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MILHAUS

Design Manager Job at MILHAUS in Indianapolis

MILHAUS, Indianapolis, IN, United States


Job Type

Full-time

Description

Milhaus is an award-winning, mixed-use development, construction, and property management company that specializes in Class A, urban, multifamily residential buildings. Headquartered in Indianapolis, Milhaus is comprised of inspired and industrious individuals who are passionate about the development of mixed-use and multifamily communities. We provide exceptional customer experiences and create solutions for neighborhoods that positively impact communities by providing unparalleled expertise in real estate, investment, development, construction and management. We develop high-quality projects that are financially responsible, withstand the passage of time, improve peoples' lives and transform communities.

The Design Development Manager (DDM) supports the Development team by managing the design process and associated consultants for all multi-family projects. The DDM is a detail-oriented individual who has a keen eye for design and can help make design decisions that are budget friendly and ensure Milhaus standards are being met. In its supporting role of the development activities of the company, the DDM works with various consultants, engineers, architects, governmental representatives, contractors, and brokers.

Position Functions
  • Solicit proposals, review scope, and contract with all consultants including, but not limited to architecture, interior design, engineering, environmental, geotechnical, moisture, accessibility, and low voltage
  • Represent Milhaus in design meetings and manage consultant coordination for all projects in development
  • Review all plans for constructability and ensure Milhaus standards are being met
  • Maintains project design checklist and drawing deliverable schedule and demonstrates an understanding of the evolution of the development and construction process
  • Assess site utility conditions and facilitate coordination between utility companies and design consultants
  • Review project amenity programming and design to ensure market and Milhaus conditions are being met
  • Assist development team in entitlements and approvals by ensuring all deliverables are provided and Milhaus standards are achieved
  • Review and vet design changes and potential additional costs during construction based on drawing conflicts or shortcomings
  • Champion permitting by ensuring all documents are submitted and pushed through for approval
  • Other duties as assigned.


Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent, ideally specializing in architecture, engineering, civil engineering or construction management is required
  • Significant applicable work experience in real estate development, investment, planning, or construction (preferably in multi-family development)
  • Ability to work independently and efficiently manage time / workload
  • Ability to read and review Construction Documents
  • High level understanding of construction pricing to help inform design decisions
  • Knowledge of project design evolution
  • Ability to effectively direct and manage 8-12 consultants for each project and lead a meeting with 8-10 attendees
  • Ability to interpret an extensive variety of instructions and deal with several abstract and concrete variables
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and tactfully negotiate priority with end users
  • Knowledge of various operating systems and software products (e.g. Microsoft Office, Bluebeam Revu, etc.), is required.
  • Ability to work under deadline pressure and extra hours if needed.

Benefits
  • Health, Vision, & Dental Insurance
  • HSA account with employer match of $500/FSA for dependent care
  • Short-Term Disability
  • Company Paid Long-term Leave
  • Disability and Life Insurance
  • 401K Match
  • 4 weeks accrued PTO
  • 11 Paid Holidays
  • 30% discounts on apartments
  • Tuition/Certification Reimbursement
  • Wellness Bucks Program
  • Wellness Program and Competitions
  • Paid Maternity & Paternity Benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Pet insurance
  • More!

We stand as one team dedicated to transforming neighborhoods. Through transparency and collaboration, we empower our people to lead. Bikes are our allies; local food is our craving and entrepreneurship inspires us. First impressions are set by our energy and passion, not suits and ties. We embrace the changing ideal of what people call home.

Integrity. Execution. Innovation. Collaboration.

By joining us at our corporate office in downtown Indianapolis or onsite at one of our many properties, you'll be provided the opportunity to grow your career and become part of a team that truly makes a difference.