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Owner Services for Large, Complex, and Socially Important Construction
The Role
Manage architectural design and construction planning for complex projects on behalf of owners. Coordinate clients, stakeholders, architects, contractors, and consultants across programming, procurement, design, pre-construction, bidding, and construction. Monitor cost, schedule, quality, and alignment with project goals; lead workshops, meetings, design reviews, field walks, and mock-up reviews. Support implementation plans, proposal development, and project communications. Travel to project sites and offices up to 25% of the time.
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Position: Design Manager (Owner’s Representative / Architect)
Location: Hybrid / Southern California (Primarily Remote)
Hiring Range: $95,000 - $125,000
Position Summary:
The Design Manager will support the envisioning and design management of large, complex construction projects and through all phases of work including project definition, procurement, design, pre-construction, bid/award, and construction. They will work with project leadership to envision, plan, evaluate, and maintain oversight over the planning, programming and design work to successfully deliver a project that meets the client’s goals and objectives.
Duties & Responsibilities:
About MOCA Systems, Inc.:
MOCA Systems, Inc. (MSI or MOCA) is a leading services and software provider for the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction industry. MSI delivers innovative solutions to Owners, Engineers, Architects, and Contractors working on some of the world’s largest, most complex construction projects. A profitable firm with offices across the United States and partners around the globe, MSI’s services and technology offerings ensure that projects are delivered on time and on budget and fulfill all Owner expectations. To learn more, visit mocasystems.com.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:
MOCA Systems, Inc. (“MSI”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of any kind: MSI is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment-related activities at MSI are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, medical condition, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), veteran status, or marital status (except where certain characteristics are essential bona fide occupational requirements or where a disability is a bona fide occupational disqualification), or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. MSI will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. MSI encourages applicants of all ages.
Location: Hybrid / Southern California (Primarily Remote)
Hiring Range: $95,000 - $125,000
Position Summary:
The Design Manager will support the envisioning and design management of large, complex construction projects and through all phases of work including project definition, procurement, design, pre-construction, bid/award, and construction. They will work with project leadership to envision, plan, evaluate, and maintain oversight over the planning, programming and design work to successfully deliver a project that meets the client’s goals and objectives.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Support the execution in the delivery of services for a variety of complex projects, including services such as visioning sessions, stakeholder workshops, test-fitting, feasibility studies, conceptual design, programming, master planning, architect and contractor procurement, and design management.
- Fosters a collaborative environment with peers and project teams. Maintain positive and trusted client, consultant, architect and contractor relationships.
- Maintain an open dialogue with the client and its stakeholders for continuous and effective communication and to obtain a common understanding of project status, progress, and expectations.
- Support leadership and the project team to meet the client’s vision and ensure positive outcomes for our clients and their construction projects.
- Supports project leadership to ensure optimal performance on projects assigned. Assist in the execution of approved plans while maintaining proper controls. Reports on progress relative to the established cost, schedule, and quality standards while adhering to project standards.
- Participates in project client and stakeholder meetings and prepare content and meeting minutes.
- Supports leadership in business development proposal response and interview activities.
- Collaborates with leadership in the facilitation of client workshops, developing relevant content and documenting findings.
- Assists in the development of Comprehensive Implementation Plans in collaboration with leadership, to serve as the vision and project guide for the future design and construction teams.
- As an agent of the owner, assists in the management of the design and construction teams to stay in “continuous alignment” with the original vision or implementation plan established at the beginning of the project. Keeps the project leadership and owner apprised of project progress and works with various team members and stakeholders to bring project issues back into alignment with the original comprehensive implementation plan.
- Provide Design Management including working with the project design team to finalize and manage the design process. Attend design meetings and maintain meeting minutes to ensure contract accountability.
- Attend field walks and mock-up reviews to ensure the project is being constructed to the level of quality and craftsmanship required to meet the owner’s expectations.
- Periodic travel, upwards of 25%, to project sites, client offices, and MSI offices to meet with clients and team members.
- NCARB accredited Bachelor’s degree in architecture and a minimum of six (6) years as a practicing architect involved in planning, design and construction.
- Registered Architect in the State of California and active license desired.
- Other industry accreditations or certifications such as LEED AP, DBIA, PMP or CCM desired.
- Experience in all phases of work required.
- Candidate must possess the following abilities:
- Organizational and project management skills.
- Problem-solving and analytical skills
- Prioritize work and successfully meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Set priorities and work in a group environment or independently.
- Be client focused and detail oriented.
- Assist in the management of projects to produce results on time and within budget.
- Communicate to and brief leaders.
- Have working knowledge of Microsoft products including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
- Have working knowledge of design software including Rhino, Enscape, Revit, Adobe Creative Suite and Bluebeam Revu.
- Proposal development, support and writing skills.
About MOCA Systems, Inc.:
MOCA Systems, Inc. (MSI or MOCA) is a leading services and software provider for the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction industry. MSI delivers innovative solutions to Owners, Engineers, Architects, and Contractors working on some of the world’s largest, most complex construction projects. A profitable firm with offices across the United States and partners around the globe, MSI’s services and technology offerings ensure that projects are delivered on time and on budget and fulfill all Owner expectations. To learn more, visit mocasystems.com.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:
MOCA Systems, Inc. (“MSI”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of any kind: MSI is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment-related activities at MSI are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, medical condition, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), veteran status, or marital status (except where certain characteristics are essential bona fide occupational requirements or where a disability is a bona fide occupational disqualification), or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. MSI will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. MSI encourages applicants of all ages.
Skills Required
- NCARB-accredited bachelor's degree in architecture
- Minimum six years of experience as a practicing architect involved in planning, design, and construction
- Registered Architect license in California
- Experience across all phases of architectural and construction work
- Organizational and project management skills
- Problem-solving and analytical skills
- Ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Client-focused and detail-oriented approach
- Ability to assist in managing projects delivered on time and within budget
- Ability to communicate with and brief leaders
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint
- Working knowledge of Rhino, Enscape, Revit, Adobe Creative Suite, and Bluebeam Revu
- Proposal development, support, and writing skills
- LEED AP, DBIA, PMP, or CCM certification
- Resume and portfolio or work sample
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The Company
What We Do
MOCA Services is a full-service provider, delivering expert solutions for Owners in the design and construction industry. Our proven programs guide projects from ideation to occupancy, ensuring success through every phase. With a focus on relationships and results, we drive on-time, on-budget, and on-scope delivery of large, complex, and socially significant projects. MOCA Services provides comprehensive expertise across government, institutional, and commercial construction, including Owner’s representation, cost and schedule management, planning and programming, Facility Condition Assessments, economic services, and MOCA911 project rescue. With MOCA Services, Owners gain certainty in execution, ensuring projects are delivered efficiently and profitably. Our work spans industries across the U.S. and worldwide, serving federal and state agencies, local governments, K-12 schools and universities, transportation, and corporate and commercial sectors. We have a 90% success rate in delivering projects on budget and schedule while meeting Owner expectations. Our approach provides end-to-end project support, aligning all team members with the Owner’s vision from the start of a project through construction and occupancy. Consistently ranked as a Top 100 Construction Management Firm by Engineering News-Record (ENR), MOCA Services brings expertise, reliability, and a results-driven approach to every project, making us the trusted partner for Owners who demand success. MOCA Services and Touchplan are both divisions of MOCA Systems, Inc. (MSI), delivering comprehensive solutions for the construction industry. MOCA Services provides expert project management and consulting, while Touchplan, MSI’s premier software platform, empowers teams with real-time production planning and analytics to drive efficiency on large and complex construction projects.
