About the role

AI summarised

The Design Manager at Apple oversees the design vision and execution for workplace projects across the Asia Pacific region. This role involves leading design partners, managing design approval processes, reviewing construction documents, and ensuring alignment with Apple’s design standards while fostering innovation in materials, furniture, and systems. The position requires strong leadership, technical design skills, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver projects on schedule and within budget.

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Key Responsibilities

Responsible for the internal design approval process at multiple phases of the projects
Accountable for the success of all design partners on the project design team
Review and comment on design and construction documents to ensure alignment with design standards/guidelines, while also developing unique conditions where required
Guide design direction, timely decision making, and all detailing for project including unique materials, furniture, and other systems
Oversee the quality of documentation from consultant(s) to ensure it is fully detailed and coordinated
Maintain an open dialogue with internal stakeholders, cross functional partners, and external parties to ensure project meets all established project parameters including schedule and budget
Coordinate prototypes, mock ups, and samples and comment accordingly
Organize, update, and archive all project design deliverables
Share lessons learned and provide feedback/suggestions to support standard and guideline development
Travel as required to project sites and mockups

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Industrial Design, or a related field
10 - 15 years of experience
Strong leadership skills
Proven design management experience working with internal and external cross-functional teams globally in corporate or workplace design environments
Ability to develop and convey compelling designs and describe considerations, implementation strategies, and overall design direction in a succinct manner
Successfully managed multiple projects/priorities concurrently in a fast-paced, high growth, and results driven environment
Understands how to navigate ambiguity to drive forward progress, decisions and results
Excellent communication, interpersonal and collaboration skills
Experienced in developing comprehensive presentations and documentation packages with excellent graphic, verbal, written, and presentation skills
Proficient in design (CAD/Revit), presentation, rendering, or similar tools
Ability to understand and interpret applicable building codes, local regulations, and regional laws including accessibility requirements
In-depth technical understanding of commercial construction and related trades / engineering disciplines
Advanced degree in Architecture or Design preferred
Experience managing vendors and consultants
Understands the commercial development process on the client-side
Licensed professional
Self-starter and capable individual contributor
Impeccable attention to detail