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Design Manager (Indianapolis, IN)

Buckingham Senior Living Community

Indianapolis, IN · Posted April 2, 2026

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About the job

Overview

The Civil Design Manager will be responsible for setting design and architectural standards, reviewing architectural drawings for meeting those standards, guidance on design implications during pre-development and development phases, guidance on value management and project specifications, and adherence to design standards and programs. The Civil Design Manager will also assist the President and Senior Development Executive and other team members with miscellaneous design, development, CAD and graphics activities while supporting the organization’s mission, vision and values.

Qualifications

Training/Education

Architectural Degree

Valid Driver’s License

Experience

Minimum of five years of experience in the area of architectural design with demonstrated experience in the commercial development industry.

Computer literacy sufficient to operate computer graphic applications (Adobe Creative Suite, InDesign, Photo Shop, Flash, Dreamweaver, AutoCad, Revit, etc.), spreadsheet and word processing applications (Microsoft Office) and other business related software.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions:

Creates and oversees standards for architectural design and maintains brand design expectations, cost, schedule and operational requirements

Participates in the design vision for each development project in alignment with design strategy and standards

Responsible for site analysis and site planning processes

Reviews project site planning and product design

Manage the external design process through architects, consultants, contractors and vendors and assists in pricing as required.

Oversees predevelopment studies for projects

Creates and maintains the design standards for commercial spaces

Collaborates well with the in-house development, construction and management teams as well as government agencies, consultants, vendors and contractors.

Ensures company policies, procedures and guidelines are complied with in a professional manner and are demonstrated in all oral and written communications

Provides support for the development activities of the President, Vice President of Development, Senior Development Executive and other corporate personnel.

Travels on an “as needed” basis as dictated by performance goals, job description or as directed by supervisor

Other duties as assigned by supervisor

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