Design Manager

HBK Engineering, LLC•Baltimore, MD

19h•Onsite

About The Position

A Design Manager at HBK Engineering in Baltimore, MD is a position responsible for the day-to-day management and development of direct report team members while ensuring delivery and execution of project work. This senior management role requires directing and coordinating technical activities related to project execution and delivery, with a thorough understanding of both technical and financial aspects of HBK's work. Crucially, candidates must possess direct experience with BG&E (Baltimore Gas and Electric) standards and systems to ensure project compliance and technical accuracy. The position involves working on major projects or several projects of moderate scope with complex features while independently applying extensive and diversified knowledge of principles and practices in broad areas of assignments.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related degree from an ABET-accredited program
Professional Engineer (PE) licensure typically required (may substitute with equivalent experience)
Typically 10+ years of engineering experience
Expert knowledge in standard engineering techniques and procedures
Advanced oral and written communication skills
Understanding of client standards, guidelines, systems, and equipment
Understanding of national standards and guidelines
Understanding of safe work practices in both office and field environments
Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite)
Strong proficiency in Engineering Design Programs (AutoCAD, MicroStation, etc.)
Ability to manage variety of tasks in highly organized manner within collaborative team environment
Experience leading discipline design for projects and delegating tasks to team members
Ability to perform quality reviews of project work and engineering documents and standards
Attention to detail, team building, collaboration, organization and problem-solving skills
Understanding of individual project scopes and deliverable commitments
Understanding of project areas of risk
Understanding of vendor/subcontractor processes and contracts
Understanding of Standard Hourly Rates, Unit Rate, Fixed Fee and Labor Rate Multipliers
Understanding of billable and unbillable charge status
Ability to lift up to 10 pounds and work for prolonged periods at desk and computer.

Nice To Haves

Direct experience with BG&E (Baltimore Gas and Electric) standards and systems

Responsibilities

Manage and develop direct report team members through day-to-day oversight and professional development
Direct and coordinate technical activities related to project execution and delivery
Independently apply extensive and diversified knowledge of principles and practices in broad areas of assignments
Use advanced techniques in modification or extension of theories and practices to complete assignments
Work on major projects or several projects of moderate scope with complex features
Review complete project documents for conformity and quality assurance
Develop new techniques and/or improved processes, materials, or products
Train and mentor team members within their teams
Review and approve scopes, budgets, and schedules for assignments
Supervise all staff necessary to complete assignments
Facilitate formation of project teams and mediate conflict between team members
Oversee, evaluate, and mentor direct reports in day-to-day execution of assigned projects and organizational responsibilities
Maintain regular one-on-one meetings with all direct reports on weekly or bi-weekly basis
Advise in development of Project Proposals and RFP responses
Anticipate technical and constructability project challenges and work to minimize downstream project risk
Monitor that all work is performed under contract or gain approval for work outside standard contract sequence
Complete timesheets in a timely and accurate manner
Address concerns that may affect safety, budget, deadlines, or clients adversely
Establish positive relations within project teams and with supporting groups within the company
Take leadership roles in company-sponsored events and HBK Impact programs
Drive continuous improvement and innovation across the organization
Represent the organization in communications and conferences pertaining to broad aspects of engineering assignments.