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Design Lead

Architectural DesignUpdated on Nov 11

Full-timeKøge, DenmarkNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

Extensive professional experience delivering complex, multi-site architectural programs and a demonstrated track record leading or mentoring a design team.
A degree in Architecture or Architectural Engineering, or equivalent evidence of exceptional ability.
Deep knowledge of the full design lifecycle for commercial or retail projects.
Expert proficiency in Autodesk Revit and BIM 360, including the ability to set BIM standards and audit team outputs.
Strong command of Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Creative Cloud, and full understanding of computer-aided design (CAD) and international drawing standards.
Working knowledge of local building codes, the European Accessibility Act, zoning regulations, and permit processes across the Western Region.
Ability to communicate complex design challenges to technical and non-technical audiences and manage stakeholders across internal teams and external partners.
Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects without sacrificing quality.
English language proficiency is required.

Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Design Managers; set clear direction, manage workload, and resolve design bottlenecks.
Own the full design lifecycle for complex or flagship projects, including feasibility, concept, design development, construction documentation, and post-handover review.
Produce and oversee high-quality, construction-ready Revit models and documentation sets with cross-discipline coordination.
Lead due diligence assessments on potential sites and drive remodel and expansion planning for existing Tesla locations.
Manage permit processes with external vendors and local authorities.
Establish and maintain regional design standards, BIM protocols, and drawing conventions aligned with Tesla standards.
Optimize performance and cost through value engineering.
Support cost estimations and bid packages.
Serve as the regional subject matter expert and primary design contact for internal stakeholders.

Desired Qualifications

Danish language proficiency.

Category	Construction & Facilities
Location	Køge
Requisition ID	284316
Type	Full-time

Job Description

The Design Lead bridges hands-on design execution and team leadership within Tesla’s Infrastructure Development organization. Reporting to the Regional Manager, you will guide and quality-assure the work of Design Managers across the Nordics & Baltics - ensuring every project from feasibility through construction handover meets Tesla’s design standards. You are an expert Revit practitioner and experienced people leader, equally comfortable producing precise documentation and coaching a team member through a complex permit submission.<br>

Job Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Design Managers; set clear direction, manage workload, and resolve design bottlenecks
Own the full design lifecycle for complex or flagship projects: feasibility, concept, design development, construction documentation, and post-handover review
Produce and oversee high-quality, construction-ready Revit models and documentation sets with seamless cross-discipline coordination
Lead due diligence assessments on potential sites and drive remodel/expansion planning for existing Tesla locations
Manage permit processes with external vendors and local authorities
Establish and maintain regional design standards, BIM protocols, and drawing conventions aligned to Tesla standards
Relentless focus on value engineering to optimize performance and cost
Support cost estimations and bid packages
Subject matter expert within the region - primary design contact for internal stakeholders

Job Requirements

Extensive professional experience delivering complex, multi-site architectural programs; demonstrated track record leading or mentoring a design team
Degree in Architecture or Architectural Engineering (or equivalent evidence of exceptional ability)
Deep knowledge of the full design lifecycle for commercial or retail projects
Expert proficiency in Autodesk Revit and BIM 360; able to set BIM standards and audit team outputs
Strong command of Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Creative Cloud; full understanding of CAD and international drawing standards
Working knowledge of local building codes, European Accessibility Act, zoning regulations, and permit processes across the Western Region
Clear communicator able to distil complex design challenges for technical and non-technical audiences; strong stakeholder management across internal teams and external partners
Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent projects without sacrificing quality
English required; Danish preferred

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