Duties:Plans, organizes, and directs the design activities for the School Upgrade Program and criticalrepair projects. Functions as the lead design professional in the Design Department providingquality review, implementation of policy and procedures and interface and coordinates with theDivision of State Architects (DSA)Manages, develops, and coordinates the District’s design process for the Facilities Planningand Development Division to ensure that plans are within functional program, budgetary,environmental and legal requirementsManages multiple projects through interaction with Architects, consultants, and Districtpersonnel from project conception, through draft to final review, approval, and handoff toProject ExecutionOversees the building design process to ensure compliance with LAUSD’s standards andguidelines for the District by working with design professionals and various Districtadministrators to ensure that new and modernized structures meet both educational andbuilding standards requirementsEstablishes and follows a process to identify and select the architectural firm best suited foreach project based on the firms’ qualifications and ability to meet performance standardsProvides Architects with clear and consistent direction with regard to goals and objectives,standards, site, schedule, and budget for each projectEstablishes and follows an effective and efficient design review process to ensure that thedesign meets the overall goals and objectives for the project, provides maximum value fordollars budgeted, and are appropriate and enduring to meet the functional needs of the District,the local community, and the environmentEnsures that decisions are made in a timely mannerEnsures that all steps within the project are documented and that the documentation meetslegal requirementsReviews design changes submitted to ensure project remains within budgetRecommends architectural firm assignment from an established list of pre-qualifiedarchitectural firmsParticipates in community relations and outreach programs to create understanding andacceptance of District building projects design within the communityCoordinates with a host of professional staff who support the design function for the DistrictDevelops continuing education opportunities, i.e., seminars and workshops, to learn and shareup-to-date information on working with architects and contractorsCoordinates project activities with other District organizational branches and departments suchas the Office of the Environmental Health and Safety, A/E Design Services, Maintenance andOperations, School Occupancy Transitional Unit, Asbestos Technical Unit and Local DistrictsPerforms other duties as assigned10. Minimum Requirements
Please ensure you read the below overview and requirements for this employment opportunity completely.Required Experience:15 years full time paid professional experience managing the facilities design, or the planningand coordination of capital projects that includes the overall design, contract administration,cost estimating, and scheduling activities5 years of this experience must be with the design, planning and construction of educationalfacilities or similar public agenciesRequired Education:Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor’s degree in architecture orengineeringMaster’s degree in architecture or engineering is preferredPreferred Licenses and Certificates:A valid Certificate of Registration as an Architect by the California State Architectural Board orProfessional Engineer by the State Board for Professional Engineers and Land SurveyorsSalary dependent on education and experience. Salary range: $150K-$170K
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Senior Design Manager