Entry Level Design Manager Jobs
New grad design manager jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong portfolio or internship work can carry more weight than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Construction & Real Estate, Consulting & Professional Services, and Retail, with employers like CBI, CRB, and HDR hiring at this level now.
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Top stateCalifornia
Top employerCBI
Top citySan Jose, CA
Work type63% On-site
Top industryConstruction
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Design Execution Project Manager
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CBRE
Design Execution Project Manager
Indianapolis, Indiana
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Design Manager
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Fluidstack
Design Manager
Austin, Texas
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Assistant Project Manager - Design
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CRB
Assistant Project Manager - Design
Rockville, Maryland
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Design Integration Manager (Design-Build) - Gary, IN
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AECOM
Design Integration Manager (Design-Build) - Gary, IN
Gary, Indiana
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Senior Manager, Instructional Design and Labeling Operations
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Amgen
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Design Execution Project Manager
CBRE·Indianapolis, Indiana
Job functions:
1+ yr exp.
National Council of Architectural Registration Boards Certification
Full Time
10,000+ employees
Job Description
About the role The Design Project Manager will be responsible for assisting in managing the design process from campus planning/basis of design stage through issuance of construction drawings. This includes building matrixed design teams from the client's internal design and external design services partners/providers, facilitating the creation of a shared plan for the execution, and oversight of construction administration services provided by the external design team in support of construction activities. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of design and building construction, in addition to excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
This role will require travel throughout the Indianapolis metro area as needed.
What you’ll do
Develop and assist in planning and kickoff workshops with internal & external stakeholders;
Assist with design reviews in partnership with external partners;
Assist in authoring scopes of work for contracts and gain buy-in from internal stakeholders;
Issue, administer, track contracts;
Define and track deliverables from various parties;
Track of cost, schedule, progress and scope; Provide dashboard reporting on cost, schedule, scope and progress;
Change management for project scope and design contracts;
Support the owner’s design change management process;
Complete quality checks of design issues in the BIM environment;
Facilitate technical decisions in-line with project needs;
Coordinate design activities with procurement and construction;
Assist clear and transparent communication with all internal stakeholder and external partners;
Quality check the issuance of engineering information to the right party, at the right time, in the right format; and
Assist in project close out to align final documentation with design partners and contractors. What you’ll need
Bachelor's Degree preferred with 5-8 years of relevant experience. In lieu of a degree, a combination of experience and education will be considered. LEED AP, PMP, and/or CCM designation(s) preferred.
Professional licensure (PE, NCARB, RA, or equivalent) is preferred.
Prior experience with data center design and/or construction preferred. Examples of design and/or construction of acceptable non-data center projects: healthcare (hospitals), large commercial (high rise), laboratory, manufacturing facilities (fabs), high power (power plants)
Minimum 1 years of design project management experience is required
3+ years of experience in design and/or construction project management is preferred
Strong experience in understanding design principles and practices
Intermediate understanding of construction principles and practices
Experience managing and coordinating project teams
Experience in the preparation of project plans, specifications
Experience drafting scopes of work
Experience with government regulations, entitlements a plus
Experience in managing multiple projects simultaneously
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong leadership and organizational skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team Disclaimer: Please be advised that effective January 1, 2025, CBRE Project Management and Turner & Townsend have been consolidated into a single global business entity. As a candidate applying for a position, you should be aware that while your initial employment may be with CBRE Project Management, you will subsequently transfer to the newly formed entity that encompasses both organizations.
Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).
This role will require travel throughout the Indianapolis metro area as needed.
What you’ll do
Develop and assist in planning and kickoff workshops with internal & external stakeholders;
Assist with design reviews in partnership with external partners;
Assist in authoring scopes of work for contracts and gain buy-in from internal stakeholders;
Issue, administer, track contracts;
Define and track deliverables from various parties;
Track of cost, schedule, progress and scope; Provide dashboard reporting on cost, schedule, scope and progress;
Change management for project scope and design contracts;
Support the owner’s design change management process;
Complete quality checks of design issues in the BIM environment;
Facilitate technical decisions in-line with project needs;
Coordinate design activities with procurement and construction;
Assist clear and transparent communication with all internal stakeholder and external partners;
Quality check the issuance of engineering information to the right party, at the right time, in the right format; and
Assist in project close out to align final documentation with design partners and contractors. What you’ll need
Bachelor's Degree preferred with 5-8 years of relevant experience. In lieu of a degree, a combination of experience and education will be considered. LEED AP, PMP, and/or CCM designation(s) preferred.
Professional licensure (PE, NCARB, RA, or equivalent) is preferred.
Prior experience with data center design and/or construction preferred. Examples of design and/or construction of acceptable non-data center projects: healthcare (hospitals), large commercial (high rise), laboratory, manufacturing facilities (fabs), high power (power plants)
Minimum 1 years of design project management experience is required
3+ years of experience in design and/or construction project management is preferred
Strong experience in understanding design principles and practices
Intermediate understanding of construction principles and practices
Experience managing and coordinating project teams
Experience in the preparation of project plans, specifications
Experience drafting scopes of work
Experience with government regulations, entitlements a plus
Experience in managing multiple projects simultaneously
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong leadership and organizational skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team Disclaimer: Please be advised that effective January 1, 2025, CBRE Project Management and Turner & Townsend have been consolidated into a single global business entity. As a candidate applying for a position, you should be aware that while your initial employment may be with CBRE Project Management, you will subsequently transfer to the newly formed entity that encompasses both organizations.
Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).
CBRE
Design Execution Project Manager
Indianapolis, Indiana
Added 1w ago10,000+ employees
Job functions:
1+ yr exp.
National Council of Architectural Registration Boards Certification
Full Time
Job Description
About the role The Design Project Manager will be responsible for assisting in managing the design process from campus planning/basis of design stage through issuance of construction drawings. This includes building matrixed design teams from the client's internal design and external design services partners/providers, facilitating the creation of a shared plan for the execution, and oversight of construction administration services provided by the external design team in support of construction activities. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of design and building construction, in addition to excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
This role will require travel throughout the Indianapolis metro area as needed.
What you’ll do
Develop and assist in planning and kickoff workshops with internal & external stakeholders;
Assist with design reviews in partnership with external partners;
Assist in authoring scopes of work for contracts and gain buy-in from internal stakeholders;
Issue, administer, track contracts;
Define and track deliverables from various parties;
Track of cost, schedule, progress and scope; Provide dashboard reporting on cost, schedule, scope and progress;
Change management for project scope and design contracts;
Support the owner’s design change management process;
Complete quality checks of design issues in the BIM environment;
Facilitate technical decisions in-line with project needs;
Coordinate design activities with procurement and construction;
Assist clear and transparent communication with all internal stakeholder and external partners;
Quality check the issuance of engineering information to the right party, at the right time, in the right format; and
Assist in project close out to align final documentation with design partners and contractors. What you’ll need
Bachelor's Degree preferred with 5-8 years of relevant experience. In lieu of a degree, a combination of experience and education will be considered. LEED AP, PMP, and/or CCM designation(s) preferred.
Professional licensure (PE, NCARB, RA, or equivalent) is preferred.
Prior experience with data center design and/or construction preferred. Examples of design and/or construction of acceptable non-data center projects: healthcare (hospitals), large commercial (high rise), laboratory, manufacturing facilities (fabs), high power (power plants)
Minimum 1 years of design project management experience is required
3+ years of experience in design and/or construction project management is preferred
Strong experience in understanding design principles and practices
Intermediate understanding of construction principles and practices
Experience managing and coordinating project teams
Experience in the preparation of project plans, specifications
Experience drafting scopes of work
Experience with government regulations, entitlements a plus
Experience in managing multiple projects simultaneously
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong leadership and organizational skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team Disclaimer: Please be advised that effective January 1, 2025, CBRE Project Management and Turner & Townsend have been consolidated into a single global business entity. As a candidate applying for a position, you should be aware that while your initial employment may be with CBRE Project Management, you will subsequently transfer to the newly formed entity that encompasses both organizations.
Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).
This role will require travel throughout the Indianapolis metro area as needed.
What you’ll do
Develop and assist in planning and kickoff workshops with internal & external stakeholders;
Assist with design reviews in partnership with external partners;
Assist in authoring scopes of work for contracts and gain buy-in from internal stakeholders;
Issue, administer, track contracts;
Define and track deliverables from various parties;
Track of cost, schedule, progress and scope; Provide dashboard reporting on cost, schedule, scope and progress;
Change management for project scope and design contracts;
Support the owner’s design change management process;
Complete quality checks of design issues in the BIM environment;
Facilitate technical decisions in-line with project needs;
Coordinate design activities with procurement and construction;
Assist clear and transparent communication with all internal stakeholder and external partners;
Quality check the issuance of engineering information to the right party, at the right time, in the right format; and
Assist in project close out to align final documentation with design partners and contractors. What you’ll need
Bachelor's Degree preferred with 5-8 years of relevant experience. In lieu of a degree, a combination of experience and education will be considered. LEED AP, PMP, and/or CCM designation(s) preferred.
Professional licensure (PE, NCARB, RA, or equivalent) is preferred.
Prior experience with data center design and/or construction preferred. Examples of design and/or construction of acceptable non-data center projects: healthcare (hospitals), large commercial (high rise), laboratory, manufacturing facilities (fabs), high power (power plants)
Minimum 1 years of design project management experience is required
3+ years of experience in design and/or construction project management is preferred
Strong experience in understanding design principles and practices
Intermediate understanding of construction principles and practices
Experience managing and coordinating project teams
Experience in the preparation of project plans, specifications
Experience drafting scopes of work
Experience with government regulations, entitlements a plus
Experience in managing multiple projects simultaneously
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong leadership and organizational skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team Disclaimer: Please be advised that effective January 1, 2025, CBRE Project Management and Turner & Townsend have been consolidated into a single global business entity. As a candidate applying for a position, you should be aware that while your initial employment may be with CBRE Project Management, you will subsequently transfer to the newly formed entity that encompasses both organizations.
Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).
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Entry Level Design Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level design manager job?
Entry level design manager roles reward candidates who can show hands-on work over credentials alone. A portfolio demonstrating real projects, even from coursework, internships, or freelance work, gives you a concrete edge. Employers at this level also look for comfort with design tools, an eye for organizing a creative workflow, and the ability to communicate design decisions clearly to non-designers.
Which companies hire entry level design managers?
Companies hiring entry level design managers right now include CBI, CRB, and HDR, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a wide range of employers, including consumer brands, technology companies, and agencies that build junior design managers into their teams from the ground up.
Are there remote entry level design manager jobs?
Yes, though on-site and hybrid roles remain common at the entry level. About 38% of entry level design manager openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, so fully remote positions exist but are not the majority. Candidates open to on-site or hybrid arrangements will find the widest range of opportunities at this stage.
Are these new grad design manager jobs?
Yes, many of these roles are new grad and junior positions that welcome recent graduates and candidates with little or no professional experience. A new grad friendly posting typically welcomes zero to two years of experience, treats internship work or a strong portfolio as qualifying, and does not require prior people-management history. Look for language like 'entry level,' 'junior,' or 'recent graduates encouraged to apply.'
Which industries hire the most entry level design managers?
Entry Level design manager roles concentrate in Construction & Real Estate, Consulting & Professional Services, and Retail, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These sectors hire at the entry level because they maintain active in-house design functions and regularly build out junior talent to support growing creative and product teams.