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As of Jul 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for internship design project manager in the United States is $97,123.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $69,500.00 and $118,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Internship Design Project Manager vs Design Coordinator?

AspectInternship Design Project ManagerDesign Coordinator
CredentialsRelevant coursework, some certifications preferredDesign or related degree, certifications optional
Work EnvironmentInternship setting, collaborative teams, project-basedOffice or studio, coordinating design activities
Employer & IndustryDesign firms, architecture, interior designDesign firms, architecture, interior design
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding internship roles, entry-level opportunitiesCoordinating design tasks, supporting project flow

The Internship Design Project Manager typically focuses on assisting with project planning and management during an internship, gaining hands-on experience. In contrast, a Design Coordinator handles the organization and coordination of design activities within a team. Both roles are common in design industries and often overlap in skills, but the internship role emphasizes learning and support, while the coordinator role involves more operational responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Internship Design Project Manager job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 97% Full Time, and 3% Part Time. Highlights an 90% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $97,123 per year, or $46.7 per hour.
Design Project Manager

Design Project Manager

Southland Industries Inc.

Port Washington, WI • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 10 days ago


Southland Industries rating

8.5

Company rating: 8.5 out of 10

Based on 27 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Position Summary

Provide leadership to the project team upon award of a contract including managing all aspects of a project’s design with Owners, Engineers, and Architects as required. Requires necessary financial and risk management reporting to internal management and the necessary business acuity to protect Southland Engineering’s interests while maintaining positive client relationships. 

Position Details

Client and Contract 

  • Develop and maintain continuous positive relationships with internal and external Clients and their representatives. 
  • Maintain a thorough understanding of the Owner contract and client Master Service Agreements 
  • Accountable for managing the overall execution of the Contract 
  • Closely monitors scope changes.  Communicates impact of changes (costs, schedule) to client in a timely manner.  

Project Execution 

  • Provide leadership to the project team upon award of a Contract.  
  • Responsible for ensuring all applicable corporate procedures and tools are followed / used on the project. 
  • Responsible for creating the project specific execution plan communicating the content with the team. This includes making updates as project conditions and requirements change. 
  • Clearly understands and communicates baseline scope of work to project team.  Keeps team updated as necessary with approved change orders.  
  • Owns manages, updates and communicates the project design schedule to the project team.  Ensures adequate time is allowed in schedule for QA and client review cycles to be properly conducted.  
  • Identifies and escalates potential project risks to the Managing Principal. 

Project Controls 

  • Works with Project Accounting to ensure budgets, forecasts, billings and accounts receivable are updated in COINS. 
  • Prepares required project status documents and leads discussion during monthly review meetings to include financial forecasts, revenue and margin projections, staffing projections, client relationship status and project overall status 

Qualifications 

  • B.S. in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management with 4-5 years of relevant experience. 
  • Excellent knowledge of project controls including but not limited to the following: 
  • Effectively monitoring the change management process. 
  • Develop engineering fee cost estimates with input from the respective discipline leadership 
  • Develop, monitor and manage project design schedules 
  • Develop, monitor and manage accurate project forecasts (manpower and cost) 
  • Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management.  
  • Ability to communicate effectively with general contractors/clients while exhibiting company core values. 
  • Ability to read and fully understand construction documents of all trades. 
  • Competent with general business writing and public speaking. 
  • Competent in basic computer skills to include Microsoft Office products (specifically Word, Excel, etc.) 
  • Strong knowledge of engineering industry. 
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. 
  • Knowledge of Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) and Lean Project Delivery methods preferred.  

Benefits

As a 100% employee-owned company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for you and your family:

  • 401(k) plan with 50% company match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% paid for employee)
  • Annual bonus program based upon performance, achievement, and company profitability
  • Term life, AD&D insurance, and voluntary life insurance
  • Disability income protection insurance
  • Pre-tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)
  • Paid parental leave
  • Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time
  • Training/professional development opportunities and company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses
  • Wellness benefits 

About Southland Industries

As one of the nation’s largest MEP companies, Southland Industries is built on the foundation of great people. Since 1949, we have put our people first, enabling growth, professional achievement, and innovation. If you want to join a fast-paced environment where you’re engaged, challenged, and valued, apply now to join our dynamic team.

To learn more about careers at Southland, explore our career opportunities, follow us on social media, and check out our website.

Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing our employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Southland Industries are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, family care or medical leave status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Southland Industries will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

Contingent Employment: All employment offers are contingent upon successful drug tests, background checks, and professional reference checks. Roles that include driving as an essential job duty will be required to have a successful Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR). We are not able to offer sponsorship of employment at this time.

External Agency Announcement: Its Southland Industries' policy not to accept candidate submissions from recruiting agencies without an active and authorized work order. Candidate ownership can only be established after a bona fide work order is issued by a member of the Southland Industries Talent Acquisition team and the candidate is appropriately submitted through our Applicant Tracking System (ATS).


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