Simon's Furniture

Job Location

Corporate Indianapolis

Primary Purpose

The Design Manager is responsible for leading the planning and design of retail developments in alignment with Simon's business model and strategic objectives. The role collaborates closely with internal partners, including Development, Leasing, Operations and Project Management to define project goals and deliver coordinated design solutions. Working with the development team, this position manages the full design process through external architectural and engineering consultants, presenting recommendations to senior leadership and guiding approved direction through successful implementation.

Principal Responsibilities

• Design Leadership: Manage external AE consultants through the design process from concept through construction.


• Provide master planning input on mixed-use projects in Simon's real estate pipeline.


• Review consultant design concepts and construction drawings providing feedback, design suggestions and alternatives to assist in meeting Simon's goals for the Project.


• Participate in Value Engineering sessions to ensure that the overall design goals are met.


• Review and comment on construction submittals of major specialty design components.


• Ensure AE consultants are following Simon's design standards and operational initiatives.


• Working with Tenant Coordination, review and comment on tenant work letters and provide input on tenant criteria.


• Review tenant design drawings on assigned projects.


• Provide input and coordination assistance for the procurement and installation of all project fixtures, furnishings, and equipment.


• Review FFE purchase orders and submittals of any owner supplied items.


• Make necessary site visits for project meetings to review progress of construction and mock-ups, participate in resolving design related problems.

Design Management

• Develop project design scope, schedule, and budget for Architect/Engineer services.


• Actively seeks and solicits proposals from external consultants best suited for the assigned project.


• Prepare Request for Proposals (RFP) for new projects, evaluate responses and make selection with project team.


• Prepare consultant contracts and additional services, using Simon standard templates.


• Manage contracts through Simon's Project Management system.


• Review and approve consultants invoicing.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor of Architecture from a NAAB-accredited school.


• Architecture license and registration in at least one U.S. state preferred.


• Minimum of 10 years progressive AE industry experience, inclusive of 6 years commercial retail experience.


• Experience may include roles as project designer or project architect.


• Demonstrated ability to graphically communicate design solutions through hand sketching and computer 2D/3D modeling including: SketchUp or Rhino, CAD or REVIT, along with rendering engine experience including V-Ray or Enscape.


• Photoshop experience a plus.


• Experience coordinating engineering disciplines with architectural documentation.


• Knowledge of multifamily, and or hospitality market sectors a plus.

About Simon Property Group

Simon is a global leader in retail real estate ownership, management and development and an S&P 100 company (Simon Property Group, NYSE: SPG). Our industry-leading retail properties and investments across North America, Europe and Asia provide shopping experiences for millions of consumers every day and generate billions in annual retail sales. Our portfolio includes assets of national and international renown - proven assets that are the preferred location for retailers. In addition to our high quality properties, Simon is also known for our strong balance sheet, a long-tenured and well-respected senior management team, and our innovative spirit, as reflected in a 50 + year history of successful retail real estate development, management, and leasing. Simon was named Fortune's Most Admired Real Estate Company eight times. We have experienced an explosion of growth and innovation unprecedented in the industry and we look forward to Simon's future.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Simon is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. If you require assistance or need to request an accommodation due to a disability, please email CandidateAccommodations@simon.com. Please note this email is intended only for accommodation requests related to the application and interview process. Any other correspondence will not receive a response.