Senior Design Project Manager

Southland Industries • Carrollton, TX

3d

About The Position

Responsible for the preconstruction process of design-build and design-assist projects. The Senior Design Project Manager manages project design and detailing schedules, monitors design development and detailing progress, and oversees the financial aspects of design contracts to deliver high-quality projects within prescribed time frames and costs.

This role manages larger, more complex projects and may serve as Program Lead for multi-project programs with consistent owners, general contractors, or design teams. It develops client relationships; coordinates cross-functional teams; and aligns project goals and schedules with business development, engineering, estimating, and construction project management. The role also oversees risk, project finances, conflict resolution, conceptual estimating, construction contract development, design quality processes, document control, procurement, and on-site field surveys.

The position leads the development of engineering department standards, methods, processes, and procedures; supervises and mentors design project managers and engineers; provides guidance on complex design and technical issues; and maintains resources for engineering, VDC, and detailing efforts. It identifies design, process, and equipment options that meet client requirements while limiting costs and operational problems.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Science, or equivalent technical training and related experience.
• 9+ years of progressive engineering or construction management experience.
• Proficient project management skills, including the ability to conceptually plan construction projects from beginning to end and understand how design decisions affect construction.
• Excellent analytical and technical writing skills.
• Superior communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, including tact, diplomacy, and influence.
• Advanced computer proficiency, including MS Office, and familiarity with Autodesk products and Revit.
• Ability to lead design charrettes and guide engineering teams toward efficient project development.
• Ability to develop scopes of work for project development.
• Strong leadership and motivational skills to maximize team performance across departments and job positions.
• Thorough understanding of corporate and industry practices, processes, and standards and their impact on project activities.
• Detailed understanding of MEP calculations and designs, building codes and standards, and MEP system costs.
• Detailed understanding of BIM requirements and the project life cycle.
• Knowledge of project estimating (FEB, CEB).

Nice To Haves

• PE licensure preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage preconstruction for design-build and design-assist projects, including design and detailing schedules and progress.
• Manage larger, more complex projects and serve as Program Lead for multi-project programs when applicable.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships.
• Coordinate with discipline contractors, architects, and other cross-functional teams.
• Communicate and manage project goals and schedules with business development, engineering, estimating, and construction project management.
• Identify, assess, and manage risk across project phases, and participate in construction schedule development to ensure alignment.
• Manage design contract costs, billings, and collections to maintain profitability goals and positive cash flow while supporting positive client relationships.
• Identify and communicate conflicts and propose resolutions.
• Provide conceptual estimating for cost impact studies and design optimization.
• Assist with construction contract development and identify potential financial impacts.
• Lead development of engineering department standards, methods, processes, and procedures.
• Supervise and mentor design project managers and engineers to ensure compliance.
• Provide guidance on complex designs and technical issues.
• Develop and maintain resources for engineering, VDC, and detailing efforts.
• Develop and maintain document control and ensure compliance with applicable requirements and standards.
• Identify design, process, and equipment options that meet client requirements, minimize costs, and limit potential operational problems.
• Manage design and/or coordination of the QA/QC process.
• Lead on-site field surveys to collect or deliver design and engineering data.
• Manage and execute early procurement of subcontractors, design partners, or equipment.
• Develop RFPs defining scopes of work and schedules.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior