Position Type: Full time
State: VA
City: Arlington
Zip Code: 22203

Overview

AvalonBay Communities, Inc., an equity REIT, has a long-term track record of developing, redeveloping, acquiring and managing distinctive apartment homes in some of the best U.S. markets, and delivering outsized, risk-adjusted returns to shareholders. With equal parts experience and vision, we’ve established a leadership position rooted in our purpose of creating a better way to live and that is always focused on building value for the long term.

Creating a better way to live is the purpose that binds AvalonBay associates. We take that purpose seriously and expect you will as well. By focusing on collaboration, innovation, and taking ownership of our choices and actions, we act in ways that focus on creating value for our customers, investors and associates. Your positive, professional, and consistent personal interactions make AvalonBay a great place to work.

The Role

Shape the future of interior design at AvalonBay. We’re looking for a talented Design Manager to lead in-house design for our new development and renovation projects. From concept through construction, you’ll ensure every space reflects our commitment to quality, innovation, and functionality.

What You’ll Do

• Lead design for in-house projects, including new developments and renovations (Capital Projects and CapEx)

• Drive all phases of design: schematic design, design development, construction documentation, furniture specification, and construction administration

• Manage design processes to meet project schedules and budgets.

• Prepare and review construction documentation; oversee construction administration and design execution

• Select commercial grade furniture and manage procurement process

• Collaborate with internal teams and external consultants to deliver exceptional results

What We’re Looking For

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Interior Architecture, or Interior Design

• Experience: 8–12 years in Architecture, Interior Design, or related field

• Expertise: All phases of interior design, strong technical knowledge, and excellent communication skills

• Tools: Proficiency in Revit, Enscape, Adobe Creative Suite, AutoCAD, Bluebeam Revu, and MS Office

• Certifications: NCIDQ required; LEED accreditation preferred.

• Knowledge: Commercial codes and ADA regulations

• Other: Occasional U.S. travel

How AvalonBay Supports You

Additional Info

AvalonBay is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an inclusive and diverse work environment free of discrimination and harassment.  We believe that in order to achieve our purpose of creating a better way to live, we must recruit, develop and retain associates with a wide range of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives and create an environment that encourages all voices to be heard, understood and appreciated. With this we know we can do great things.

AvalonBay makes employment decisions without regard to a person’s race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation or related medical conditions), age, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including characteristics or testing), citizenship status, military or veteran status, or any other status protected by the law.

For California residents, if you elect to apply to AvalonBay you accept the AvalonBay California Personnel Privacy Notice (https://www.avaloncommunities.com/california-personnel-privacy-notice/)

Job ID JR105818