Workplace Design Manager

San Jose Until 9/22/2026 10+ years exp First posted July 24, 2026 Last posted July 24, 2026
Job description

In Places, we don’t sit back and let things happen, we make things happen, and we do this in service to all Apple employees and customers. Our team is a diverse and nimble group that manages Apple’s retail stores, workplaces, and workplace services. We develop and manage Apple’s global real estate portfolio, lead all related capital construction projects, provide outstanding facilities and site services, develop and lead sustainability initiatives to reduce the environmental impact of all Apple facilities, including commute and renewable energy programs, and do everything we can to ensure the health and safety of all Apple personnel, facilities, and customers in our facilities around the world. Our Workplace Design Team focuses on designing incredible human-centered spaces and experiences that reflect Apple’s brand and values in the built environment, inspiring and empowering employees to achieve their best work. We are seeking an experienced, collaborative, and detail orientated design professional with a passion for workplace design to join our team as a Design Manager to oversee and manage design related elements for workplace projects in the Americas region. * Please submit your application with PDF or web link to your portfolio of body of work*

Description

The Design Manager will lead the design vision on given projects from conception to completion.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelorʼs degree in Architecture, Industrial Design, or a related field 
10+ years of proven design management experience working with internal and external cross-functional teams globally, in corporate or workplace design environments
Demonstrated leadership skills as an advocate for design on behalf of the company to a variety of internal and external audiences
Successfully managed multiple projects/priorities concurrently in a fast-paced, high growth, and results driven environment
Experienced in developing comprehensive presentations and documentation packages with excellent graphic verbal, written, and presentation skills
Proficient in design, 3D modeling, CAD / BIM, presentation, rendering tools
Ability to understand and interpret applicable building codes, local regulations, and regional laws including accessibility requirements
In-depth technical understanding of commercial construction and related trades / engineering disciplines

Preferred Qualifications

Masters or other advanced degree in Architecture or Design preferred
Understands how to navigate ambiguity to drive forward progress, decisions and results
Experience managing vendors and consultants
Understands the commercial real estate development process on the client-side
Licensed professional
Self-starter and capable individual contributor
Impeccable attention to detail
Excellent independent critical thinking, problem-solving, organizational, and reporting skills
Exceptional designer with the ability to develop and convey compelling designs and describe considerations, implementation strategies, and overall design direction in a succinct manner
Excellent communication, interpersonal and collaboration skills required to develop strong working relationships across business groups and key stakeholders at all levels

About this role

Summary

Lead design vision for workplace projects, manage cross-functional teams, and develop innovative human-centered spaces.

Job title

Workplace Design Manager

Experience level

10+ years

Minimum experience

10+ years exp

Industry

retail

Location requirements

San Jose, no remote work allowed

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

design management3D modelingCADBIMpresentation

Preferred skills

licensed professionalvendor managementdesign innovationcommunicationproblem-solving

Specializations

architectureindustrial designproject managementbuilding codesCAD
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

San Jose, CA, USA

On-site City