Design Manager - Michels Preconstruction Services, Inc.

Michels Corporation•Renton, WA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Michels Preconstruction Services, Inc. team plays a critical role in the development of large, complex energy, infrastructure, marine and transportation projects. The Preconstruction Services team consists of construction and technical professionals working with one another and with customers to develop creative solutions for turning construction ideas into reliable outcomes. Like our field construction teams, our Preconstruction Services team takes into consideration the safety, social and environmental responsibility, and the health and wellbeing of our people and the communities in which we work. We strive to make a difference in positive, respectful, and responsible ways. Our work improves lives. As Design Manager, you will lead and coordinate various aspects of a project’s preconstruction phase, including design, permitting, risk, estimating, HSEQ, constructability, value engineering, and construction planning. Ensure multidisciplinary teams remain aligned, deliverables are coordinated and constructible, risks are actively managed, estimates and GMP proposals are well supported, and project strategies optimize cost, schedule, safety, and quality. Support business development and project pursuits by shaping teams, scopes, budgets, schedules, and technical approaches, while maintaining continuity through construction, commissioning, turnover, and closeout. Bring a strong drive to achieve results and fulfill commitments to clients and project stakeholders.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Construction Management, or a related field
8+ years’ experience in design build, integrated project delivery or complex construction projects
Strong understanding of construction execution, sequencing, means and methods, and close-out
Experience with alternative delivery methods such as Design-Build, Progressive Design-Build, or CM/GC
Demonstrated experience coordinating multiple design disciplines and external consultants
Understanding and experience with win strategies, pricing and project scheduling
Experience in technical writing
Understanding of Scheduling, Estimating and Project Controls Software
A valid driver license for the type(s) of vehicles you may be driving and an acceptable driving record

Nice To Haves

PE & DBIA Certification

Responsibilities

Lead and coordinate various aspects of a project’s preconstruction phase, including design, permitting, risk, estimating, HSEQ, constructability, value engineering, and construction planning.
Ensure multidisciplinary teams remain aligned, deliverables are coordinated and constructible, risks are actively managed, estimates and GMP proposals are well supported, and project strategies optimize cost, schedule, safety, and quality.
Support business development and project pursuits by shaping teams, scopes, budgets, schedules, and technical approaches, while maintaining continuity through construction, commissioning, turnover, and closeout.
Bring a strong drive to achieve results and fulfill commitments to clients and project stakeholders.