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New Development Design Manager
Upward On 🇺🇸 New York, New York, United States of America
The New Development Design Manager will oversee the design and development process from pre-development to project launch, ensuring that the product meets market demands. This includes reviewing architectural plans, advising on finishes, and coordinating with various teams throughout the project lifecycle.
Responsibilities
- Review architectural floorplans and provide feedback on layout, flow, proportions, and overall livability
- Advise on unit mix, bedroom configurations, and pricing strategy based on market data and comparables
- Identify design and functionality issues early and collaborate with architects to resolve
- Review and advise on interior finish packages, including kitchens, bathrooms, flooring, lighting, and appliances
- Ensure finishes align with target market, price point, and competitive positioning
- Contribute to overall design direction and assist in curating materials and palettes
- Advise on amenity mix, layout, and programming based on target renter/buyer profile
- Evaluate amenity strategy in the context of cost, usage, and market demand
- Support the development of lifestyle-driven offerings that enhance marketability
- Partner with developers, architects, and internal teams throughout the lifecycle of each project
- Prepare advisory materials, presentations, and recommendations for client use
- Conduct site visits during construction and model unit build-out
- Collaborate with marketing teams on positioning, messaging, and creative assets
- Assist with broker previews, launch events, and ongoing leasing/sales support
- Act as a point of coordination across teams to ensure alignment and execution
Requirements
- 3-7+ years of experience in new development, real estate, interior design, architecture, or a related field
- Direct experience working with floorplans, layouts, and interior finishes
- Strong understanding of the residential development lifecycle
- Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings
- Design-forward mindset with a strong understanding of what drives leasing/sales performance
- Strong communication skills with the ability to present ideas clearly and confidently
- Highly organized and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Proficiency with design and presentation tools (Adobe, Bluebeam, PowerPoint, etc.)
- Real estate license or willingness to obtain
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package
Key Skills
About Upward On
Upward On is a Talent Acquisition Firm that specializes in the Real Estate Industry. What sets Upward On apart from a traditional Executive Search firm is the personalized attention to the search, and the time taken to vet potential candidates before presenting to the employer. In addition to decades of personal relationships that have been cultivated, Upward On also has an impressive success rate at making successful and fruitful strategic partnerships between companies and employees.
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