Senior Design Project Manager

DLB Associates

12d•$126,788 - $162,107•Remote

About The Position

The Senior Design Project Manager leads all aspects of projects in commercial and mission-critical environments, working closely with owners, designers, contractors, subcontractors, trades, and internal and external project team members. The role leads design and construction administration, represents DLB in client meetings and site visits, coordinates project resources, and handles project-related administrative responsibilities. The position operates with day-to-day independence, receives high-level direction for new projects and assignments, and leads teams working on routine or complex scopes. The role manages projects from site acquisition through design and construction, including owner project requirements, space planning, schematic design, pre-construction, scheduling, quality assurance, testing, and closeout. It is accountable for project financials, client relationships, stakeholder communications, proposals and business development, contract administration, and timely delivery of assigned work. The manager also leads the strategic use and adoption of digital technology and AI-enabled tools to improve efficiency, project controls, documentation, forecasting, and quality while maintaining DLB standards for data security, privacy, and operational integrity. The position is remote and may involve approximately 15% travel to client sites or other business activities in any or all 50 U.S. states. The job requires a bachelor's degree in engineering, construction, or a related discipline, or two additional years of related experience in lieu of a degree, plus at least eight years of related experience.

Requirements

Advanced knowledge of industry trends, project management, and construction procedures and best practices.
Advanced knowledge of MEP, FA, and FP trades and their general requirements.
Knowledge of business and management principles, including strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
Knowledge of construction materials, methods, and tools used for mission-critical and commercial buildings or other structures.
Skill producing drawings and visual aids using AutoCAD and/or Revit.
Skill using MS Office Suite, including Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Teams, and strong file-management organization.
Skill using construction management software such as Procore.
Accuracy and attention to detail in completing assignments.
Ability to manage personnel and material resources, multiple tasks, and competing deadlines.
Ability to plan and delegate work effectively.
Ability to follow company and site safety requirements.
Ability to analyze and prepare documents, reports, and correspondence.
Effective oral and written communication skills for technical and non-technical information.
Ability to communicate directly with clients and sometimes serve as the primary client contact.
Ability to work independently with moderate supervision and collaboratively with onsite and remote team members.
Ability to work under pressure and meet close deadlines.
Ability to analyze complex information and develop plans to address identified issues.
Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree in engineering, construction, or a related discipline, or two additional years of related-field experience in lieu of a degree.
At least eight years of experience in a related field.

Responsibilities

Lead routine and complex projects from site acquisition through design and construction.
Develop owner project requirements and perform initial space planning and schematic design.
Represent DLB at site visits, including existing-condition surveys and punchlists.
Evaluate subcontractor proposals and recommend contract awards.
Lead pre-construction activities, including project initiation, kickoff, RFIs, and submittals.
Coordinate resource and material forecasting; develop, manage, and monitor schedules.
Lead project meetings and coordinate or perform QA/QC of plans and specifications.
Oversee or coordinate subconsultant activities and assign and schedule project team duties.
Coordinate or oversee startup, cutover, pre-functional or functional testing, and project closeout.
Prepare, forecast, and monitor project budgets, profitability, margins, bill rates, and utilization.
Communicate with clients regarding additional fees and change orders.
Identify project risks and implement strategies to reduce their impact and control cost and schedule deviations.
Develop cost schedules and schedules of value for client progress billing.
Lead proposals, presentations, and firm marketing efforts; promote the firm's services and expertise.
Maintain client relationships, identify and develop new projects, and serve as the primary client contact.
Support client satisfaction through active communication.
Review and distribute daily reporting; administer project contracts; track personal and project hours; and complete departmental reports.
Complete assigned tasks and deliverables on time and on budget.
Identify and lead strategic use of technology, digital platforms, and AI-enabled tools to improve workflows, forecasting, documentation, reporting, and quality processes.
Support adoption of analytics, data visualization, and digital construction management platforms.
Collaborate with internal teams to ensure technology aligns with DLB data security, privacy, and operational integrity standards.
Promote innovation, continuous improvement, and strategic technology use to optimize performance and scalability.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

Choice of comprehensive medical plans, including two PPO-style plans and a high-deductible health plan with an HSA option.
Flexible spending accounts (FSA).
Dental and vision plans.
Medical, dental, and vision benefits for eligible spouses or domestic partners and dependent children up to age 26.
401(k) 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 for employees and eligible dependents.
Short- and long-term disability and AD&D coverage.
Professional development opportunities.
Tuition reimbursement.
Professional licensing assistance.
Paid parental leave after one year of employment.