Design Project Manager Jobs in Georgia
Design Project Manager jobs in Georgia are in strong and consistent demand, with openings concentrated in architecture and interior design firms, commercial construction, technology companies, and creative agencies, at levels from coordinator through senior director. Atlanta anchors most of the hiring activity, with additional opportunity in Savannah and Augusta, and well-established employers such as Cox Enterprises, NCR Voyix, and Jacobs Engineering regularly seek design project managers to lead complex initiatives. Cross-industry specialties like UX and product design management, commercial interiors, and design operations are among the most sought-after in the Georgia market. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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This is an in-house position — no remote applicants
Job Description
We are seeking a highly organized, energetic and positive Project Coordinator to serve as the central point of contact for a high volume of graphic design projects.
This is a fast-paced, client-facing role that works closely with our clients, account managers and graphic design team to keep projects organized, moving and on deadline. The ideal candidate is an excellent communicator who genuinely enjoys working with people, stays calm and upbeat under pressure, and can successfully manage a large number of projects and competing deadlines at the same time.
You will be responsible for receiving incoming project requests, reviewing them for completeness, entering and organizing jobs within our project management system, assigning projects to the appropriate designers, communicating with clients and the internal team throughout the process, proofing completed work and delivering finished projects to clients.
This position is a great fit for someone who thrives in a busy environment, takes initiative, pays close attention to details and takes pride in providing an exceptional client experience.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary coordinator for incoming graphic design projects
- Receive and review a high volume of project requests via email and other communication channels
- Make sure all necessary content, specifications, assets and deadlines are provided before projects move into production
- Enter and maintain projects within our project management system
- Prioritize and delegate projects to the appropriate graphic designers based on workload, deadlines and project needs
- Monitor projects throughout the production process to help ensure deadlines are met
- Communicate professionally and proactively with clients via email and phone
- Coordinate between clients, account managers and the graphic design team to answer questions and keep projects moving
- Create estimates and assist with project setup and tracking
- Review and proof completed projects for accuracy before sending them to clients
- Deliver finished proofs and files to clients and coordinate revisions as needed
- Help identify potential scheduling issues, missing information or deadline conflicts before they become problems
- Maintain a positive, solutions-oriented approach even during high-volume and deadline-driven periods
- Provide a high level of responsiveness and customer service to our clients
- Jump in where needed to support the team and keep projects moving efficiently
Qualifications
- Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage a large volume of projects simultaneously
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Positive, professional and enthusiastic attitude
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive relationships with both clients and coworkers
- Detail-oriented with strong proofreading skills
- Strong sense of urgency and ability to prioritize effectively
- Proactive, dependable and comfortable taking ownership of responsibilities
- Ability to remain organized and composed when priorities shift or deadlines overlap
- Strong problem-solving skills and a willingness to go above and beyond to take care of clients
- Team player who communicates well and enjoys working collaboratively
- Experience in a creative agency, marketing agency, print production or graphic design environment is a plus
- Familiarity with graphic design terminology and production processes is a plus
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and Excel
- Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite and the ability to make minor file changes is a plus
- Comfortable working in a Mac-based environment
Schedule & Location
- Full-time, Monday through Friday
- 9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. with occasional flexibility to come in early or stay late during high-volume periods or to meet project deadlines.
- Must be available to work in our Buford, Georgia office
- Reliable commute to Buford, GA 30518 required
About Veugeler Creative
Founded in 2006, Veugeler Creative is an award-winning, full-service design and marketing agency located in Buford, Georgia. Our team of talented designers, web developers and marketing professionals works with clients across a variety of industries to create impactful brands, campaigns and creative work that help businesses connect with their audiences.
We are a collaborative, fast-paced team that values great work, strong relationships, initiative and exceptional client service.
Think you’d be a great fit for our team? Send us your cover letter, resume and references.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $35,000.00 - $45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Education:
- Bachelor's (Preferred)
Experience:
- Graphic design: 1 year (Preferred)
- Adobe Creative Suite: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
This is an in-house position — no remote applicants
Job Description
We are seeking a highly organized, energetic and positive Project Coordinator to serve as the central point of contact for a high volume of graphic design projects.
This is a fast-paced, client-facing role that works closely with our clients, account managers and graphic design team to keep projects organized, moving and on deadline. The ideal candidate is an excellent communicator who genuinely enjoys working with people, stays calm and upbeat under pressure, and can successfully manage a large number of projects and competing deadlines at the same time.
You will be responsible for receiving incoming project requests, reviewing them for completeness, entering and organizing jobs within our project management system, assigning projects to the appropriate designers, communicating with clients and the internal team throughout the process, proofing completed work and delivering finished projects to clients.
