Intermediate Architect | Deputy Design Manager

Careerpoint Staffing

The Role

Overview

Assist Design Manager in delivering multi‑billion‑dollar NYC design‑build projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • design coordination
  • technical management
  • package delivery
  • documentation control
  • design review
  • progress reporting

Tasks

The Deputy Design Manager will be responsible for supporting the Design Manager in ensuring the delivery of the building designs by the selected Design-Build team. You will manage and instruct the selected Design-Build team, in collaboration with internal and external design consultants, and report project progress to DDC. -Assist in the coordination of design submittals, design presentations, and design charrettes reviews with internal project stakeholders. -Assist in the management of the multidisciplinary design elements of the buildings, tracking designer technical performance and making appropriate technical responses. -Support the delivery of the work packages to the required scope, quality, schedule and cost. -Assist in ensuring that the processes and activities being managed are appropriately documented with appropriate records maintained and quality controls applied. -Assist in coordinating Subject Matter expert advice. -Assist in ensuring that the design documentation covers the scope of work required by the Client and is produced to agreed standards, schedule and budget. -Support the Design Lead in ensuring that all designs and systems are designed in compliance with defined project requirements and goals. -Assist in the management of the design review process with authorities having jurisdiction. -Support the evaluation of design-builder progress against scope, quality, schedule cost and implement corrective action as needed. -Provide technical design guidance and review integration of the designs with other design packages. -Assist in planning for effective project implementation, identifying key issues and effectively contribute to the project’s technical planning process.

Requirements

  • 5+ years
  • bachelor’s
  • problem solving
  • team building
  • client-facing
  • nyc agencies

What You Bring

The Deputy Design Manager must possess excellent communication and team building skills and the ability to work proactively, independently, collaboratively, and with full transparency, as required by the DDC and the projects. -Strong problem recognition and proactive resolution skills -Previous experience working with New York City agencies preferred -Ability to regularly work independently and as part of a team -A demonstrated commitment to continuous focused learning and skill development, including emerging technologies and tools -5+ years of relevant experience -Strong organizational skills -Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction or a relevant field of study -Strong verbal and written skills in a client-facing capacity, including high level political acumen -Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality at all times

The Company

About Careerpoint Staffing

-Founded in 2010 by Robin McFadden to bridge a gap in placing architects, engineers, and construction professionals in the tri‑state area. -Operates as a 100% woman‑owned business with deep focus on AEC (Architecture, Engineering, Construction) recruitment. -Specializes in contract, temporary, temp‑to‑perm and direct‑hire across Building Engineering, MEP, Civil, Structural, Electrical, HVAC and more. -Works nationwide with hundreds of architecture and engineering firms—from boutique practices to enterprise organizations. -Manages everything from candidate sourcing to salary negotiation and start‑date coordination, reducing hiring friction. -Distinctive approach ensures tailored matches: candidates only hear about roles that truly fit their skills and goals. -Their team’s insider knowledge of MEP and AEC sectors ensures both efficiency for clients and career‑advancing placements for candidates.

Sector Specialisms

Architecture

Landscape Architecture

Interior Design

Engineering

Construction