Cornerstone Consutling & Technology
Design Manager V - Design Director
Cornerstone Consutling & Technology, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Share this job as a link in your status update to LinkedIn.Job TitleLocationCategoryJob TypeFull-timeExperienced (Non-Manager)EducationBachelor's DegreeSalary Grade$52.00 - $64.00 ( $108,160 to $133,120 YR )TravelNoneSecurity Clearance RequiredNoneJob DescriptionJob Description:The Design Director reports to the TDIP Program Executive and is responsible for the design delivery of all TDIP Programs performed by various designers under different contracts. The characteristics of the candidate must include a complete understanding of airport terminal functions and assets (i.e. passenger processing, baggage processing, airline operations above and below the wing, concessions, landside functions, and aircraft/apron requirements). The individual shall have experience in working for an architecture or engineering firm to know the inner workings of what it takes to develop a design through all of its phases. The individual shall also be driven to “think outside the box” and be able to lead and collaborate with large groups to find the right solution.Position Description:
Want to make an application Make sure your CV is up to date, then read the following job specs carefully before applying.The Design Director establishes and monitors procedures for engineering review activities to ensure they are done according to best practices and the design standards identified in the Contracts. The Design Director shall oversee design support management, scope of work management (contracts, cost and schedule), design review and approval, permitting, agency coordination support, and building information modelling (BIM) coordination. The Design Director supports project managers in providing oversight of the tenants/design-builders designs including architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical plumbing (MEP), civil, utilities, and IT disciplines per LAWA standards. The Design Director oversees the various design activities of the TDIP Program, whether for tenants’ acquisition projects, LAWA-managed projects or airline-funded projects.The Terminal Development & Improvement Program includes large and small terminal renovation projects either performed by tenants under a lease agreement or managed directly by LAWA. Large renovation projects include projects like the Terminal 4 Modernization project, which is managed by American Airlines and the Terminal 4 Baggage handling system project, which is managed by LAWA. Other projects managed by LAWA include the Terminal Refresh project, the CTA West Station project and the Wayfinding Enhancement Program.Professional Experience Level/Other Qualifications20 years or more experience, preferably on airport projectsHas demonstrable specialized experience / area of expertiseExperience with projects more than $100 million in value.Experience with various delivery methods, including Design-Bid-Build, Design+CMAR and Design/BuildProven ability to perform in a management capacityExcellent written and oral communication skills and a thorough knowledge of industry practices and regulationsMust have a self-starter attitude with proactive, results-oriented focus; and willing and capable to assume additional responsibilitiesMust be able to interface with a variety of people with different technical levels and educational backgroundsMust be detail oriented and highly organizedEducation/TrainingBachelor’s degree in Architecture, Aviation, Business, Engineering, Construction Management, Planning or other related technical field requiredMaster's degree preferredRelevant professional licensure and/or certification are strongly preferred. Certifications may include AAAE, LEED, PE, PMP, AICP, etc.Key Job DutiesOverseeing the review and approval of technical documents (DRT process)Lending expertise to manage comment resolutionFacilitating meetings and be the technical liaison between the Developers/Design-Builders and TDIP Subject Matter Expert teamsorking with the Project Manager in defining, reviewing and/or approving design requirements, responsibilities and program consistencyProviding guidance to the Project Manager should design requirements contained in the project documents not be clearly definedServing as the final stop for resolving engineering issues that straddle several contracts and cannot be resolved in an amicable mannerProviding technical support to the TDIP Change Advisory BoardProviding technical review of changes to scope of work for each projectEstablishing submittal approval procedures and ensure uniformity of review approachAuditing project team comments and Developer responsesMonitoring compliance with architectural and engineering guidelines for the TDIP Program ensuring consistency and quality in design of all the different products across the different projectsMonitoring permitting information and the permitting process required by the design teamSupporting project managers to ensures design reviews are completed on time and within budgetDeveloping and maintaining the TDIP Program scope tracker to verify that all scope elements are accounted for and have been or will be assigned to a projectProviding guidance related to the functional requirements contained in the technical specifications or other project documents supplied by LAWAMonitoring BIM productions of all designers and contractors according to LAWA BIM Standards, the BIM Execution Plan, and needs of the TDIP Program. The Design Director is responsible for working with LAWA’s Central Building Information Management (cBIM) to develop the strategy for BIM implementation and reviewActing as technical liaison for the design review processes and comment resolution in coordination with the project manager and the Design Review Team (DRT)Providing technical support and coordination with and among all TDIP project teams for program consistency across all disciplinesProviding technical Support for adjacent LAWA projects not in TDIP as required to ensure accurate interfaceProviding technical coordination for program consistency across all disciplinesPreparing and reviewing briefings, meeting agendas, and supporting materials for various meetings including Board presentations, TDIP Steering Committee meeting, Stakeholder outreach, and other TDIP meetingsHardware/Software KnowledgeProficient in Microsoft Office Suite and BluebeamFamiliarity with Project Management Information SystemsAbility to work in CAD or REVIT a plusThis is an Onsite position.Skills and RequirementsSpecialized SkillsWe are equal opportunity/affirmative action employers, committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under state or local law.
