Design Manager - A/E Services

The Greenridge Group is a prime contractor and consulting firm specializing in Project and Construction Management for major public-sector agencies.

We are seeking an experienced Design Manager – A/E Services to support the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) Facilities Services Division.

This position is an excellent opportunity for an experienced architecture, engineering, or facilities design professional with a strong background managing the planning, design, and coordination of complex capital improvement projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and coordinate the design process to ensure projects meet program, budget, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage multiple projects, including engineering repair and critical repair projects, while coordinating with architects, consultants, engineers, and District personnel.
• Oversee the building design process and ensure compliance with applicable District standards and guidelines.
• Provide architects and design teams with clear direction regarding project goals, scope, standards, schedule, site requirements, and budget.
• Coordinate and facilitate design reviews to ensure projects meet overall objectives.
• Review proposed design changes and monitor their impact on project budgets and requirements.
• Monitor project planning and design progress and provide updates, recommendations, and reports to project stakeholders.
• Support the evaluation and selection of architectural firms based on qualifications and performance requirements.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or Engineering from a recognized college or university.
• Minimum 8 years of full-time professional experience managing facilities design or planning and coordinating capital projects.
• Experience must include responsibilities involving design, contract administration, cost estimating, and scheduling.
• At least 4 years of experience must involve the design, planning, and construction of educational facilities or similar public-agency projects.

Preferred Qualifications

• California-registered Architect (RA), or
• California-licensed Professional Engineer (PE)

Benefits

We offer one of the most competitive benefit packages in the industry.

• Medical, Dental & Vision: 100% employer-paid monthly premiums for employees and 50% coverage for dependents under our company-sponsored plan*
• Life Insurance: Company-paid coverage up to $50,000
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Accrues up to 80 hours per year with increased accrual based on tenure
• Sick Leave: 10 days of paid sick leave annually - well above the average of 5-6 days offered by most firms
• Holidays: 9 paid holidays, 2 floating holidays, and a paid day off for your BIRTHDAY!!!
• 401(k): Company match up to 4% (100% of the first 3%, 50% of the next 2%)
• Education Support: Assistance with tuition, licenses, and professional certifications
• Referral Bonus: Highest employee referral program of $5,000–$10,000 depending on level of hire
• Extra Paid Leave: For jury duty, bereavement leave, and voting time for local/state/federal elections
• Client Shutdown Days: Additional paid days off when client offices are closed
• Equipment: Laptop provided as needed
• Cell Phone Stipend: $100 monthly stipend for eligible roles

Why Join Greenridge?

• Be part of trusted leader in delivering impactful public sector projects.
• Play a meaningful role in shaping safe, modern, high-quality school environments.
• Join a team of experienced professionals dedicated to public infrastructure excellence.

The Greenridge Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.