Senior Design Project Manager/ VP (Mixed-use & Commercial Development)

Overview Related Ross is transforming urban life in West Palm Beach and Palm Beach County, creating opportunity for all who live and work here. For over two decades the company has worked to develop dynamic neighborhoods that are innovative, vibrant and inclusive. With completed, in development and planned properties in West Palm Beach and new development activity emerging in Palm Beach County, Related Ross is making long‑term investments to transform and support local communities and build growth in the region. Related Ross is a West Palm Beach‑based organization that recently emerged as an independent entity from within Related Companies. Formed in 1972, Related Companies is the most prominent privately‑owned real‑estate firm in the United States with major developments across a premier portfolio valued over $70 billion. Related Ross believes in investing in its talent and cultivates a positive, team‑oriented environment where every voice is valued. Employees are encouraged to boldly take on new challenges, transcend the status quo, and demonstrate a strong entrepreneurial spirit. In its relentless commitment to excellence, Related Ross works to foster an innovative approach in its team members so that they can positively impact the communities in which they conduct business. Learn more about Related Ross at Responsibilities The Senior Design Manager will oversee all aspects of the design process for Related Ross’s large‑scale, mixed‑use master‑plan developments. They will lead the design and consultant teams, manage multi‑disciplinary consultants, and ensure design excellence from concept through project completion. The role demands a leader with deep commercial experience and the ability to guide complex projects through all phases of design, documentation, and construction administration. They will operate at a detailed, execution‑focused level, partnering closely with the Executive Vice President of Construction and internal teams to advance design documentation, manage consultant contracts, and drive day‑to‑day project delivery. They will select and directly contract with Architects of Record and consultants, maintaining full control over performance and accountability. They will lead coordination across all disciplines, enforce schedule and budget alignment, and proactively address coordination and financial risks. A strong QA/QC framework is essential, ensuring consistency, constructability, and alignment across all phases of design. They will report to the Executive Vice President of Construction, in close collaboration with the Executive Vice President of Development. Leadership & Oversight: Provide strategic leadership and direction to design and consultant teams for all phases of large‑scale mixed‑use master‑plan projects; foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and design excellence; liaise between development, construction, and design teams; represent Related Ross in high‑level coordination with architects and design firms. Design Process & Quality Control: Lead design management standards, processes, and quality controls from concept through construction documentation and project delivery; coordinate design deliverables in alignment with entitlement, permitting, and construction schedules; oversee all aspects of design documentation, construction administration, and design completion. Consultant & Contract Management: Prepare and negotiate consultant RFPs, contracts, and fee proposals; lead selection, negotiation, and management of architecture, engineering, and specialty consultant agreements; track consultant payment progress, invoices, and deliverables; manage changes in scope or budget. Design & Technical Coordination: Review and coordinate on consultant deliverables, ensuring alignment among architectural, structural, MEP, and systems designs; oversee the selection and integration of building systems to achieve performance and design objectives; ensure complete coordination before issuance; collaborate on cost estimating, constructability, and value engineering. Project & Stakeholder Management: Partner with development and construction teams; collaborate with operations, marketing, and leasing; manage and maintain design schedules; coordinate internal and external design reviews and secure approvals; record, track, and communicate action items from meetings. Qualifications Bachelor’s or master’s degree required, in Architecture preferably. 12–15+ years of experience in mixed‑use, office and/or retail design and project management. Proven experience managing large‑scale placemaking projects. Experience working with high‑profile architecture firms and overseeing design documentation and construction administration. Strong understanding of building codes, zoning, accessibility, and permitting processes. Florida market experience preferred but not required. Skilled in AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam, SketchUp, and other industry‑standard tools. Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills. Strategic thinker with hands‑on, detail‑oriented management style aligned with Related Ross’s collaborative culture. Benefits Personalized Health Care: Multiple medical, dental, and vision plan options; Employee Assistance Program. Financial Benefits: Competitive salary and incentive packages; matching 401(k); FSAs and HSA; employer‑paid life and AD&D insurance; paid leave and disability programs. Social Wellness: 19+ days of PTO; mental health counseling and resources; fertility, surrogacy, and adoption assistance; volunteer days and donation matching. Career Development: Learning and training programs; tuition and certification reimbursement; internal advancement opportunities. Equal Opportunity Employer We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are deliberate about the team and culture we are building. We aim to ensure competitive total compensation that is commensurate with experience, workplace geography, and market standards. For information about how we use your personal information, including information submitted for career opportunities, please review our Privacy Policy at #J-18808-Ljbffr Related Management Company