Sr Design Project Manager

About the Role

Responsible for the preconstruction process of design-build and design-assist projects. Manages project design and detailing schedule, monitors design development and detailing progress, and manages the financial aspects of the design contract to deliver high-quality projects within prescribed time frames and costs.

Responsibilities

• Manages larger, more complex design-build and design-assist projects, ensuring delivery of high-quality projects within prescribed time frames.
• Serves as Program Lead for multi-project programs with consistent Owner, General Contractor, or other design team entities.
• Develops and establishes strong client relationships.
• Coordinates with cross-functional teams, including discipline contractors and architects.
• Communicates and manages project goals and schedules with business development, engineering, estimating, and construction project management.
• Identifies, assesses, and manages risk in all project phases and participates in the creation of construction schedules to ensure alignment.
• Manages all financial aspects of design contracts (costs, billings, and collections) to maintain profitability goals and positive cash flow.
• Identifies, communicates, and proposes resolutions to conflicts.
• Provides conceptual estimating for cost impact studies or design optimization.
• Assists with the development of construction contracts, bringing awareness to financial impacts.
• Leads the development of standards, methods, processes, and procedures for the engineering department.
• Supervises and mentors design project managers and engineers to ensure compliance.
• Provides guidance on complex designs and technical issues.
• Develops and maintains resources for engineering, VDC, and detailing efforts.
• Develops and maintains document control, ensuring compliance with applicable requirements and standards.
• Identifies design, process, and equipment options that meet client requirements, minimize costs, and limit potential operational problems.
• Manages the design and/or coordination of QA/QC processes.
• Leads on-site field surveys to collect or deliver design and engineering data.
• Manages and executes early procurement of subcontractors, design partners, or equipment.
• Develops RFP’s to define scopes of work and schedules.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Construction Science, or equivalent technical training and related experience.
• 9+ years of progressive engineering or construction management experience.
• PE licensure preferred.
• Proficient project management skills, including the ability to conceptually plan construction projects from beginning to end.
• Excellent analytical and technical writing skills.
• Superior communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Advanced computer proficiency, including MS Office and familiarity with Autodesk Products and Revit.
• Ability to lead design charrettes and guide engineering teams to efficient project development.
• Ability to develop scopes of work for project development.
• Strong leadership and motivational skills to maximize team performance.
• Thorough understanding of corporate and industry practices, processes, and standards.
• Detailed understanding of MEP calculations, designs, building codes, standards, and system costs.
• Detailed understanding of BIM requirements and Project Life Cycle.
• Knowledge of Project Estimating (FEB, CEB).

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with 50% company match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% paid for employee).
• Annual bonus program based on performance, achievement, and company profitability.
• Term life, AD&D insurance, and voluntary life insurance.
• Disability income protection insurance.
• Pre-tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care).
• Paid parental leave.
• Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time.
• Training/professional development opportunities and company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses.
• Wellness benefits.

About Southland Industries

As one of the nation’s largest MEP companies, Southland Industries is built on the foundation of great people. Since 1949, we have put our people first, enabling growth, professional achievement, and innovation. If you want to join a fast-paced environment where you’re engaged, challenged, and valued, apply now to join our dynamic team.

Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, or other protected characteristics.

Contingent Employment: All offers are contingent upon successful drug tests, background checks, and professional reference checks. Roles involving driving require a successful Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR). No sponsorship of employment is offered at this time.

External Agency Announcement: Southland Industries does not accept candidate submissions from recruiting agencies without an active and authorized work order. Candidate ownership is established only after a bona fide work order is issued by the Talent Acquisition team and the candidate is submitted through our Applicant Tracking System (ATS).