This position is a great fit for someone who thrives in a busy environment, takes initiative, pays close attention to details and takes pride in providing an exceptional client experience.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary coordinator for incoming graphic design projects
- Receive and review a high volume of project requests via email and other communication channels
- Make sure all necessary content, specifications, assets and deadlines are provided before projects move into production
- Enter and maintain projects within our project management system
- Prioritize and delegate projects to the appropriate graphic designers based on workload, deadlines and project needs
- Monitor projects throughout the production process to help ensure deadlines are met
- Communicate professionally and proactively with clients via email and phone
- Coordinate between clients, account managers and the graphic design team to answer questions and keep projects moving
- Create estimates and assist with project setup and tracking
- Review and proof completed projects for accuracy before sending them to clients
- Deliver finished proofs and files to clients and coordinate revisions as needed
- Help identify potential scheduling issues, missing information or deadline conflicts before they become problems
- Maintain a positive, solutions-oriented approach even during high-volume and deadline-driven periods
- Provide a high level of responsiveness and customer service to our clients
- Jump in where needed to support the team and keep projects moving efficiently
Qualifications
- Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage a large volume of projects simultaneously
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Positive, professional and enthusiastic attitude
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive relationships with both clients and coworkers
- Detail-oriented with strong proofreading skills
- Strong sense of urgency and ability to prioritize effectively
- Proactive, dependable and comfortable taking ownership of responsibilities
- Ability to remain organized and composed when priorities shift or deadlines overlap
- Strong problem-solving skills and a willingness to go above and beyond to take care of clients
- Team player who communicates well and enjoys working collaboratively
- Experience in a creative agency, marketing agency, print production or graphic design environment is a plus
- Familiarity with graphic design terminology and production processes is a plus
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and Excel
- Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite and the ability to make minor file changes is a plus
- Comfortable working in a Mac-based environment
Schedule & Location
- Full-time, Monday through Friday
- 9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. with occasional flexibility to come in early or stay late during high-volume periods or to meet project deadlines.
- Must be available to work in our Buford, Georgia office
- Reliable commute to Buford, GA 30518 required
About Veugeler Creative
Founded in 2006, Veugeler Creative is an award-winning, full-service design and marketing agency located in Buford, Georgia. Our team of talented designers, web developers and marketing professionals works with clients across a variety of industries to create impactful brands, campaigns and creative work that help businesses connect with their audiences.
We are a collaborative, fast-paced team that values great work, strong relationships, initiative and exceptional client service.
Think you’d be a great fit for our team? Send us your cover letter, resume and references.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $35,000.00 - $45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Education:
- Bachelor's (Preferred)
Experience:
- Graphic design: 1 year (Preferred)
- Adobe Creative Suite: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
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- Construction & Real Estate
What Georgia Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in design project manager jobs across Georgia.
- Bachelor's degree in design, architecture, or a related field required
- PMP or PMI certification strongly preferred by Georgia employers
- Three or more years leading cross-functional design or creative teams
- Proficiency in project management tools such as Asana, Jira, or Smartsheet
- Experience managing design deliverables within budget and timeline constraints
- Strong communication skills for coordinating between design, engineering, and business stakeholders
Design Project Manager Jobs in Georgia: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a design project manager in Georgia?
Most design project manager roles in Georgia require a bachelor's degree in graphic design, interior design, architecture, or a related field, combined with demonstrated project leadership experience. Georgia does not issue a state license for design project managers specifically, though interior designers seeking to use the protected title may pursue registration through the Georgia State Board of Architects and Interior Designers. Earning a Project Management Professional credential from PMI significantly strengthens candidacy with Georgia employers, particularly in Atlanta's large corporate and tech sectors.
How much do design project managers make in Georgia?
Design project managers in Georgia earn a median of about $102,140 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $58,290 for the lowest 10% to over $163,320 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire design project managers in Georgia?
Employers hiring design project managers in Georgia right now include AECOM, Jacobs, and DRMP, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Georgia's concentration of corporate headquarters, architecture firms, and technology companies in the Atlanta metro makes it one of the more active states for this role year-round.
Which Georgia cities have the most design project manager jobs?
Atlanta, Duluth, and Buford have the most design project manager openings in Georgia. Atlanta drives the bulk of demand through its dense cluster of Fortune 500 headquarters, national architecture practices, and growing technology sector, while Savannah's established design and architecture community tied to the Savannah College of Art and Design generates consistent regional openings, and Augusta's expanding healthcare and government contracting base adds further opportunity.
Are there remote design project manager jobs in Georgia?
Yes, and they are more common than in many fields. About 60% of design project manager openings tied to Georgia are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how much of the coordination, planning, and client communication in this role can be handled digitally. The most remote-compatible parts of the work include project tracking, stakeholder reporting, and design review cycles, while on-site presence is typically needed for client presentations or facility walkthroughs.
How can I get hired as a design project manager in Georgia with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is securing a coordinator or junior project manager role at a Georgia architecture, interior design, or creative agency and building toward full project ownership from there. Large Georgia employers like Cox Enterprises and major Atlanta-based design consultancies often bring in candidates from adjacent roles such as design coordinator, creative traffic manager, or marketing operations associate. A strong portfolio demonstrating organized project delivery, even from academic or freelance work, carries significant weight, and pursuing a PMI Certified Associate in Project Management credential before applying gives you a concrete credential to reference in applications.
Where can I find and apply to design project manager jobs in Georgia?
You can find and apply to design project manager jobs in Georgia on Migrate Mate, which lists current Georgia openings from employers actively hiring. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level, specialty, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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