Design manager

Columbus OH headquarters or Remote in Eastern time zone

Globeateliê is a fast-growing global design and architecture studio headquartered in Columbus OH. We serve clients developing across North America and worldwide, driving the evolution of physical environments for well-known brands in retail, restaurant, workspace, and more.

We are a close-knit team of creative and resourceful professionals looking for colleagues who share our passion for good design and excellent client service.

Design manager

Globeateliê is in search of a full-time associate to support ideation and management of brand environments for national and global brands, leading project teams and managing client accounts.

Candidate must have at least ten years’ experience (fifteen+ preferred) in an architectural firm, interior design firm, or similar setting.

Key Responsibilities include:

  • Lead programs with select retail and restaurant/bar clients, serving as key point of client contact while supporting business development (Client Manager)
  • Manage internal project teams and schedules on individual projects and/or larger programs and initiatives
  • Mentor and support junior team members, sharing technical and industry knowledge to support the greater growth of the company
  • Support business development through growth of existing client accounts and onboarding of new contacts
  • Lead individual projects through all phases, from Conceptual Design through Construction Documents and Contract Administration
  • Develop designs to scale through various software applications, hand sketching, and materials research
  • Coordinate with internal and external consultants and production team members

Required Skills:

  • Broad understanding of construction and architectural detailing
  • At least ten years’ (fifteen + preferred) experience in an architectural firm, interior design firm, or similar setting
  • Experience in project and/or program management
  • Retail and/or restaurant experience strongly preferred
  • Architectural license, or progress in pursuing architectural license through NCARB; alternately NCIDQ certification, or progress in its pursuit is preferred
  • Code research and permitting due diligence experience preferred
  • Proficiency in Autocad, Sketchup, Revit and/or Adobe Suite preferred
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Projects, Smartsheets, Excel, Monday.com or other project management/production software preferred

This position will be well-suited to someone who is highly collaborative, organized, creative, and eager to take initiative. We offer fantastic opportunities to grow, and we look forward to hearing from you!

Design manager

Columbus OH headquarters or Remote in Eastern time zone

At Globeateliê, we believe in delivering experience-driven brand environments that meet your performance goals without compromising the integrity of your brand.

We create scalable designs and implementation strategies, mindful of budget, regional requirements, and stakeholder measurables.

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