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R&R INVEST INC
Architectural Manager
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What they do
A Civil or Architectural Designer or Drafter prepares detailed drawings for building plans and architectural designs. Creates drawings according to specifications provided by an architect, and uses computer-aided design and drafting technology.
$67,314 / year median in Iowa
+9% projected growth
Job Description
Job Description Job Description Job Description Who We Are At R&R Realty Group, we believe great spaces are built by great people. For more than 40 years, we've helped shape communities across Iowa and Nebraska through commercial, multifamily, retail, and industrial real estate. But what truly sets us apart isn't our properties, it's the culture we've built. We're a team that values collaboration, integrity, continuous improvement, and making a positive impact. Whether it's supporting one another, investing in professional development, giving back to our communities, or celebrating successes together, we believe people do their best work when they feel connected and supported. If you're looking for a place where you can grow your career, contribute meaningful work, and be part of a team that genuinely enjoys working together, we'd love to meet you. What You'll Do As our Architectural Manager, you'll play a key role in shaping R&R's built environment from early visioning through construction. You'll lead design efforts, collaborate across teams, and ensure projects meet the highest standards of quality, compliance, and creativity.
Key responsibilities include:
Lead architectural design efforts across capital projects and tenant improvements-from early visioning through construction documentation Collaborate with internal teams and stakeholders to translate business goals into functional, well-designed spaces Provide design direction and mentorship to our in-house interior design team (Spark Design) Partner with development, pre-construction, and brokerage teams to prioritize and execute projects Oversee and coordinate external architects, engineers, and consultants to ensure quality and consistency Review drawings, specifications, and project documentation to maintain high design and construction standards Serve as a resource on building codes, design best practices, and quality control Participate in design charrettes and contribute to build-to-suit and development opportunities Stay current on workplace and commercial design trends and bring forward new ideas and concepts Visit project sites and R&R properties as needed to support project success What Makes This Role Unique End-to-end project involvement- See your designs come to life from concept through completion Portfolio-wide impact
- Influence a wide range of commercial properties and development projects Collaborative environment
- Work cross-functionally with a highly engaged internal team Opportunity to lead
- Guide and grow an in-house design function What It Takes to Join Our Team Bachelor's degree in Architecture from an accredited program Licensed Architect (or ability to obtain licensure with company support) Experience leading or contributing to commercial architectural projects Why R&R Realty?
Salary Not Specified Location West Des Moines Iowa United States Job Overview Job Posted:
4 days agoJob Expires:
4w 1d Job Type Full Time Education Any Experience N/A Vacancies 1 Job Title Architect Job Function Design & Engineering Copy LinkBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Professional Development
- Fitness Centers/Gyms