Design & Planning Manager

Summary The Design & Planning Manager oversees the design process on a variety of commercial projects, working closely with executives at both Tenby Construction and Tenby Development to deliver high quality work throughout Central Ohio and beyond. This is a vital contributor to a high-performing team within a rapidly growing organization. Essential Job Duties Collaborate closely with development team to create design vision and strategy for each development project, primarily high-end tech‑flex industrial properties. Complete conceptual designs for new builds, additions, and tenant buildouts while considering cost and constructability issues. Thoroughly review all architectural drawings to minimize design risk, ensuring design standards, budget, schedule and operational requirements are met, all while minimizing scope creep. Lead the building design process from conceptual design development and code analysis through construction support, collaborating with internal development, construction, estimating, and operations teams throughout the design and construction process. Improve design quality, timelines, procurement strategies and materials selection in order to keep projects innovative and efficient. Develop and maintain relationships with consultants for architecture, civil, structural, MEP, landscape, and specialty design services. Submit for permits and respond to plan review comments and Collaborate with development team on zoning and entitlement efforts, as well as site analysis and site planning due diligence. Ideal Qualifications and Skills Bachelor’s degree in architecture, or related. Minimum of five years of experience in the area of architectural design or related field with demonstrated experience in the commercial development industry (industrial experience preferred). Proficiency in design and construction management software/tools. Strong understanding of design‑to‑budget, constructability, and risk. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across multiple. Results‑oriented with a keen ability to prioritize, manage time effectively, and handle multiple projects. Ability to manage project scope, budgets, and schedules while ensuring the highest quality. Self‑starter mentality with the drive to take ownership of projects and see them through to successful. Experience with design‑build projects is a plus, but not. #J-18808-Ljbffr