprehensive benefits package we have to offer you when you join our team, please click here.

Employees hired into Regular Part-Time Intermittent positions are eligible for limited County employee benefit programs, based on the position’s regularly scheduled hours. Benefits eligibility for temporary employees are dependent on duration of assignment and number of scheduled hours.

Address:

1 Harrison Street SE Leesburg, Virginia, 20175

Phone: 7037770213

Website: www.loudoun.gov