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Want to make an application Make sure your CV is up to date, then read the following job specs carefully before applying.The Design Director establishes and monitors procedures for engineering review activities to ensure they are done according to best practices and the design standards identified in the Contracts. The Design Director shall oversee design support management, scope of work management (contracts, cost and schedule), design review and approval, permitting, agency coordination support, and building information modelling (BIM) coordination. The Design Director supports project managers in providing oversight of the tenants/design-builders designs including architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical plumbing (MEP), civil, utilities, and IT disciplines per LAWA standards. The Design Director oversees the various design activities of the TDIP Program, whether for tenants’ acquisition projects, LAWA-managed projects or airline-funded projects.The Terminal Development & Improvement Program includes large and small terminal renovation projects either performed by tenants under a lease agreement or managed directly by LAWA. Large renovation projects include projects like the Terminal 4 Modernization project, which is managed by American Airlines and the Terminal 4 Baggage handling system project, which is managed by LAWA. Other projects managed by LAWA include the Terminal Refresh project, the CTA West Station project and the Wayfinding Enhancement Program.Professional Experience Level/Other Qualifications20 years or more experience, preferably on airport projectsHas demonstrable specialized experience / area of expertiseExperience with projects more than $100 million in value.Experience with various delivery methods, including Design-Bid-Build, Design+CMAR and Design/BuildProven ability to perform in a management capacityExcellent written and oral communication skills and a thorough knowledge of industry practices and regulationsMust have a self-starter attitude with proactive, results-oriented focus; and willing and capable to assume additional responsibilitiesMust be able to interface with a variety of people with different technical levels and educational backgroundsMust be detail oriented and highly organizedEducation/TrainingBachelor’s degree in Architecture, Aviation, Business, Engineering, Construction Management, Planning or other related technical field requiredMaster's degree preferredRelevant professional licensure and/or certification are strongly preferred. Certifications may include AAAE, LEED, PE, PMP, AICP, etc.Key Job DutiesOverseeing the review and approval of technical documents (DRT process)Lending expertise to manage comment resolutionFacilitating meetings and be the technical liaison between the Developers/Design-Builders and TDIP Subject Matter Expert teamsorking with the Project Manager in defining, reviewing and/or approving design requirements, responsibilities and program consistencyProviding guidance to the Project Manager should design requirements contained in the project documents not be clearly definedServing as the final stop for resolving engineering issues that straddle several contracts and cannot be resolved in an amicable mannerProviding technical support to the TDIP Change Advisory BoardProviding technical review of changes to scope of work for each projectEstablishing submittal approval procedures and ensure uniformity of review approachAuditing project team comments and Developer responsesMonitoring compliance with architectural and engineering guidelines for the TDIP Program ensuring consistency and quality in design of all the different products across the different projectsMonitoring permitting information and the permitting process required by the design teamSupporting project managers to ensures design reviews are completed on time and within budgetDeveloping and maintaining the TDIP Program scope tracker to verify that all scope elements are accounted for and have been or will be assigned to a projectProviding guidance related to the functional requirements contained in the technical specifications or other project documents supplied by LAWAMonitoring BIM productions of all designers and contractors according to LAWA BIM Standards, the BIM Execution Plan, and needs of the TDIP Program. The Design Director is responsible for working with LAWA’s Central Building Information Management (cBIM) to develop the strategy for BIM implementation and reviewActing as technical liaison for the design review processes and comment resolution in coordination with the project manager and the Design Review Team (DRT)Providing technical support and coordination with and among all TDIP project teams for program consistency across all disciplinesProviding technical Support for adjacent LAWA projects not in TDIP as required to ensure accurate interfaceProviding technical coordination for program consistency across all disciplinesPreparing and reviewing briefings, meeting agendas, and supporting materials for various meetings including Board presentations, TDIP Steering Committee meeting, Stakeholder outreach, and other TDIP meetingsHardware/Software KnowledgeProficient in Microsoft Office Suite and BluebeamFamiliarity with Project Management Information SystemsAbility to work in CAD or REVIT a plusThis is an Onsite position.Skills and RequirementsSpecialized SkillsWe are equal opportunity/affirmative action employers, committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under state or local law.
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