About Tenby

Tenby is a vertically integrated real estate development and construction partner dedicated to creating environments where business thrives. At Tenby, we deliver custom development solutions that go beyond construction. We create lasting value through strategic partnerships, thoughtful design, and efficient execution.

Tenby Partners is a vertically integrated property development and investment platform specializing in modern flex-industrial and build-to-suit spaces. Since 1997, the company has successfully executed over $1 billion in investments, with $350 million completed since 2019. Tenby Construction, an affiliate of Tenby Partners, excels in creating commercial spaces that combine functionality, purpose, and efficiency while maximizing ROI.

 Summary

The Design & Planning Manager oversees the design process on a variety of commercial projects, working closely with executives at both Tenby Construction and Tenby Development to deliver high quality work throughout Central Ohio and beyond. This is a vital contributor to a high-performing team within a rapidly growing organization.

Essential job duties include, but are not limited to:

• Collaborate closely with development team to create design vision and strategy for each development project, primarily high-end tech-flex industrial properties.
• Complete conceptual designs for new builds, additions, and tenant buildouts while considering cost and constructability issues.
• Thoroughly review all architectural drawings to minimize design risk management, ensuring design standards, budget, schedule and operational requirements are met, all while minimizing scope creep.
• Lead the building design process from conceptual design development and code analysis through construction support, collaborating with internal development, construction, estimating, and operations teams throughout the design and construction process.
• Improve design quality, timelines, procurement strategies and materials selection in order to keep projects innovative and efficient
• Develop and maintain relationships with consultants for architecture, civil, structural, MEP, landscape, and specialty design services.
• Submit for permits and respond to plan review comments and corrections.
• Collaborate with development team on zoning and entitlement efforts, as well as site analysis and site planning due diligence.

Ideal Qualifications and Skills :

1. Bachelor’s degree in architecture, or related field.
2. Minimum of five years of experience in the area of architectural design or related field with demonstrated experience in the commercial development industry (industrial experience preferred).
3. Proficiency in design and construction management software/tools.
4. Strong understanding of design-to-budget, constructability, and risk management.
5. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across multiple teams.
6. Results-oriented with a keen ability to prioritize, manage time effectively, and handle multiple projects simultaneously.
7. Ability to manage project scope, budgets, and schedules while ensuring the highest quality standards.
8. Self-starter mentality with the drive to take ownership of projects and see them through to successful completion.
9. Experience with design-build projects is a plus.

About Tenby

Tenby is a vertically integrated real estate development and construction company dedicated to creating environments where business thrives. At Tenby, we create lasting value through strategic partnerships, thoughtful design, and efficient execution. As both developer and builder, we are an accountable partner from concept to completion. This integrated approach allows for faster timelines, clearer communication, and a more streamlined process. With expertise in site acquisition, entitlements, design coordination, and construction management, we anticipate challenges early and keep projects moving smoothly. Our focus is on long-term performance because we know success depends on spaces that are built to work, adapt to change, and stand the test of time.

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