Project Manager, AEC

Barry-Wehmiller•Phoenix, AZ

12d

About The Position

Design Group is hiring a Project Manager to join its Architecture/Engineering Process Practice. The role supports capital projects for clients in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, advanced technology, food and beverage, and other industrial operations. The Project Manager leads facility MEP design/bid/build projects from concept design through start-up, working with clients and multidisciplinary teams to deliver engineering and construction solutions. The position manages project scope, schedule, budget, changes, risks, and client expectations, and coordinates design, permitting, construction, and project delivery activities. The role also contributes to proposals and sales presentations and involves travel for project needs, including installation and start-up activities. Professional development resources, mentorship, and career-path support are provided.

Requirements

A minimum of eight years of relevant project management and engineering experience executing capital projects, including design development and coordination, specifications development, cost estimation, budget management, change control, plan check and permit acquisition, construction and contract documents, CQV, and construction administration.
Project management experience overseeing design projects involving facility systems, clean rooms, clean utilities, plant utilities, process systems, and automation.
Working knowledge of a broad range of engineering disciplines, including civil/site work, structural, architectural, mechanical systems, and electrical power distribution.
Experience executing projects within an A/E/C design firm.
Experience with facility utility design projects for manufacturing and distribution clients.
Ability to deliver presentations, manage client relationships, and interact successfully with team members.
Solid computer software skills, including Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Project.
Willingness to travel for project requirements.
Bachelor of Science in mechanical, electrical, civil, structural, or architectural engineering.

Nice To Haves

Experience with advanced technology, pharmaceutical, or food and beverage projects.
Plant engineering experience.
Professional Engineer (PE) licensure.

Responsibilities

Manage facility MEP design/bid/build projects for pharmaceutical, biotechnology, advanced technology, food and beverage, and other industrial operations.
Lead project and design efforts from concept design through start-up.
Oversee preparation of plans, specifications, and contract documents.
Collaborate with clients, engineers, architects, designers, and other technical professionals.
Facilitate site, building, and infrastructure design and construction, and proactively solve design problems.
Manage client communications and expectations.
Manage project timelines, budget, scope, change, and risk.
Evaluate project progress and adjust critical paths to complete scope and adhere to budget.
Coordinate with local authorities having jurisdiction and ensure compliance with building codes.
Interface with construction and site managers to resolve design coordination and constructability issues and assist with value engineering.
Prepare proposals and participate in sales presentations.
Travel for project requirements, including installation and start-up activities, client and company meetings, training, seminars, forums, and conventions.