Executive Director, Design and Project Management
Core
Executive Director overseeing design and construction projects for leased properties and City-owned spaces, coordinating complex projects among stakeholders including landlords and City agencies.
Role type
Senior leadership, project management director
Builds
Leased office space build-outs, renovations, and relocations for City agencies
Domain
Public sector real estate and construction management
Required skills
Strategic planning, budget management, stakeholder coordination, team leadership, contract negotiation, project oversight, resource allocation, compliance management, hiring oversight
Preferred skills
Experience with capital planning, knowledge of City space guidelines, ability to manage cross-agency initiatives
Technologies
Project management tools, budgeting software, construction management systems
Responsibilities
Manage design and project management staff teams; Support preparation and maintenance of capital and expense budgets; Assist with lease negotiations regarding design and construction; Provide oversight of Directors on construction and relocation coordination; Oversee planning and resource allocation for project development; Oversee creation of cost estimates and bid approvals; Coordinate with Financial Services and Capital Budget Units; Coordinate with other Lines of Service for procurement and payments; Coordinate with administrative entities like Legal, IT, and Building Services; Manage intra-agency coordination for project-related services; Manage and plan unit staffing needs; Oversee interview and hiring processes; Oversee compliance with DCAS Space Guidelines.
Seniority
Executive Director, strategic leadership and team management