Engineering Analysis Project Manager

DLB Associates

32d•Remote

About The Position

The Engineering Analysis Project Manager is accountable for planning, coordinating, and executing engineering analysis efforts across multiple technical domains, with primary emphasis on Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), Co-Simulation workflows, and Power Systems Studies (PSS/SKM). This person will work as part of the project team and interact closely with the owner, designers, contractors, subcontractors and other trades on projects in mission critical environments. This role serves as the central coordination point between analysis teams, design teams, project managers, and clients to ensure analysis scopes are clearly defined, schedules are met, deliverables are consistent, and financial performance is tracked. The role will include managing the analysis and design phases of projects including leading and representing DLB in client meetings, coordinating with internal and external members, and general project overhead tasks. The Engineering Analysis Project Manager will receive limited direction on day-to-day work and general instruction on new projects or assignments. Will execute and assist project leadership on projects of complex scope. Will work independently or under limited supervision. The Engineering Analysis Project Manager will communicate and operate in line with organizational goals and values, as well as departmental objectives.

Requirements

Technical aptitude sufficient to understand and manage CFD, hydraulic analysis, power systems, and related analysis workflows
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple stakeholders concurrently is critical
Demonstrated ability to learn technical concepts quickly and ask the right questions
Experience coordinating technical teams, schedules, and deliverables
Knowledge of data center industry trends, project management and design procedures and best practices
Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership technique, production methods and coordination of people and resources
Skilled at using MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams), along with exceptional organizational skills for file management
Skilled in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail
Skilled at managing personnel and material resources
Organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Ability to effectively plan and delegate the work of others
Ability to follow company and site safety requirements
Ability to analyze and prepare documents, reports and correspondence
Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form (technical and non-technical information)
Ability to communicate effectively directly with clients and at times serve as primary point of client contact
Ability to work successfully as a member of a team and independently with moderate supervision
Ability to work under pressure and meet close deadlines
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with onsite and remote team members
Ability to effectively plan and delegate the work of others
Ability to analyze complex information and develop plans to address identified issues

Nice To Haves

Direct expertise in all analysis domains is not expected

Responsibilities

Establish analysis execution plans aligned with major project milestones and design deliverables
Lead pre-design activities including project initiation, kickoff, and RFIs
Review Owner Project Requirements (OPR) to inform analysis scope during schematic and early design phases
Develop and maintain analysis schedules, including multi-phase and multi-discipline efforts
Assign and schedule duties to analysis team members
Coordinate with technical leads to validate level of effort, assumptions, exclusions, and execution strategy
Define analysis scope, assumptions, schedules, and deliverables in coordination with technical trade leads and project PMs
Prepare first-draft proposals for analysis scopes using established templates
Develop cost and time schedules for proposed work with input from the project team
Evaluate and review subcontractor proposals and provide recommendations on contract award
Support presentations and pursuit-related technical narratives as needed
Act as primary liaison between analysis teams, design, project PMs, and clients
Coordinate resourcing across multiple analysis teams and concurrent projects
Develop, manage, and continuously monitor analysis schedules
Host and facilitate recurring analysis coordination meetings
Lead project meetings when analysis drives scope, risk, or schedule
Oversee and coordinate subconsultant analysis activities
Consolidate meeting notes, decisions, action items, and follow-ups
Proactively escalate scope, schedule, resourcing, or technical risks
Coordinate and perform QA/QC reviews on reports and analysis deliverables
Review and assemble Input Summary documentation prior to analysis
Ensure consistency, clarity, and technical defensibility across all analysis outputs
Maintain standardized reporting approaches across analysis types
Maintain task trackers, action logs, decision registers, and background coordination items
Track analysis fees, cost utilization, and project-level profitability
Monitor and report cloud-based solver usage and other compute-related costs
Coordinate change management when analysis scope evolves
Prepare, forecast, and monitor budgets, margins, bill rates, and utilization
Communicate with clients regarding additional fees and change orders
Identify financial and schedule risks and implement mitigation strategies
Develop cost schedules and schedules of value for progress billing
Maintain strong working relationships with clients through clear, consistent communication
Serve as primary analysis contact for select clients as appropriate
Support identification of additional analysis opportunities tied to active work
Review and distribute required reporting
Manage project contract administration tasks
Track project hours using company software
Complete required departmental and internal reports
Support growth and hiring for expanded analysis demand
Identify opportunities and lead the strategic use of technology, digital platforms, and AI-enabled tools to enhance efficiency through workflow automation, reduced manual effort, and improved accuracy in forecasting, documentation, reporting, and quality processes.
Support adoption of emerging technologies - including advanced analytics, data visualization tools, and digital construction management platforms - to strengthen readiness, quality assurance, and project controls.
Collaborate with internal teams to ensure technology solutions align with DLB standards for data security, privacy, and operational integrity.
Promote a culture that embraces innovation, continuous improvement, and the strategic use of technology to optimize performance and scalability.
Completion of Assigned Tasks and Deliverables on Time and on Budget
Performs Other Related Duties as Assigned

Benefits

Choice of comprehensive medical plans (including two PPO-style plans and a HDHP w/ HSA option)
Flex spending accounts (FSA)
Dental and vision plans
Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits extended to spouse / domestic partner and dependent children up to age 26
401k with company match and self-directed brokerage account option
PTO including additional paid time off during the last week of the year
Company paid life insurance coverage for employees and their eligible dependents
Short and long-term disability, AD&D coverage
Professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement and professional licensing assistance
Paid parental leave after one year of employment