Design Director jobs in Saint Paul, MN

Design Director directs and oversees CAE technical and team capability to support product, component, or structure design. Provides expertise and technical leadershipfor benchmarking, concept design, prototype development, simulation, testing protocols, and optimization utilizing CAE design and analysis techniques and tools. Being a Design Director develops and optimizes CAE methodology, including guidelines and standards, to increase design process efficiency. Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering. Additionally, Design Director typically reports to senior management. The Design Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. To be a Design Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Director of Design
  • Walker Consultants
  • Minneapolis, MN FULL_TIME
  • Director of Design Services
    Work Location: Minneapolis, MN
    Employment Type: Full-time regular
    About This Opportunity
    The Director of Design Services is responsible for overseeing the production of projects and growing our Design practice; assisting in the management of the office with the goals of meeting the annual business plan goals and continually improving service to our clients, and participating in the marketing/sales for the office.
    Successful candidates for this opportunity are Licensed Professional Engineers, Structural Engineers, and/or Architects with an entrepreneurial spirit, leadership experience, and competency in managing design projects that are large and complex. As you work alongside Walker's staff, you will be able to grow in your career, make an impact on the projects you work on, and exercise your expertise.
    Responsibilities
    • Manage projects, staff, overhead, and marketing efforts to achieve department or office profit targets.
    • Manage quality assurance within the office.
    • Assists in the planning, budgeting, scheduling, conducting, or coordination of detailed phases of the design work on a project.
    • Serves as lead parking designer of complex projects.
    • Lead and manage staff and department/office to maximize and streamline the effectiveness of the team.
    • Encourage and support the professional development of staff through internal and external training.
    • Coach, mentor and evaluate the performance of direct reports.
    • Proactively seek opportunities to target and court potential hires, i.e., conventions, project work, employee referrals, etc.
    Qualifications and Competencies
    Education Requirements:
    • Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, and/or Architecture.
    Other Requirements:
    • 10 years of project engineering or architecture and management experience.
    • Licensed Professional Engineer (PE), Structural Engineer (SE), and/or Architect (RA).
    • Experience in the design and construction of parking garages.
    • Strong knowledge of engineering, architecture, and building design.
    • Strong computer, writing, communication, and team skills are necessary
    • Demonstrated managerial skills.
    • Demonstrated ability to review work of others.
    • Demonstrated ability to build and maintain clients.
    Benefits of Joining Walker
    As a skilled member of the Walker family, you will be given the opportunity to grow and develop your skills surrounded by committed, talented and enthusiastic co-workers. In addition to competitive compensation, as a full-time employee, Walker offers vacation retreats, tuition, and licensure reimbursement, 401(k) match and HSA employer contribution, commuter benefit accounts, medical, dental, vision insurance, and more!
    Who We Are
    Walker is a 100% employee-owned company of many capabilities offering professional services to clients in the private and public market sectors. Walker maintains a strong foundation as an industry leader in all aspects of parking planning, design, engineering, restoration, and consulting that encompass operations, technology, and mobility solutions engaging a wide spectrum of specialists and renowned experts who have been advancing standards in the industry for several decades.
    However, our abilities reach far beyond just parking and include highly experienced advisors in forensics who provide investigative assessments, creative repair solutions, and litigation support on all types of facilities around the world impacted by natural events as well as design or construction defects.
    Additionally, we are among the largest providers of restoration and building envelope services in the industry. The combination of our structural engineering design excellence, building science experts, and vast geographic presence makes Walker the first choice for these services throughout the country.
    Walker Consultants is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We invite all qualified applicants to apply and do not discriminate against individuals because of their race, color, religion, national origin, gender, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or age.
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Group Creative Director, Design
  • Stagwell Global, LLC
  • Minneapolis, MN FULL_TIME
  • Job Overview With the soul of a boutique and the capabilities of an integrated agency, 10 Thousand Design is an award-winning practice joined at the hip with creative powerhouse Colle McVoy. We design...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Client Service Representative for Web Design Agency (Part-Time, Hybrid)
  • Plaudit Design
  • Saint Paul, MN PART_TIME
  • PlauditWith over 25 years of expertise, Plaudit specializes in website design, site management, and Internet marketing. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional service and innovative solutions.Yo...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Design/Build Consultant (Remodeling Sales)
  • Murphy Bros Design Build Remodel
  • Minneapolis, MN FULL_TIME
  • Murphy Bros. Design | Build | Remodel, one of the top remodeling companies in the Twin Cities area, has an immediate opening for a Design Build Consultant. Murphy Bros. is currently celebrating 39 yea...
  • 23 Days Ago

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Fertilizer Technician
  • Southview Design
  • Saint Paul, MN FULL_TIME
  • Goal: Provide technical support for safe and efficient delivery of required nutrients and chemical pesticides essential for proper growth and development. Duties: Identify and diagnose turf and landsc...
  • 2 Days Ago

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Line Trimmer
  • Southview Design
  • Saint Paul, MN FULL_TIME
  • Goal: A Line Trimmer’s goal is to safely maintain the landscape of a large commercial property. A line trimmer also strives to understand process and improve skills. Description: As Line Timmer, you w...
  • 2 Days Ago

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Electrical Group Leader (MEP - Remote)
  • NV5
  • Saint Paul, MN
  • Overview: NV5 (NASDAQ: NVEE) provides engineering and consulting services to public and private sectors, delivering solu...
  • 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Graphic Design Associate - Twin Cities Orthopedics
  • Twin Cities Orthopedics
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • The Graphic Design Associate is a creative problem solver with an appreciation and passion for design with a strong emph...
  • 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Assistant Teacher
  • MINIAPPLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL
  • Saint Paul, MN
  • Job Description Job Description Miniapple Int’l Montessori is proud to have a dedicated and enthusiastic staff of early ...
  • 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Senior Designer
  • Maud Borup Inc
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • Job Description Job Description Company Summary We create seasonal and everyday sweets, snacks, and food gifts for retai...
  • 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Designer MN
  • Periscope
  • Saint Paul, MN
  • GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB We are seeking a talented and motivated mid-Level graphic designer with packaging experience to j...
  • 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Designer MN
  • Periscope
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB We are seeking a talented and motivated mid-Level graphic designer with packaging experience to j...
  • 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Technical Director and Production Manager, Theater
  • Augsburg University
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • Company Description Augsburg University has maintained a strong academic reputation defined by excellence in the liberal...
  • 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Section Leader - Minneapolis
  • CGI
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • Section Leader - Minneapolis Category: Project Management Main location: United States, Minnesota, Minneapolis Position ...
  • 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

Saint Paul's history and growth as a landing port are tied to water. The city's defining physical characteristic, the confluence of the Mississippi and Minnesota Rivers, was carved into the region during the last ice age, as were the steep river bluffs and dramatic palisades on which the city is built. Receding glaciers and Lake Agassiz forced torrents of water from a glacial river that undercut the river valleys. The city is situated in east-central Minnesota. The Mississippi River forms a municipal boundary on part of the city's west, southwest, and southeast sides. Minneapolis, the state's ...
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Income Estimation for Design Director jobs
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Saint Paul, Minnesota area prices
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