Design Manager

jobs.frontdoordefense.com - Jobboard; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

Paid parental leave

401(k) plan

Stock options

Free lunch and snacks

Job summary

Saronic Technologies is seeking a Design Manager in Austin to lead design efforts for industrial and technology capital projects. The role involves overseeing design teams and coordinating project requirements, goals, budgets, and schedules.

Candidates must have extensive experience in design and project management with a background in architecture or engineering. The position offers comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, a competitive salary, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience leading multi-discipline design teams through project life cycle.
• 4 years of design experience in architecture, structural, MEP, or civil.
• Experience facilitating technical project teams and managing project budgets.

Responsibilities

• Lead design efforts for multiple capital projects.
• Develop project goals, budgets, and schedules.
• Engage with municipalities for project approvals.

Skills

Leadership of design teams

Project scheduling

Communication skills

Conflict resolution

Education

Degree in Architecture/Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Project Management Software

Job description

Design Manager

Lead design efforts for multiple industrial and technology sector capital projects in Austin

Location: Austin

Job Tags: Product

About The Role

Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing defense autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations for the Department of Defense (DoD) through autonomous and intelligent platforms.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Lead/oversee design efforts for multiple, simultaneous capital projects of various size and complexity
• Lead development, identification, and scoping of projects including requirements, goals, budgets, schedules, and implementation approaches
• Work in partnership with internal team members including technical SME's, project sponsors, construction, facilities, and EHS.
• Develop RFP's for design and construction proposals from external 3rd parties
• Occasional travel
• Design review and approval
• Engagement with AHJ's and municipalities as required for project approvals

Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years proven experience leading a multi-discipline design teams including civil/site, structural, MEP, FP, architecture design elements through the complete project life cycle from concept/project definition through to commissioning and hand over. Project experience should be in an industrial, manufacturing, distribution, or technology sector. Project experience desired to be a combination of smaller (<$2M), medium ($2M - $50M), and large (> $50M) capital investment.
• Minimum 4 years of actual design experience in one of the following areas of focus: architecture, structural, MEP, site/civil.
• Demonstrated experience with leading and facilitating project teams comprised of technical SME's, manufacturing representatives, facilities and EHS representatives, and construction/commissioning representatives.
• Experience and understanding of project scheduling and capital project budget development and tracking, with a proven track record of meeting schedules and budgets.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills, ability to pivot between in-depth detail to high level concepts, and experience with conflict resolution.
• Preferred but not required, professional licensure (PE/RA) in technical area of practice.
• Experience as consulting engineer/architect and/or as owner.
• Proven ability to learn and grow from experiences, open to new approaches and solutions, and willing to make quick decisions.

Physical Demands:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Occasional standing and walking within the office
• Manual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment
• Visual acuity to read screens, documents, and reports
• Occasional reaching, bending, or stooping to access file drawers, cabinets, or office supplies
• Lifting and carrying items up to 20 pounds occasionally (e.g., office supplies, packages)

Benefits:

• Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services
• Dental and Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine dental check-ups, orthodontics, and vision care
• Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents
• Time Off: Generous PTO and Holidays
• Parental Leave: Paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parents
• Competitive Salary: Industry-standard salaries with opportunities for performance-based bonuses
• Retirement Plan: 401(k) plan
• Stock Options: Equity options to give employees a stake in the company's success
• Life and Disability Insurance: Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage
• Additional Perks: Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office