Graphic Design & Brand Manager

Graphic Design & Brand ManagerThe Graphic Design & Brand Manager leads the visual identity and brand consistency of the company across project marketing materials, proposals, internal communications, and digital platforms. This role serves as a player-coach (approximately 40% hands-on design / 60% team leadership), managing both the design team and the overall design function.Responsible for team development, workload prioritization, capacity planning, scheduling, processes, and design tools, the Graphic Design & Brand Manager partners closely with the Creative Director to establish long-term department goals and ensure the Consigli brand is expressed consistently and effectively across all strategic initiatives. This position combines brand strategy, creative leadership, and hands-on design execution, overseeing a team of designers while contributing to high-priority projects.Responsibilities / Essential FunctionsLead, mentor, and develop a team of designers, including assigning work, setting priorities, providing feedback, and conducting performance reviews.Maintain and evolve brand guidelines across all touchpoints, including proposals, signage, digital platforms, print materials, and apparel.Refine design standards, quality control measures, and review processes to ensure consistent, high-quality output.Manage workflow and team capacity across multiple concurrent projects and competing deadlines.Direct the design and production of marketing collateral, including project case studies, presentations, brochures, signage, and business development pursuit materials.Oversee visual content for the website, digital platforms (Ceros, Mailchimp, etc.), social media, and internal communications.Manage relationships with external vendors, including printers, signage providers, and software partners.Ensure brand consistency across regional offices, project sites, and company communications.Develop templates and design systems that enable non-designers to create brand-compliant materials.Key SkillsExcellent project management skills with the ability to prioritize, delegate, and manage multiple deadlines across departments.Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with executives, business development leaders, and internal stakeholders.Required Experience7-10 years of experience in graphic design and brand management, ideally within the AEC (architecture, engineering, and construction), real estate, or B2B industries.Proven experience leading and developing a team of designers, including hiring, coaching, and performance management.Strong portfolio demonstrating both brand strategy, brand systems, and applied design work.Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop), PowerPoint, and Microsoft Office applications.Experience using Ceros or similar interactive design platforms, or the ability to learn quickly.Experience designing for both print and digital media, including large-format signage and environmental graphics.Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.