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STV

Senior Design Manager/Architect

Los Angeles, CA · Hybrid

$179K - $205K/yr

STV is currently looking for a Senior Design Manager to join our Buildings team in our Los Angeles ... Prepare and review proposals, contracts, and consultant agreements. * Business Development related:

The Tsui Group

Senior Design Manager

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$178K - $183K/yr

... Senior Design Manager for a large educational client within Los Angeles County with the below ... design, contract administration, cost estimating, and scheduling activities * 5 years of this ...

Redwood Materials

Senior Design Manager

Mccarran, NV · On-site

Senior Design Manager Designing & building infrastructure, at record speed, is key to enabling us to scale worldwide. We are looking for a highly motivated Design Manager to join our Engineering ...

The Tsui Group

Senior Design Manager

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$178K - $183K/yr

... Senior Design Manager for a large educational client within Los Angeles County with the below ... design, contract administration, cost estimating, and scheduling activities * 5 years of this ...

The Tsui Group

Senior Design Manager

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$178K - $183K/yr

... Senior Design Manager for a large educational client within Los Angeles County with the below ... design, contract administration, cost estimating, and scheduling activities * 5 years of this ...

Lancesoft

Senior Design Manager

Carson City, NV · On-site

$80 - $100/hr

Senior Design Manager Location: Carson City, NV 89434 Duration: Temp To Permanent Pay Range: $80 - $100 on W2 * Designing & building infrastructure, at record speed, is key to enabling us to scale ...

ENGICON CM

Senior Design Manager

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$190K - $210K/yr

Fifteen (15) years full-time paid professional experience managing the facilities design, or the planning and coordination of capital projects that includes the overall design, contract ...

Cordoba Corporation

Senior Design Manager

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$150K - $160K/yr

We are seeking a Senior Design Manager to support our Facilities Sector. The ideal candidate will ... design, contract administration, cost estimating, and scheduling activities * 5 years of this ...

Dabri, Inc

Senior Design Manager

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

Position Overview Dabri, Inc. is seeking Senior Design Manager to support the Los Angeles Unified ... design, contract administration, cost estimating, and scheduling activities * 5 years of this ...

Cumming Group

Senior Design Manager

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

Our firm is currently looking for a dedicated Senior Design Manager with experience in educational ... contract administration, cost estimating, and scheduling activities. * Five (5) years of this ...

Cumming Group

Senior Design Manager

Los Angeles, CA

Our firm is currently looking for a dedicated Senior Design Manager with experience in educational ... contract administration, cost estimating, and scheduling activities. * Five (5) years of this ...

Element Consulting

Senior Design Manager

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$175K - $195K/yr

Manages, develops, and coordinates the District's design process for the Facilities Planning and ... design, contract administration, cost estimating, and scheduling activities * 5 years of this ...

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As of Jul 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for contract senior design manager in the United States is $97,101.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $49,000.00 and $136,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contract Senior Design Manager vs Contract Product Designer?

AspectContract Senior Design ManagerContract Product Designer
CredentialsTypically requires a bachelor’s or master’s in design, architecture, or related field; leadership experienceRequires a degree in design, graphic design, or related field; strong portfolio
Work EnvironmentLeads design teams, manages projects, collaborates with stakeholdersFocuses on creating visual and user experience designs, often independently or in small teams
Industry UsageUsed in architecture, construction, and large-scale design projectsCommon in digital, branding, and product development sectors

The Contract Senior Design Manager oversees design teams and manages large projects, often in architecture or construction. In contrast, the Contract Product Designer focuses on creating visual and user experience designs for digital products. While both roles require design credentials, their work environments and industry applications differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Contract Senior Design Manager job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 57% Full Time, 22% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 20% Contract. Highlights an 79% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 19% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $97,101 per year, or $46.7 per hour.

Senior Design Manager

The Greenridge Group

Los Angeles, CA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

The Greenridge Group is a prime contractor and consulting firm specializing in Project and Construction Management for major public-sector agencies.
Are you an experienced architect or engineer with a passion for leading complex educational facility projects? Join our team and play a key leadership role supporting the Los Angeles Unified School District's Facilities Services Division.
As a Senior Design Manager, you will oversee the planning, design, and coordination of major school modernization and capital improvement projects. You'll collaborate with architects, engineers, consultants, and District stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with California codes and LAUSD design standards.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead the design process for school modernization, capital improvement, and critical repair projects.
  • Manage multiple projects from planning and concept development through design completion and handoff to construction.
  • Coordinate architects, engineers, consultants, and District stakeholders throughout the design process.
  • Review design documents for quality, constructability, budget, schedule, and compliance with District standards.
  • Provide guidance to architectural firms regarding project objectives, schedules, budgets, and design expectations.
  • Coordinate with the Division of the State Architect (DSA) and ensure compliance with applicable codes and regulations.
  • Evaluate design changes and recommend solutions that maintain project scope and budget.
  • Assist in selecting architectural firms and managing consultant performance.
  • Collaborate with Environmental Health & Safety, Maintenance & Operations, Project Execution, and other District departments.
  • Participate in community outreach meetings supporting school improvement projects.
  • Mentor team members and promote continuous improvement in design practices.

Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Architecture or Engineering.
  • California Registered Architect or Professional Engineer license.
  • Minimum 15 years of professional experience managing facility design or capital improvement projects.
  • At least 5 years of experience supporting the design, planning, and construction of K-12 educational facilities.
  • Extensive experience managing architects, consultants, and multidisciplinary design teams.
  • Strong understanding of design management, contract administration, cost estimating, scheduling, and project delivery.
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Master's degree in Architecture or Engineering.
  • Experience with California public school construction programs.
  • Experience working with the Division of the State Architect (DSA).
  • Knowledge of California educational facility codes, regulations, and design standards.

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.

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